Stormwater Pond Approval for Niagara-on-the-Lake Greenhouse
Official title: Niagara Propagators Inc. - Environmental Compliance Approval (sewage)
A greenhouse operation in Niagara-on-the-Lake wants approval for a new stormwater management pond. The pond would collect rainwater from greenhouse roofs and release it into a municipal drain that flows to Lake Ontario. The facility would hold over 40,000 cubic metres of water.
Why This Matters
Live near Concession 7 Road in Niagara-on-the-Lake? This pond would discharge into the Bergman Municipal Drain next door. If you rely on local waterways or have concerns about agricultural runoff, this affects your neighbourhood.
What Could Change
If approved, Niagara Propagators Inc. could build and operate a stormwater pond that discharges into the municipal drain system. The approval would set conditions for water quality and discharge rates to protect the Bergman Drain and ultimately Lake Ontario.
Key Issues
- Should this stormwater pond be approved to discharge into the Bergman Municipal Drain?
- What conditions should be placed on water discharge to protect Lake Ontario?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal details on this consultation page. Supporting materials may be available to view in person by contacting the ministry.
- Submit your comments through the Environmental Registry by the deadline, or email enviropermissions@ontario.ca.