Water Permit Renewal for Tomlinson Quarry - Rideau Road, Ottawa
Official title: R. W. TOMLINSON LIMITED - Permit to take water
R.W. Tomlinson Limited wants to renew its water permit for a quarry operation on Rideau Road in Ottawa. The permit allows them to pump water from a quarry pond for dewatering, washing gravel, and dust control. This is a Category 3 permit—the highest risk category for potential environmental impact.
Why This Matters
Live near Rideau Road in Ottawa's east end? This quarry operation could affect local water levels. The permit allows pumping up to 28 million litres per day from a quarry pond. If you rely on a private well nearby, you might want to weigh in.
What Could Change
If approved, Tomlinson could pump water from the quarry for another 10 years. The permit covers up to 28.6 million litres daily for dewatering alone. As a Category 3 permit, the Ministry considers this a high-risk water taking that could affect groundwater or nearby water sources.
Key Issues
- Should this high-risk water permit be renewed for another 10 years?
- What are the potential impacts on local groundwater and nearby wells?
- Are the proposed daily water volumes appropriate for this location?
How to Participate
- Review the permit details on this consultation page to understand the proposed water takings.
- Submit your comments by email to enviropermissions@ontario.ca before January 1, 2026.