Water Permit Renewal for YMCA Camp Near Schomberg
Official title: YMCA OF GREATER TORONTO - Permit to take water
The YMCA of Greater Toronto wants to renew its permit to draw water from two wells at a property near Schomberg, Ontario. The wells supply water to what appears to be a camp facility. This is a Category 3 permit—the highest risk category—meaning the water taking could potentially affect local groundwater or nearby wells.
Why This Matters
Live near Schomberg or have a private well in the area? This permit could affect local groundwater levels. The YMCA wants to draw up to 82,000 litres per day from each of two wells—year-round for the next 10 years. That's a lot of water from a rural area.
What Could Change
If approved, the YMCA can continue drawing up to 164,000 litres of groundwater daily for the next decade. The Ministry may add conditions to protect local water supplies. Nearby well owners could see impacts if groundwater levels drop.
Key Issues
- Should the YMCA's water permit be renewed for another 10 years?
- Is the Category 3 (highest risk) water taking acceptable for this rural area?
- What conditions should be placed on the permit to protect local groundwater?
How to Participate
- Review the permit details on this consultation page. Note the ERO number 026-0042 for your submission.
- Submit your comment online through the ERO portal, or email enviropermissions@ontario.ca with ERO number 026-0042 in your message.
- You can also mail comments to Client Services and Permissions Branch, 135 St Clair Ave West, 1st Floor, Toronto, ON M4V 1P5.