Water Taking Permit for Ponderosa Nature Resort - Four Wells in Hamilton
Official title: New Country Investors Ltd. - Permit to take water
A nature resort near Hamilton wants permission to pump groundwater from four wells for the next 10 years. Together, the wells would draw up to 216,000 litres per day to supply the resort's facilities. This is classified as a Category 3 permit—the highest risk category for potential environmental impact.
Why This Matters
Live near Puslinch or rural Hamilton? This permit could affect local groundwater levels. If you rely on a private well, large water takings nearby might impact your water supply. Category 3 means the province considers this a high-risk taking.
What Could Change
If approved, the resort could pump up to 216,000 litres of groundwater daily for 10 years. The permit may include conditions to monitor water levels and protect nearby wells. Denial would mean the resort needs to find alternative water sources.
Key Issues
- Should this high-volume water taking be approved given its Category 3 risk classification?
- What impacts could four wells pumping 216,000 litres daily have on local groundwater and nearby private wells?
How to Participate
- Review the permit application details on this consultation page. Note the water volumes and Category 3 classification.
- Submit your comments by email to enviropermissions@ontario.ca before December 21, 2025.
- For questions, call 1-800-461-6290 or (416) 314-8001.