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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A greenhouse operation in Leamington wants to expand its stormwater management system. Grace Family Farms is adding drainage pipes, swales, and expanding a wet pond for their phase 2 greenhouse development. The overflow would discharge into the...
Why This Matters: Live near County Road 18 or 19 in Leamington? This expansion could affect local drainage patterns. If you're downstream on the Jacob Fox Drain, more stormwater will flow your way during heavy rains.
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Global Affairs Canada (Federal)
Canada, the US, and Mexico will review their trade agreement in 2026. The government wants to know what's working and what needs fixing. This is the second round of public input—the first happened in late 2024.
Why This Matters: Buy groceries? Drive a car? Work for a company that trades with the US or Mexico? This deal affects prices, jobs, and what products are available. If you've noticed supply chain issues or price swings, trade rules play a role.
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Canadian Food Inspection Agency (Federal)
Open until February 11, 2026
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency wants to charge hatcheries and livestock feed producers $308 per year for their operating licences. Right now, these businesses don't pay licensing fees. The agency says this brings them in line with food...
Why This Matters: Run a hatchery or make livestock feed? You'd pay $308 annually starting March 2026. The fee will rise with inflation each year. This could affect small operators more than large ones.
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Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Open until February 25, 2026
Health Canada wants to approve two new pest control products made from cold-pressed orange oil. They'd be used on greenhouse and field crops to fight fungal diseases and insect pests. The agency says the products are safe for health and the...
Why This Matters: Care about what's sprayed on your food? This decision affects what pesticides farmers can use on crops you eat. Orange oil is a natural alternative to synthetic chemicals. If you have opinions on organic farming or food safety, this is your chance to weigh in.
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Health Canada (Federal)
Open until February 21, 2026
Health Canada wants to allow rosemary extract as a preservative in snack foods, cookies, crackers, nuts, and pasta. It's already approved in the US, EU, and Australia. The extract prevents fats from going rancid—think chips staying fresh longer.
Why This Matters: Eat chips, cookies, or peanut butter? This affects what's in them. Rosemary extract is a natural alternative to synthetic preservatives. If you care about food ingredients or have allergies, you might want to weigh in.
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Canadian Food Inspection Agency (Federal)
Open until February 24, 2026
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency wants to modernize how it manages Bacterial Ring Rot, a disease that can wipe out entire seed potato farms. The new rules would combine two existing directives into one, require new growers to test their crops for...
Why This Matters: If you're a seed potato grower, these rules directly affect your business. New growers face mandatory testing for three years. Anyone who's had an outbreak must follow strict protocols including a two-year fallow period. Even if you're not a farmer, protecting Canada's seed potato supply helps keep...
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Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta wants to create a new law defining what can be called 'Alberta Whisky.' The government is asking distillers, farmers, and tourism groups what rules should apply—things like minimum aging time, where it must be distilled, and what ingredients...
Why This Matters: If you enjoy Alberta-made spirits, this could mean clearer labels and quality guarantees. Local distillers and grain farmers have a stake in how strict the rules are. Tourism operators see potential to market Alberta whisky like Scotland does Scotch.
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Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Open until April 5, 2026
Health Canada wants to change how much sedaxane residue is allowed on food. Sedaxane is a fungicide used to protect seeds from disease. The agency is proposing to revoke the current limits, which would mean this pesticide could no longer be used on...
Why This Matters: Eat bread, cereal, or anything made from grains? This decision affects what pesticides can be used on those crops. If the limits are revoked, farmers would need to find alternatives. Food prices could shift depending on what replaces it.
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Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Open until April 19, 2026
Health Canada wants to keep approving prohexadione-calcium, a chemical that controls plant growth. It's used on apples, cherries, and strawberries to balance fruit production, and on golf courses and sports fields to manage grass growth. The agency...
Why This Matters: Eat apples, cherries, or strawberries? This chemical helps control how those fruits grow. Play golf or use sports fields? It's on the grass there too. Health Canada says it's safe when used properly, but if you have concerns about pesticides on your food or in public spaces, now's your chance to...
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Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Open until April 11, 2026
Health Canada wants to set a maximum residue limit for 1-methylcyclopropene, a chemical used to keep fruits and vegetables fresh longer after harvest. This is a routine safety review to ensure any residues left on food are safe to eat.
Why This Matters: Ever wonder how apples stay crisp for months? Chemicals like this one slow down ripening. If you eat fresh produce, this decision affects what trace amounts are allowed on your food. The limit is meant to be safe, but you can weigh in if you have concerns.
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