Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A paving company in Kingston wants approval to manage stormwater runoff at its contractor's yard on Westbrook Road. The site includes an asphalt plant, storage areas, and a public pickup area. Runoff would be collected in a wet pond and ditches...
Why This Matters: Live near Westbrook Road in Kingston? This permit affects how stormwater from an asphalt plant drains into Glenvale Creek. If you're downstream or use the creek, water quality could be affected.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A cottage resort near Arden, Ontario wants to upgrade its sewage treatment system. The resort currently has nine separate systems handling wastewater from various cottages. They're proposing to consolidate these into one modern treatment system that...
Why This Matters: Live near Blue Heron Ridge in Central Frontenac? This permit affects how sewage gets treated at a local resort. If you rely on well water nearby, you might want to know how this system will protect groundwater.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Silver Lake Ontario wants to expand its gold mine north of White River. The company needs approval to build a new tailings storage facility and increase how much treated water it can release into Gagegenha Lake—from 2,100 to 2,600 cubic metres...
Why This Matters: Live near White River or use Gagegenha Lake? This decision affects your local water. The mine wants to release 24% more treated water into the lake daily. If you fish, swim, or draw water from the area, you might want to weigh in on whether the new pollution limits are protective enough.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Lavis Contracting wants to operate a ready-mix concrete plant at 950 Water Street South in St. Marys, Ontario. They need an Environmental Compliance Approval for air emissions and noise. The plant would release particulate matter, silica dust...
Why This Matters: Live near Water Street South in St. Marys? This plant could affect your air quality. Concrete plants release dust and diesel exhaust. If you're concerned about noise or respiratory health in your neighbourhood, now's the time to speak up.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Glencore Canada wants to renew its permit to take water from Moose Creek for mining operations near Onaping, Ontario. The permit would allow them to pump up to 16 million litres per day for the next 10 years. Ontario classifies this as a Category 1...
Why This Matters: Live near Onaping or rely on Moose Creek? This permit affects local water levels. Mining operations pumping millions of litres daily could impact wells, wildlife, and downstream users. Even Category 1 permits deserve scrutiny from those who know the area.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
Canada and Manitoba want to team up on environmental assessments for big projects like mines and pipelines. Right now, companies often face two separate reviews—one federal, one provincial. This draft agreement would let both governments work...
Why This Matters: Live in Manitoba? Big resource projects—mines, pipelines, energy facilities—could get approved faster under this deal. That might mean more jobs and investment. But it also raises questions about whether environmental reviews will be as thorough when two governments share the work.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Burnaby, BC
Burnaby has finished planning the future of Cascade Heights, a neighbourhood near Burnaby Hospital. The plan was adopted by Council on March 25, 2025 after public input gathered in late 2024 and early 2025. It sets out how the area will grow over...
Why This Matters: Live in or near Cascade Heights? This plan shapes what gets built in your neighbourhood for decades. It covers housing options, parks, transit, and local services. The consultation is now closed, but the adopted plan will guide future development.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Waterloo Region, ON
The Region of Waterloo wants to build a pedestrian and cycling bridge over the Conestogo River near Wallenstein. The original railway bridge was removed years ago, leaving a gap in the Guelph to Goderich Rail Trail. This $7.5 million project would...
Why This Matters: Use the Kissing Bridge Trailway or G2G Rail Trail? Right now, you have to detour around a gap at the Conestogo River. This bridge would let you bike or walk the full route without interruption. If you live near Wallenstein, West Montrose, or Linwood, this affects your local recreation options.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
Department of Environment (PE)
Prince Edward Island asked residents whether farmers should get more access to groundwater for irrigation. The province released a discussion document proposing new rules under the Water Act. Public comments focused heavily on concerns about nitrate...
Why This Matters: Get your drinking water from a well? PEI's groundwater already has nitrate contamination problems, especially in potato-growing areas. This decision affects whether more water gets pumped out for irrigation. Some residents worry it could make drinking water quality worse.
Regulations & Permits
Agriculture & Food
Environment & Climate
Health & Safety
Closed
Surrey, BC
Surrey has developed a plan to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions and prepare for climate impacts by 2050. The strategy focuses on making buildings more efficient, reducing car dependence, switching to clean electricity, and protecting natural areas...
Why This Matters: Live in Surrey? You're already feeling climate change through flooding, hotter summers, and smoky skies from wildfires. This plan shapes how your neighbourhood develops, how you'll get around, and what your energy bills might look like. It also affects property values in flood-prone areas and the...
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Alberta Parks (AB)
Alberta gathered feedback on improving trails in Fish Creek Provincial Park, Canada's second-largest urban park. The consultation asked about trail connectivity, safety, signage, and protecting natural and cultural features. Feedback was collected...
Why This Matters: Use Fish Creek's trails for walking, jogging, or cycling? This plan will shape how the park's 100+ kilometers of paths are maintained and improved. If you've ever gotten lost on a trail or wished for better signage, this affects you.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
Ministry of Forestry and Parks (AB)
Alberta is updating its 10-year strategic plan for provincial parks, recreation areas, and wildland parks. The government wants to balance growing visitor demand with conservation. Phase 2 engagement on the draft plan ran from May to July 2025, and...
Why This Matters: Love camping or hiking in Alberta's parks? This plan will shape how you experience them for the next decade. It affects everything from campsite availability to trail access. If you've ever struggled to book a spot or worried about overcrowding, this is your chance to weigh in.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta collected feedback on how to handle solar panels when they wear out. Right now, there's no clear plan for recycling them. The province wants to keep these materials out of landfills and build a circular economy where things get reused...
Why This Matters: Got solar panels on your roof? They'll need replacing in 25-30 years. Right now, most end up in landfills. This could create recycling options and maybe even rebates for responsible disposal.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Forestry and Parks (AB)
Alberta is planning upgrades to the Bow Valley Ranch day use area in Fish Creek Provincial Park, Calgary. The area includes the park's Visitor Centre, a restaurant, and trails connecting to nearby communities. The government wants to address aging...
Why This Matters: Visit Fish Creek Provincial Park? This plan will shape what the Bow Valley Ranch area looks like for years to come. Whether you hike the trails, grab lunch at the restaurant, or bring kids to the Visitor Centre, your input could influence what gets built or improved.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Alberta asked residents how to improve water availability as the province grows. The two-phase engagement gathered ideas on updating the Water Act. Feedback shaped Bill 7, which aims to streamline permits, allow rainwater collection, and make it...
Why This Matters: Water touches everything in Alberta—your tap, your farm, your job. Population growth and climate variability are straining the system. This engagement shaped new rules that could affect how you collect rainwater, how businesses access water, and whether water can be moved to drought-hit areas.
Legislation
Agriculture & Food
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Competition Bureau Canada (Federal)
The Competition Bureau asked Canadians how to crack down on misleading environmental claims in advertising. Think "eco-friendly" labels, "carbon neutral" promises, and "sustainable" packaging. The consultation closed in February 2025, and over 100...
Why This Matters: Ever bought something because it said "green" or "sustainable" on the label? You're not alone. But how do you know those claims are true? This consultation looked at whether companies should have to prove their environmental marketing isn't just spin. Stronger rules could mean less greenwashing and...
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Finance & Consumer