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Environment and Climate Change Canada (Federal)
Open until October 14, 2026
The federal government is deciding whether to add 12 species to Canada's official at-risk list. The list includes the Snowy Owl, Eastern Massasauga rattlesnake, and Butler's Gartersnake, among others. Once listed, these species get legal protection...
Why This Matters: Ever seen a Snowy Owl in winter? They might need legal protection soon. If you're a landowner, farmer, or outdoor enthusiast, listing decisions can affect what activities are allowed on certain lands. Indigenous communities with traditional connections to these species have a stake too. Even if you...
Legislation
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Wood bison were listed as threatened in Alberta in 2021 due to disease and human conflict. The government is developing a recovery plan to protect disease-free populations in northern Alberta. Right now, they're working with Indigenous communities...
Why This Matters: Live in northern Alberta near wood bison habitat? This plan could affect land use and development in your area. Indigenous communities have traditional ties to these animals. Even if you're not nearby, this is about whether Alberta can save a threatened species before it's too late.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
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Waterloo Region, ON
Waterloo is studying whether to relax building restrictions along Cedar Creek between Cedarbrae Avenue and Albert Street. Right now, almost no development is allowed in the floodplain. The city wants to know if parts of it could be safely opened up...
Why This Matters: Live near Cedar Creek? This could change what gets built in your neighbourhood. Property owners in the study area might gain new development rights—or face updated flood restrictions. If you use the trails and parks along the creek, the study won't change those. But nearby lots could look different...
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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London, ON
London is rebuilding Mud Creek to reduce flooding near Oxford Street. The project widens the channel, improves wildlife habitat, and adds a new multi-use pathway. Work started in 2021 and continues through 2024.
Why This Matters: Live near Oxford Street and Proudfoot Lane? This project directly affects your neighbourhood. Flooding has been a recurring problem here. The new pathway will also give residents a place to walk and bike along the creek.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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London, ON
London is updating its management plan for Kelly Stanton ESA, a rare tallgrass prairie habitat in the Hyde Park area. The city wants to inventory what's there and identify how to protect it long-term. This replaces an older restoration plan with a...
Why This Matters: Live near Hyde Park Road and Oxford Street West? This natural area is in your backyard. It's home to rare tallgrass prairie plants—17 species you won't find easily elsewhere in the region. How the city manages this land affects local wildlife, walking trails, and the green space your neighbourhood...
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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Wilderness and Ecological Reserves Advisory Council (NL)
Newfoundland and Labrador wants to create ten new protected areas across the island. The Wilderness and Ecological Reserves Advisory Council is gathering public input on sites like Ripple Pond, Cape Norman, and Indian Arm Brook. Your feedback will...
Why This Matters: Love hiking, fishing, or just getting out in nature? These ten sites could become permanently protected. If you've explored places like Cape St. George or Stony Lake, this is your chance to have a say in their future. Once protected, these areas stay wild for generations.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta is developing land use plans for up to 14 sub-regions across the province. These plans will guide where roads, oil and gas development, logging, and recreation can happen. They'll also set rules for restoring old industrial footprints like...
Why This Matters: Live in rural Alberta? Hunt, fish, or camp on Crown land? These plans decide what activities can happen where. They balance industry jobs against conservation and recreation. Indigenous communities will see impacts on traditional land use.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Transport Canada (Federal)
Open until March 31, 2031
Canada is investing $1.5 billion to protect its coasts and waterways. The government wants your input on how to do it better. Topics include Indigenous partnerships, marine safety, and environmental protection.
Why This Matters: Live near the coast? Work in fishing, shipping, or tourism? This plan affects how Canada protects its waters for the next decade. Indigenous communities have a direct stake in how these partnerships are built.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Transportation
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Calgary, AB
Calgary is upgrading the Hanson Ranch Wetland to meet environmental regulations while adding community amenities. The city has already gathered feedback and revised designs based on what residents wanted—including keeping a natural look with native...
Why This Matters: Live near Hanson Ranch? This wetland is getting a makeover. The city listened to neighbours who wanted trails and benches without losing the natural feel. If you use this green space, the changes will affect your experience.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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Saskatoon, SK
Saskatoon is updating the rules contractors must follow to protect the environment during construction. The city wants input on two documents: updated Contractor Environmental Guidelines and new Erosion and Sediment Control Standards. These will set...
Why This Matters: Live near a construction site in Saskatoon? These rules affect how much dust, mud, and runoff ends up in your neighbourhood. Stronger standards mean cleaner rivers and less sediment clogging storm drains. If you work in construction, these guidelines will shape how you do your job on city projects.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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Waterloo Region, ON
Waterloo is revisiting a 2017 road study for the Columbia Street East and Lexington Road corridor. Why now? The area expects 25,000 more residents by 2051, and land use has changed. The city wants to know if the original plan still works or if new...
Why This Matters: Live in Waterloo's east end? This affects your daily commute. The corridor between King Street and Davenport Road has had high collision rates and poor rush-hour traffic flow. Cyclists and pedestrians have raised safety concerns too. With 25,000 more people expected by 2051, getting this right...
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
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London, ON
London is moving ahead with upgrades to stormwater ponds and drainage channels in the Hyde Park area. The work includes retrofitting two stormwater facilities, adding wildlife habitat features, and restoring about 70 metres of the Stanton Drain...
Why This Matters: Live in Hyde Park or nearby? These upgrades affect how your neighbourhood handles heavy rain and flooding. The channel restoration could improve local wildlife habitat. Construction starting July 2025 may mean temporary disruptions.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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Waterloo Region, ON
The City of Waterloo is cleaning out and upgrading a stormwater pond in Trillium Valley Park. The pond has accumulated too much sediment and needs improvements to work better. An environmental assessment is underway to figure out the best approach.
Why This Matters: Live near Trillium Valley Park? This project affects your neighbourhood. Stormwater ponds prevent flooding during heavy rains. When they fill with sediment, they don't work as well—which could mean water backing up in nearby areas.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Ontario wants to merge its 36 conservation authorities into 7 regional bodies. Why? The government says it'll speed up building permits and cut red tape. Right now, each authority has different rules, fees, and wait times. The new regional...
Why This Matters: Building a home or adding to your property? Conservation authorities approve permits for anything near floodplains, wetlands, or shorelines. Right now, wait times vary wildly depending on where you live. This merger could mean faster approvals—or it could mean your local office gets absorbed into a...
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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Ministry of Energy and Mines (ON)
Ontario wants to build its first underwater high-voltage power line across Lake Ontario, connecting downtown Toronto to Bowmanville. The Toronto Third Line would help meet growing electricity demand in the GTA and make the grid more resilient to...
Why This Matters: Live in the GTA? Your power bills and grid reliability are at stake. The 2024 floods showed how vulnerable Toronto's electricity supply can be. This underwater line could prevent blackouts during extreme weather. It would also support new clean energy sources and help the region handle growth...
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
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Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
Alberta wants to build its first nuclear power plant north of Peace River. The federal government is reviewing the proposal and wants your input on what environmental and safety factors should be studied. This is the planning phase—they're deciding...
Why This Matters: Live near Peace River? This plant could change your community for decades. Nuclear energy means jobs and clean power, but also questions about safety, water use, and waste storage. Indigenous communities have treaty rights in this area. Even if you don't live nearby, this could shape Canada's...
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources