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Environment and Climate Change Canada (Federal)
The government wants to ban certain industrial chemicals found in metalworking fluids, plastics, paints, and flame retardants. Short-chain chlorinated alkanes are already prohibited. Now medium-chain and long-chain versions are on the chopping block...
Why This Matters: These chemicals show up in everyday products—from the rubber in your car to the paint on your walls. They persist in the environment and can build up in wildlife. If you work in manufacturing or use industrial products, this could change what's available to you.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Health & Safety
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Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
The federal government is offering funding to help Indigenous Peoples and the public participate in the environmental assessment of a proposed port expansion in Bécancour, Quebec. The B6 Wharf project is in its planning phase. Right now, there's a...
Why This Matters: Live near Bécancour or the St. Lawrence River? Port expansions can affect local traffic, noise levels, and water quality. Indigenous communities with traditional ties to the area have a direct stake in how this project moves forward. The funding helps cover costs so more voices can be heard.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Miller Paving wants a permit to operate a mobile rock-crushing plant anywhere in Ontario. The equipment would run up to 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from February to December. It releases dust, silica particles, and diesel exhaust into the air.
Why This Matters: This is a mobile facility that could operate near your community. The equipment releases silica dust and diesel exhaust—both linked to respiratory problems. If you live near construction sites or quarries in Ontario, this permit could affect your air quality.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
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Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Alberta gathered input on proposed changes to sportfishing rules, including the Special Harvest Licence system and fishing regulations for specific lakes. The feedback shaped the 2021 Alberta Sportfishing Regulations, which took effect April 1, 2021.
Why This Matters: Love fishing in Alberta? These rules determine where you can fish, what you can keep, and how many. Changes to walleye and pike harvest rules on lakes like Wabamun and Wabasca directly affect your next fishing trip.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta gathered feedback on draft flood maps and reports for the Red Deer River. The study helps governments and residents understand flood risks and protect properties. Two rounds of public input shaped the final flood hazard maps.
Why This Matters: Live near the Red Deer River? These flood maps determine where you can build and what insurance you'll need. They also guide emergency planning for your community.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta gathered feedback on regulatory details for the Bistcho Lake Sub-regional Plan, which guides land use and resource development in this northern Alberta area. The plan balances resource development with wildlife protection, particularly for...
Why This Matters: Live or work in northwestern Alberta? This plan affects what activities can happen on the land. It's especially important for caribou conservation—the Bistcho Lake area is critical habitat. Resource companies, trappers, and outdoor enthusiasts all have a stake in how this land gets managed.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Waste Management of Canada wants to park trucks and trailers carrying untreated biomedical waste at their Brampton transfer station. Right now, they can't store this type of waste there. The company is asking to hold up to 30 trucks for 24 hours and...
Why This Matters: Live or work near Wentworth Court in Brampton? This facility could soon store trucks full of medical waste from hospitals and clinics. The waste would sit there before being shipped elsewhere for treatment. If you have concerns about odours, safety, or truck traffic in the area, now's the time to...
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Health & Safety
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
New Gold Inc. wants to consolidate all its air emission permits for an open pit and underground gold mine near Stratton, Ontario. The mine releases ammonia, cyanide, lead, nickel, uranium, and other pollutants. This single permit would cover...
Why This Matters: Live near Chapple or Stratton? This mine releases heavy metals and toxic compounds into the air you breathe. If you rely on well water or grow food nearby, these emissions could affect you. The permit would allow ongoing operations with limited flexibility for changes.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A company wants to expand its mobile water treatment operations across Ontario. Right now, they can only work at construction and brownfield sites. They're asking to operate anywhere in the province and increase their discharge rate by 25 times...
Why This Matters: Live near a contaminated site being cleaned up? This company might be treating the water. The expansion means they could operate in your community. Treated water gets discharged into local ditches and waterways, so the quality of treatment matters for your environment.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
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Ministry of Natural Resources (ON)
Dufferin Aggregates wants to add a permanent asphalt plant and concrete batching plant to their existing quarry near Clarington in Durham Region. The site already operates under an Aggregate Resources Act licence. This would make the industrial...
Why This Matters: Live near this quarry in Clarke Township? You could see more truck traffic and industrial activity becoming a permanent fixture. Nearby well owners and residents within 120 metres have already been notified, but anyone concerned about dust, noise, or traffic can weigh in.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
York Factory First Nation wants to build a small airport along Ten Shilling Creek in northeastern Manitoba. The federal government is assessing potential environmental and community impacts. Right now, they're offering funding to help Indigenous...
Why This Matters: Live in or near York Factory? This aerodrome could change how people and supplies reach your community. If you hunt, fish, or use the land near Ten Shilling Creek, construction could affect wildlife and water. Indigenous communities have a direct stake in how this project moves forward.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Transportation
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Saskatoon, SK
Saskatoon is installing underground storm water storage tanks beneath Brevoort Park South to reduce flooding near Early Drive and Tucker Crescent. The area has flooded badly during major storms—photos from June 2022 show just how serious it gets...
Why This Matters: Live near Early Drive and Tucker Crescent? You've probably seen water pooling on streets during heavy rain—or worse, in basements. This project aims to stop that. The park will be closed until Fall 2026, so if your kids play there, you'll need to find alternatives for a while.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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National Capital Commission (Federal)
The National Capital Commission wants to build a multi-level wooden deck stepping down to the Ottawa River, right beside the Rideau Canal locks and across from Parliament Hill. The deck would be about 15 by 11 meters and let people fish, gather, and...
Why This Matters: Love fishing or hanging out by the water in downtown Ottawa? This deck would give you a new spot right beside a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's one of the most visible locations in the capital—across from Parliament Hill. If you use the pathways near Major's Hill Park, construction will affect...
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Teranorth Construction wants approval to operate a portable rock crushing plant anywhere in Ontario. The equipment includes crushers, a screener, and diesel engines that emit particulate matter, silica dust, and exhaust gases. It could run 24/7...
Why This Matters: This is a mobile facility that could operate near any community in Ontario. If it sets up near you, you'd hear the noise and breathe the dust. The permit allows round-the-clock operation with no seasonal limits.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
The federal government is assessing whether to approve an expansion of port facilities in Matane, Quebec. Right now, they're offering funding to help Indigenous peoples and the public participate in the review process. You can apply for money to...
Why This Matters: Live near Matane or use the port? This expansion could change traffic, noise, and the waterfront. Indigenous communities with rights in the area have a direct stake. Even if you're not local, this is a chance to shape how Canada balances economic development with environmental protection.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
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Ministry of Mines (ON)
New Gold wants permission to drill and cut lines on mining claims northwest of Emo, Ontario. The company would clear small areas for drill rigs and cut paths through the bush for surveys. This is early-stage exploration to test what minerals might...
Why This Matters: Live near Pattullo or Nelles townships? This drilling could affect local trails and bush areas. If you hunt, fish, or trap in this area, you might notice cleared paths and drill sites. Well water users should know about any drilling activity nearby.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources