Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
R.W. Tomlinson wants to double asphalt production at their Napanee plant to 200,000 tonnes per year. The facility emits benzene, lead, nickel, and other pollutants. Ontario is asking if this increase should be approved.
Why This Matters: Live near Napanee? This plant already releases benzene, lead, and particulate matter into the air. Doubling production could mean more emissions in your neighbourhood. If you're concerned about local air quality, now's the time to speak up.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of Mines (ON)
Great Bear Resources wants to explore for minerals about 70 km northeast of Red Lake, Ontario. They're asking for a permit to strip soil from bedrock and drill test holes across 8 mining claims near Shabu Lake. The permit would last up to 3 years.
Why This Matters: Live near Shabu Lake or in the Red Lake district? This exploration could affect local water sources and wilderness areas. Heavy equipment will clear vegetation and pump water from nearby lakes and streams. If you hunt, fish, or have a cottage in the area, you might want to weigh in.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
3M Canada wants to amend its environmental approval for stormwater management at its London facility. The changes involve storm sewers, a dry pond, three lift stations, and a water treatment unit. This is a routine industrial permit amendment.
Why This Matters: Live or work near 3M's Oxford Street facility? This permit controls how industrial stormwater is managed before it leaves the site. Nearby residents may want to know how runoff is being treated.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A golf course near Pontypool wants to renew its water permit for the next 10 years. They'd draw water from a pond for irrigation and a well for the clubhouse. This is a Category 3 permit—the highest risk level for environmental impact.
Why This Matters: Live near this golf course? Get your water from a private well? This permit could affect local water levels. Category 3 means the province thinks there's a higher risk of environmental impact worth watching.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Mines (ON)
A mining company wants to explore for minerals about 50 km south of Timmins. The permit would allow them to strip vegetation, dig trenches, and drill into bedrock across nine mining claims. Heavy equipment would be used, and water may be pumped from...
Why This Matters: Live near these townships south of Timmins? This exploration could affect local forests and water sources. If you hunt, fish, or have a cottage in the area, you might want to weigh in.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Health Canada reviewed sulphur-based pesticides and wants to keep them available with updated safety labels. Sulphur is used to control fungi, insects, and rodents on farms, in greenhouses, and in home gardens. The agency found the products are safe...
Why This Matters: Grow tomatoes in your backyard? Use pest control products in your garden? Sulphur-based products are common in home gardening. Farmers and greenhouse operators also rely on them. This decision affects what's available at your local garden centre and how it can be used.
Regulations & Permits
Agriculture & Food
Environment & Climate
Health & Safety
Closed
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Federal)
Fisheries and Oceans Canada wants to expand the service area at Kegaska fishing harbour on Quebec's Lower North Shore. The project would add designated parking and operational areas for fishermen and maritime transport. Right now, lack of parking...
Why This Matters: Live in Kegaska or nearby communities? This harbour handles passenger and cargo transit for the region. Better parking and organized spaces could mean smoother operations for local fishermen and fewer conflicts between commercial and community uses.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
Environment and Climate Change Canada (Federal)
Health Canada and Environment Canada assessed 14 plant-derived substances found in cosmetics, fragrances, and natural health products. Five of them—including cedarwood oil, mimosa oil, and licorice extract—may pose health or environmental risks. The...
Why This Matters: Use natural cosmetics or herbal products? Some ingredients you might recognize—like cedarwood oil or licorice extract—could face new restrictions. If you're a small business making natural products, this could affect what you can sell.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Health & Safety
Closed
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Federal)
The Channel Darter is a small freshwater fish found in the St. Lawrence River system. It's listed as a species at risk under federal law. Fisheries and Oceans Canada has drafted a management plan to help the species recover, and they want your...
Why This Matters: Live near the St. Lawrence River? Fish in its tributaries? This plan could affect how waterways are managed in your area. Conservation measures might restrict certain activities near the fish's habitat. If you care about protecting native species—or worry about new restrictions—this is your chance...
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Department of Finance Canada (Federal)
The government offered a 10% tax credit to companies building EV assembly plants, battery factories, or cathode material facilities in Canada. This consultation asked whether the draft rules made sense before they become law. The comment period has...
Why This Matters: Want more EV jobs in Canada? This tax credit aims to attract factories that build electric cars and batteries. More plants could mean more manufacturing jobs and a stronger domestic supply chain. It's part of Canada's push to compete with US incentives.
Regulations & Permits
Economy & Jobs
Environment & Climate
Open for Input
Ontario Energy Board (ON)
Enbridge Gas wants to build new natural gas infrastructure in Mississauga. The Ontario Energy Board is reviewing whether to approve this "reinforcement project" and what conditions should apply. The case is currently on hold (in abeyance) as of...
Why This Matters: Live in Mississauga or nearby? This project could affect gas service reliability in your area. It also raises questions about investing in new fossil fuel infrastructure as Ontario moves toward cleaner energy. Environmental groups are already intervening in this case.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Open for Input
Ontario Energy Board (ON)
The Ontario Energy Board is reviewing Enbridge Gas's pilot projects for "Integrated Resource Planning" (IRP). Instead of building new gas pipelines, IRP tests whether alternatives like energy efficiency programs, geothermal systems, or demand...
Why This Matters: Pay a gas bill in Ontario? This decision affects how Enbridge plans for future demand. If non-pipe alternatives work, it could mean lower infrastructure costs passed on to customers. It's also a test case for whether Ontario's gas system can adapt to changing energy needs without expensive new...
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Federal)
Fisheries and Oceans Canada wants feedback on how to manage the Banc-des-Américains Marine Protected Area off the Gaspé Peninsula. This 1,000 km² zone protects a unique underwater rocky ridge that's home to endangered whales, wolffish, and important...
Why This Matters: Fish in the Gulf of St. Lawrence? This area is a traditional fishing ground that supports commercial species. The management plan will determine what fishing methods are allowed and where. If you run whale-watching tours or marine tourism in the Gaspé region, the rules here affect your business.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Natural Resources (ON)
R.W. Tomlinson Limited wants to dig deeper at their existing quarry near Brechin in Kawartha Lakes. The company is asking to amend their site plan to lower the extraction depth across the entire site. They also want to remove outdated references to...
Why This Matters: Live within a few kilometres of this quarry? Deeper extraction could mean more truck traffic, noise, and dust over a longer period. If you rely on well water nearby, the Level 2 Water Report submitted with this application is worth reviewing.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Roseburg Forest Products wants to update its air emissions permit for its medium-density fibreboard plant in Pembroke, Ontario. The changes include upgrading dust burners and replacing press hoods with a scrubber system. The facility releases...
Why This Matters: Live near Pembroke? This factory releases benzene and other pollutants into the air you breathe. The permit changes could affect local air quality. If you have concerns about industrial emissions in your community, this is your chance to weigh in.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of Mines (ON)
Lake Shore Gold Corp. wants permission to drill for minerals near Timmins, Ontario. The company would use heavy drilling equipment to take rock samples from underground. This involves clearing small areas for drill rigs and potentially drawing water...
Why This Matters: Live near Timmins or in Thorneloe Township? This drilling could affect local water sources and forest areas. If you use nearby lakes or streams, you might want to know about potential water pumping. The permit would last up to 3 years.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources