Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Cochrane Power Corporation wants to swap out its wood-fired boiler for a natural gas one at its cogeneration plant in Cochrane, Ontario. The change would affect what gets released into the air—nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, sulphur dioxide, and...
Why This Matters: Live near Fourth Street East in Cochrane? This plant's emissions could affect your air quality. The switch from wood to natural gas changes what pollutants get released. Neighbours may also notice changes in noise levels.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Department of Environment and Climate Change (NS)
Northern Pulp wants to upgrade its pulp mill at Abercrombie Point and build a new wastewater treatment facility. The treated effluent would be discharged into Pictou Harbour. The company submitted its project for environmental assessment in late...
Why This Matters: Live near Pictou Harbour or fish in its waters? This project would discharge treated pulp mill wastewater into the estuary. The mill has been controversial for decades due to pollution concerns. This assessment will determine whether the upgraded facility meets environmental standards.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta gathered feedback on draft flood maps and reports for the Sheep River area. The study helps governments and residents understand flood risks and protect properties. This consultation has now closed.
Why This Matters: Live near the Sheep River? This study determines which properties are in flood zones. That affects your insurance rates, building permits, and what you can do with your land. Even if you're not in the flood zone, knowing where water goes during a flood helps everyone prepare.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A chemical coatings company in Guelph wants to update its environmental permit. The change would officially add stormwater management equipment that's already been built—an oil/grit separator and retention ponds that filter runoff before it enters...
Why This Matters: Live near this industrial site on Royal Road? This permit affects how stormwater runoff is managed before it reaches city drains. The equipment is already built—this is about making it official.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Central Wire Industries wants to add new equipment to their wire-drawing factory in Perth, Ontario. The changes include a new furnace and cleaning system, plus better pollution controls. The company also needs to renew their production limits.
Why This Matters: Live or work near this factory on North Street in Perth? This permit controls what chemicals can be released into the air you breathe. The facility emits nitrogen oxides and industrial solvents like trichloroethylene.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
SCAL Properties wants to build stormwater management systems for a new equipment storage yard in Whitchurch-Stouffville. The system would include grass swales, ponds, and oil separators to treat runoff before it flows into the East Holland River...
Why This Matters: Live near Lot 20, Concession 4 in Whitchurch-Stouffville? This permit affects what gets built next door. The stormwater system will discharge into the East Holland River watershed, so water quality downstream could be affected.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A concrete batching plant in New Tecumseth wants to add a diesel fuel storage tank and a dust collector. The company needs to amend its existing air and noise permit to allow these changes. The equipment would release particulate matter, cement...
Why This Matters: Live or work near 21 Alderson Court in New Tecumseth? This permit could affect local air quality. The new equipment would release cement dust and particulate matter. Nearby residents may want to weigh in on whether the dust controls are adequate.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Woodward Canada makes aircraft control boards at their Peterborough factory. They need to renew their air emissions permit, which covers soldering, coating, and curing processes. The permit allows some flexibility in how they operate, but sets...
Why This Matters: Live near Fisher Drive in Peterborough? This factory releases chemicals into the air, including a solvent called bis(2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethyl) ether. The permit renewal sets limits on what they can emit. If you have concerns about local air quality, now's the time to speak up.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Tri-Phase Group wants approval to operate portable screening and grinding equipment across Ontario. The diesel-powered units would screen topsoil and grind wood waste, potentially running 24/7 year-round. The equipment releases particulate matter...
Why This Matters: This mobile equipment could operate anywhere in Ontario. If it sets up near your neighbourhood, you might notice dust or diesel exhaust. The 24/7 operation means noise could be an issue too.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A fire sprinkler component manufacturer wants an air and noise permit for its Mississauga facility. The plant uses plasma cutting, grinding, and welding to make custom sprinkler parts. These processes release metals like chromium, manganese, and...
Why This Matters: Live or work near Gana Court in Mississauga? This permit would allow metal particles to be released into your air. Chromium and nickel compounds can pose health risks with long-term exposure.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A natural gas power plant near Courtright, Ontario wants to renew its air emissions permit and add new equipment. The facility releases nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, and other pollutants from its turbines and generators. They're also adding an...
Why This Matters: Live near Courtright or St. Clair Township? This power plant's emissions could affect your local air quality. The facility releases nitrogen oxides and particulate matter—pollutants linked to respiratory issues. If you're concerned about industrial emissions in your community, this is your chance...
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A company wants to build stormwater management facilities for a new industrial development on Highway 28 in Bancroft, Ontario. The system would collect rainwater runoff through sewers, ditches, and a dry pond before releasing it into a local...
Why This Matters: Live near Highway 28 in Bancroft? This industrial development could change your neighbourhood. The stormwater system will discharge into a local waterway, which could affect water quality downstream.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A private school in Innisfil needs approval for a new sewage disposal system. The system would handle about 151,000 litres of wastewater daily through septic tanks and a leaching bed. This is a routine environmental permit for a specific property.
Why This Matters: Live near 4th Line in Innisfil? This sewage system could affect local groundwater. If you rely on a private well nearby, you might want to weigh in. The leaching bed will release treated wastewater into the ground.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Canadian Wildlife Service (Federal)
Environment Canada is reviewing whether to keep an emergency order that protects Western Chorus Frog habitat in three Quebec municipalities south of Montreal. The review was triggered by zoning changes made by Saint-Philippe. This small frog is at...
Why This Matters: Live in La Prairie, Candiac, or Saint-Philippe? This order affects what can be built in your area. Developers and landowners face restrictions. Residents who value local wetlands and wildlife have a stake too.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (AB)
In 2016, Alberta asked for feedback on proposed changes to the Forest and Prairie Protection Act. The government wanted to know if industries, municipalities, and Indigenous communities supported updates to fire prevention regulations. An online...
Why This Matters: Live in rural Alberta? Work in forestry, oil and gas, or utilities? These rules affect how fires are prevented and managed on your land. Indigenous communities and municipalities also had a stake in how fire protection responsibilities are shared.
Legislation
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Alberta developed an updated recovery plan for the ferruginous hawk, a species at risk. The plan focuses on protecting nest sites, maintaining grasslands, and reducing human-caused deaths. A public survey gathered feedback in early 2019, and the...
Why This Matters: Live in southern Alberta's grasslands? This hawk is part of your local ecosystem. Ranchers and farmers play a key role in the recovery—the plan asks them to maintain pastures and avoid disturbing nests. If you care about prairie wildlife, this affects your backyard.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources