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Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Alberta gathered feedback on an updated recovery plan for the tiny cryptantha, an endangered plant found only in a small area of the province. The plan outlines strategies to protect this rare species from habitat loss and population decline. The...
Why This Matters: This matters if you care about Alberta's biodiversity. The tiny cryptantha exists only in a small area of the province and is isolated from other populations in the U.S. Without protection, it could disappear from Alberta entirely.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Parks Canada (Federal)
Parks Canada is continuing its deer management program on Hill Island in the Thousand Islands. Too many deer have been eating the forest understory, threatening native plants like Pitch pine. Since 2007, the agency has partnered with the Mohawks of...
Why This Matters: Visit the Thousand Islands? You might notice the forests look different than they used to. Deer have eaten so much vegetation that rare plants are disappearing. This program aims to bring back healthy forests while respecting Indigenous harvesting rights.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
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Montreal Port Authority (Federal)
Montreal's Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve borough is redeveloping Pierre-Tétreault Park and Bellerive Street along the St. Lawrence River. The park hasn't been updated since the 1970s. Plans include new pathways, bike lanes, public washrooms, seating...
Why This Matters: Live in or visit Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve? This park along the St. Lawrence is getting its first major upgrade in 50 years. Cyclists and pedestrians will get better paths, new washrooms, and shaded seating. The stormwater system could also reduce flooding in the area during heavy rains.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Transportation
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Vancouver Fraser Port Authority (Federal)
DP World wants to build a barge terminal in Vancouver to move shipping containers between the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. The company says it'll cut truck traffic and greenhouse gas emissions. Construction would start summer 2025 and take...
Why This Matters: Live near Centennial Road? You might see construction crews for seven months starting this summer. The upside: fewer trucks on highways between Vancouver and the Island could mean less traffic for commuters. The facility aims to make supply chains more reliable too.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
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Vancouver Fraser Port Authority (Federal)
The Tsleil-Waututh Nation wants to restore and protect their reserve's shoreline from erosion and flooding. The project uses nature-based solutions like beach nourishment, oyster revetments, and native plant restoration. It's Indigenous-led and...
Why This Matters: Live near Burrard Inlet? This project could improve shoreline habitat and reduce flood risk in the area. It's also a model for how Indigenous communities are leading climate adaptation efforts across Canada.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
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Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
A company wants to dump 2.7 hectares of rock and slate into Dartmouth Cove to create new land for future development. The catch? Some of that material contains pyritic slate, which can leak acid into the water when exposed to air. The Impact...
Why This Matters: Live near Dartmouth Cove? This project would permanently change the shoreline. The pyritic slate could affect water quality if not properly managed. Future development on the new land could also reshape the neighbourhood.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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Parks Canada (Federal)
Parks Canada is replacing two aging culverts where Rampart Creek crosses the Icefields Parkway (Highway 93N). The old metal culverts are damaged and blocking fish from moving upstream. New concrete culverts will restore fish passage and stop road...
Why This Matters: Drive the Icefields Parkway? Expect a detour when this work happens. The current culverts are failing and threatening the highway itself. For anglers and anyone who cares about mountain streams, this project will help fish move freely again between Rampart Creek and the North Saskatchewan River.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
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Transport Canada (Federal)
Vancouver International Airport wants to expand its cargo facilities at the South Airport. The project includes enlarging aircraft parking areas to fit four Boeing 777-sized planes, preparing land for a future warehouse, and upgrading nearby roads...
Why This Matters: Live near YVR's South Airport? This project could mean more truck traffic, construction noise, and changes to local roads. The expansion affects the dyke area and could impact nearby communities in Richmond. More cargo capacity also means more jobs at the airport.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
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Transport Canada (Federal)
Transport Canada needs to dredge the harbor and channel at Cap-aux-Meules to keep the ferry and supply ships running safely. This is the only port on the Magdalen Islands that can handle commercial vessels. Sediment builds up every few years, making...
Why This Matters: Live on the Magdalen Islands? This port is your lifeline. It's how food, fuel, and supplies reach the islands. It's also how the ferry connects you to Prince Edward Island. Without dredging, larger ships can't dock safely.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
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Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
The Town of Sussex wants to build a permanent flood control system. Two new channels would divert water from Trout Creek and Parsons Brook around the town during floods, sending it to the Kennebecasis River instead. The project also includes a...
Why This Matters: Live in or near Sussex? This project could protect your home and business from future flooding. The construction will also affect local roads and the Route 890 bridge. If you use Trout Creek or Parsons Brook for recreation, the new channels could change how these waterways look and flow.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
York1 Environmental Waste Solutions wants to build a major waste disposal and recycling facility in Dresden, Ontario. The project would expand an existing landfill to hold 1.62 million cubic metres of construction and demolition waste. A transfer...
Why This Matters: Live near Dresden? This facility could mean more truck traffic, noise, and potential odours in your community. On the flip side, it could create local jobs and provide a place for construction waste that might otherwise end up elsewhere. If you rely on well water nearby, you'll want to know how...
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Vancouver Fraser Port Authority (Federal)
The District of North Vancouver and Tsleil-Waututh Nation want to restore 1.3 km of eroding shoreline at Cates Park (Whey-ah-Wichen). The project would add 26,000 cubic metres of fill and rock to protect archaeological sites, habitat, and park...
Why This Matters: Live near Cates Park or visit it regularly? Construction will happen 24/7, including nights and weekends, for about two years. The project aims to protect the shoreline from climate change, but truck and barge deliveries could affect local traffic and noise levels.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
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Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Health Canada is deciding whether to approve two copper-based products that kill bacteria and yeast in paints and coatings. These preservatives would be added to products like paint to prevent spoilage in the can and mold growth on painted surfaces...
Why This Matters: Ever opened an old can of paint and found it spoiled or moldy? These preservatives could make paints last longer on the shelf and resist mold after application. If you're concerned about chemicals in household products, this decision affects what goes into paints you might use at home.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Health & Safety
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Parks Canada (Federal)
Parks Canada reviewed a proposal to install a portable conveyor lift at Mount Norquay ski resort in Banff National Park. The 143-meter conveyor would help move skiers uphill, sitting on concrete blocks rather than permanent foundations. Construction...
Why This Matters: Ski at Mount Norquay in Banff? This conveyor could change how beginners get up the hill. Any construction in a national park raises questions about balancing recreation with protecting wilderness.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
Hydro-Québec wants to add a third turbine to its Sainte-Marguerite-3 hydroelectric dam on Quebec's North Shore. The upgrade would boost the station's capacity by 440 megawatts—enough to power roughly 100,000 homes. Construction would include a...
Why This Matters: Live on Quebec's North Shore? This project could mean construction jobs and more reliable power for the region. It's also part of Quebec's push to generate more clean electricity as demand grows from electric vehicles and data centres.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Infrastructure Canada (Federal)
St. John's is upgrading its main wastewater treatment plant. The project adds a fourth clarifier and prepares the site for future secondary treatment. When complete, the facility will handle 19% more wastewater daily.
Why This Matters: Live in St. John's? This plant treats your wastewater. The upgrade means cleaner water going back into the ocean and a system that can handle the city's growth. Construction will involve blasting and excavation near the site.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities