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Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
Manitoba wants to build a 141-kilometre gravel highway connecting three remote First Nations communities east of Lake Winnipeg. The road would link Manto Sipi Cree Nation, Bunibonibee Cree Nation, and God's Lake First Nation, including two bridges...
Why This Matters: Live in or near these communities? Year-round road access could transform daily life. Right now, residents rely on winter roads and expensive flights. Better access means easier travel for medical appointments, lower costs for groceries and supplies, and new economic opportunities. But construction...
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Transportation
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Department of Environment and Climate Change (NS)
IESO Nova Scotia wants to build a fast-acting natural gas power plant near Salt Springs in Pictou County. The facility would generate up to 300 megawatts of electricity for Nova Scotia's grid. Construction could start in 2027, with the plant...
Why This Matters: Live near Limerock, Six Mile Brook, or Central West River? This plant would be your neighbour for 30+ years. Natural gas plants affect local air quality and noise levels. Nova Scotia's energy mix matters for electricity rates and climate goals.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Department of Environment and Climate Change (NS)
Green Current Renewable Energy wants to build a 147-megawatt wind farm with up to 21 turbines in Guysborough County, Nova Scotia. Each turbine would stand nearly 200 metres tall. The project would generate renewable electricity for Nova Scotia's...
Why This Matters: Live near Aulds Cove, Mulgrave, Grosvenor, or Frankville? These 200-metre turbines could change your view and soundscape for the next 25 years. The project supports Nova Scotia's shift to renewable energy, but neighbours may have concerns about noise, wildlife, or property values.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Open for Input
Senate of Canada - Standing Senate Committee on Agriculture and Forestry (Federal)
The Senate Agriculture and Forestry Committee is studying several major issues affecting Canadian farms and forests. Right now, they're looking at food security, wildfire impacts on rural and Indigenous communities, and soil health. You can submit...
Why This Matters: Worried about food prices? This committee is studying why Canada struggles to feed itself despite being a major food producer. If you live in a rural or Indigenous community, they're also examining how wildfires are devastating farms and forests. Your input could shape policies that affect what you...
Policy & Studies
Agriculture & Food
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Department of Environment and Climate Change (NS)
Nova Sustainable Fuels wants to build a renewable energy park near Goldboro, Guysborough County. The facility would produce sustainable aviation fuel using biomass and renewable energy. It's designed to operate for at least 50 years, with...
Why This Matters: Live near Goldboro or in Guysborough County? This industrial facility could bring jobs but also change the local landscape for decades. The project involves freshwater pipelines and biomass processing—worth understanding if you rely on local water sources or care about air quality in the area.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Transportation
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Ministry of Natural Resources (ON)
Ontario wants to set population targets for black bears and update hunting rules. Right now, there are no specific population goals. The province is proposing to protect cubs and mothers year-round, not just in spring. They're also looking at new...
Why This Matters: Hunt black bears in Ontario? These changes could affect where and when you can hunt. Run a bear hunting tourism business? The new permit system could shift how opportunities are allocated. Live in bear country? Population targets will shape how many bears are in your area for years to come.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Ontario wants to speed up renewable energy approvals. Right now, some projects need multiple permits even when electricity generation isn't their main purpose. The province is proposing to exempt certain projects from the Renewable Energy Approval...
Why This Matters: Care about clean energy in Ontario? This affects how fast solar, wind, and biogas projects get built. Faster approvals could mean more renewable power sooner. But shifting environmental reviews from government to private consultants raises questions about oversight.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
A company wants to build a massive lithium mine in northern Quebec, about 250 km east of Radisson. The Shaakichiuwaanaan Mining Project would be both open-pit and underground, producing 49,500 tonnes of ore daily for 24 years. The federal government...
Why This Matters: Lithium powers the batteries in electric vehicles and phones. This mine could help Canada become a major supplier. But it's in remote northern Quebec, on traditional Indigenous territory. If you care about the energy transition, Indigenous rights, or northern development, this one matters.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
Closed
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
Canada Nickel Company wants to build a massive open-pit nickel-cobalt mine 43 km north of Timmins, Ontario. It would be one of the largest in the country—processing 120,000 tonnes of ore daily for 43 years. The federal government is reviewing the...
Why This Matters: Live near Timmins? This mine could bring thousands of jobs to the region over four decades. But it also means major changes to the landscape, water, and wildlife. If you hunt, fish, or draw water from the area, this decision affects you directly.
Environmental Assessment
Economy & Jobs
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Federal)
Newfoundland's 'food fishery' lets residents catch cod and other groundfish for personal use. The government wants to know if the current rules are working—or if changes are needed. Right now, there's no licence required, no tags on your catch, and...
Why This Matters: Do you fish for cod in Newfoundland? This directly affects your summer weekends. The food fishery is a cultural tradition here—but two of three cod stocks are struggling. If rules tighten, you might need a licence or have to report your catch. If they loosen, more fishing days could open up.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
A company wants to build a 500-megawatt gas turbine power plant in Centre Village, near Sackville, New Brunswick. It would run as backup power when renewable energy can't meet demand. The federal government is reviewing the environmental impacts and...
Why This Matters: Live near Sackville or Centre Village? This power plant could be in your backyard for 25 years. Gas turbines mean air emissions, noise, and construction traffic. On the flip side, it could mean more reliable power when wind and solar fall short.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Ontario's largest steel mill in Hamilton wants to renew its air pollution permit. The facility emits particulates, benzene, and other contaminants from coke ovens, blast furnaces, and rolling mills. The ministry recently added a detailed list of...
Why This Matters: Live in Hamilton or nearby? This steel mill's emissions affect your air quality. The permit covers benzene (a known carcinogen), particulates, and sulphur dioxide. If you've noticed industrial smells or worry about respiratory health, this is your chance to weigh in.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Health & Safety
Closed
Environmental Assessment Branch (NS)
IESO Nova Scotia wants to build a fast-acting natural gas power plant in Pictou County. The facility would generate up to 300 megawatts of electricity for Nova Scotia's grid. Construction could start in 2027, with the plant running for at least 30...
Why This Matters: Live near Lorne, Hopewell, or Eureka? This plant would be in your backyard for 30+ years. Natural gas plants affect local air quality and noise levels. Nova Scotia's energy mix matters for electricity rates and climate goals.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Open for Input
Standing Senate Committee on Fisheries and Oceans (Federal)
The Senate is studying whether Canada should use the ocean to capture and store carbon dioxide. This includes technologies like ocean alkalinity enhancement and seaweed farming. The committee is hearing from scientists, government officials, and...
Why This Matters: Climate change affects everyone, and how we tackle it matters. Ocean carbon sequestration could be part of Canada's climate strategy—or it could harm marine ecosystems. This study will shape whether Canada invests in these technologies.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Open for Input
Senate Standing Committee on Energy (Federal)
The Senate's Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Committee is studying how climate change intersects with Canada's oil and gas sector. This is a parliamentary study that could shape future energy and climate legislation. The committee will...
Why This Matters: Canada's oil and gas industry employs hundreds of thousands of people. Climate policy affects energy prices you pay at the pump and to heat your home. This study could influence whether Canada speeds up or slows down its energy transition. If you work in energy, care about climate, or just pay...
Policy & Studies
Economy & Jobs
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Open for Input
Senate of Canada - Standing Senate Committee on Energy (Federal)
The Senate's Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Committee is examining parts of the federal budget bill that affect Canada's energy sector. They're hearing from regulators, academics, and government officials about proposed changes. This is...
Why This Matters: Budget bills often slip through major policy changes with little public attention. These provisions could affect how energy projects get approved, how offshore drilling is regulated, and how Canada meets its climate commitments. If you care about energy jobs, environmental protection, or energy...
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources