Closed
Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Health Canada wants to approve a new fungicide called isofetamid 400SC for use on greenhouse flowers and ornamental plants. It targets grey mould, a common fungal disease that damages plants. The consultation period has closed.
Why This Matters: Buy flowers from a greenhouse? This fungicide could end up on plants you bring home. Greenhouse workers would handle it directly. If you grow ornamentals commercially, this gives you a new tool against grey mould.
Regulations & Permits
Agriculture & Food
Health & Safety
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Grassy Narrows First Nation is upgrading its water and wastewater infrastructure. The project includes a new water treatment plant, water tower, and distribution pipes, plus a new wastewater treatment facility. Two communal septic systems will...
Why This Matters: This project addresses critical infrastructure needs in an Indigenous community that has faced water quality challenges. Clean drinking water and proper wastewater treatment are basic necessities that many Canadians take for granted. For Grassy Narrows residents, these upgrades mean safer water and...
Environmental Assessment
Health & Safety
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Health Canada is asking whether to allow the herbicide linuron back on celery crops. The pesticide was previously approved but the use was removed. Now the manufacturer wants it reinstated to control weeds in celery fields.
Why This Matters: Eat celery? This decision affects what pesticide residues might be on it. The government sets limits on how much pesticide can remain on food you buy at the grocery store.
Regulations & Permits
Agriculture & Food
Health & Safety
Closed
Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Health Canada reviewed carbon dioxide as a pesticide and proposes to keep it registered. It's used as a fumigant gas to kill insects in grain storage and rodents in aircraft. Some ship fumigation uses are being dropped because the manufacturer no...
Why This Matters: This is a technical regulatory review that mostly affects grain storage facilities and aircraft maintenance operations. If you work in grain handling or pest control, the updated label requirements could change how you use this product.
Regulations & Permits
Agriculture & Food
Health & Safety
Closed
Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Health Canada reviewed German Cockroach Extract, a natural substance used in indoor cockroach traps. The verdict? It's safe to keep using. The only proposed change is updating the label wording to match current standards.
Why This Matters: Use cockroach traps at home or work? This decision affects whether those products stay on the market. The good news: Health Canada found no safety concerns with how these traps work.
Regulations & Permits
Health & Safety
Closed
Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Health Canada wants to keep approving methylcyclohexenone, a natural pheromone that repels bark beetles from Douglas-fir and spruce trees. Forestry workers staple slow-release dispensers to trees before beetle season. The agency found no health or...
Why This Matters: This one's pretty niche. If you work in forestry or live near beetle-affected forests in BC or Alberta, you might care. The pheromone protects trees from destructive bark beetles without toxic pesticides. For most Canadians, this won't affect daily life.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Health & Safety
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Big Island Lake Cree Nation wants to build a new facility to support families and children. The centre would offer counselling, mental health services, access to Elders, and traditional teachings. It includes a main building, sweat lodge, outdoor...
Why This Matters: This project would bring culturally appropriate family services directly to the Big Island Lake Cree Nation community. Families could access mental health support, Elder guidance, and land-based learning without leaving their community.
Environmental Assessment
Health & Safety
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
West Moberly First Nation needs better water treatment. Their current system can't handle the lake's seasonal turbidity, and harmful byproducts have been found in the drinking water. The plan is to build a new treatment facility with modern...
Why This Matters: This is about safe drinking water for an Indigenous community. The current system lets harmful chemicals form in the water supply. For West Moberly residents, this upgrade means cleaner, safer water from their taps.
Environmental Assessment
Health & Safety
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Little Pine First Nation is building a new health clinic to replace their current aging facility. The new 1,300 square metre building will be run by Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre and offer expanded health and wellness programs that don't fit...
Why This Matters: This project directly affects Little Pine First Nation community members who rely on local healthcare. The current clinic is too small and outdated to meet the community's needs. A modern facility means better access to health services without travelling far from home.
Environmental Assessment
Health & Safety
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
The Clearwater River Dene Nation wants to expand and renovate the Armand Bekkattla Treatment Centre in Saskatchewan. The project includes extending the building's wings, adding a new administrative section, and building a sweat lodge and exercise...
Why This Matters: This project would expand addiction and mental health treatment services for an Indigenous community in northern Saskatchewan. More treatment beds and culturally appropriate facilities like a sweat lodge could help community members access care closer to home.
Environmental Assessment
Health & Safety
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Environment and Climate Change Canada (Federal)
The government found that two chemicals used in lubricant and cleaner sprays—hydrogenated didecene and HTTD—are toxic under environmental law. They're proposing to restrict these substances in consumer spray products like lubricants and...
Why This Matters: Use spray lubricants around the house? These chemicals are in products you might have in your garage or workshop. The government says they're toxic and wants to limit what manufacturers can put in consumer sprays. If you work with these products regularly, this could change what's on store shelves.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Health & Safety
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Apotex Inc. wants to renew its air emissions permit for a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Toronto. The plant releases nitrogen oxides, methylene chloride, and particulate matter from boilers, heaters, and dust collectors. This renewal would...
Why This Matters: Live near Garyray Drive in northwest Toronto? This facility releases chemicals into the air you breathe. The permit sets limits on how much pollution is allowed. If you have concerns about air quality in your neighbourhood, this is your chance to weigh in.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Health & Safety
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Whitecap Dakota Nation in Saskatchewan wants to build a new water treatment plant with wells and a reservoir. The project includes a new building, pipelines, and bio-membrane filtration system to provide clean drinking water. Construction will...
Why This Matters: This project addresses drinking water infrastructure for an Indigenous community. Clean water access remains a critical issue for many First Nations across Canada. If you live near Whitecap Dakota Nation or care about Indigenous water rights, this matters.
Environmental Assessment
Health & Safety
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Vancouver Airport Authority (Federal)
Signature Aviation wants to build a new helicopter hangar at Vancouver International Airport. The facility would house up to three air ambulance helicopters, with space for maintenance and pilot accommodations. The site is currently a parking lot...
Why This Matters: This hangar would support air ambulance services in the Lower Mainland. If you've ever needed emergency medical transport, these are the helicopters that respond. The project is on existing airport land, so direct neighbourhood impacts are limited.
Environmental Assessment
Health & Safety
Transportation
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
The Peepeekisis Cree Nation wants to build a 7,600 square-foot youth centre on their reserve in Saskatchewan. The facility would offer preventive services for children and youth, including cultural programs and residential rooms. Environmental...
Why This Matters: This project aims to support Indigenous youth through cultural connection and preventive care. For Peepeekisis community members, it could mean local access to youth services and cultural programming. The centre is designed to last 30+ years, serving future generations.
Environmental Assessment
Education
Health & Safety
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Pelican Lake First Nation wants to build a facility for child and family prevention services on their land in Saskatchewan. The project includes a 6,000 square foot service building and a storage building for buses and equipment.
Why This Matters: This project would bring child and family support services directly to the community. Right now, families may have to travel off-reserve to access these services. For Pelican Lake First Nation members, this means culturally appropriate support closer to home.
Environmental Assessment
Health & Safety
Indigenous & Northern