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Government of Québec (QC)
Quebec wants to require owners of large buildings to report their energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions annually. Starting in 2027, buildings over 5,000 m² or with 50+ units would need to declare their energy use. By 2028, smaller...
Why This Matters: Live in a large apartment building? Your landlord might soon have to track energy use. That data could eventually lead to building performance ratings—like energy labels on appliances. For tenants, this could mean pressure on landlords to improve efficiency. For building owners, it's new paperwork...
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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Richmond, BC
Richmond wants to build a new dike around Steveston Island to protect the historic waterfront from flooding. Why not just raise the existing dike? Studies found that would disrupt local businesses and leave landmarks like the Gulf of Georgia Cannery...
Why This Matters: Live in Steveston or visit the harbour? This dike will shape the waterfront for decades. Climate change means at least 1 metre of sea level rise is coming. Without protection, flooding could threaten homes, businesses, and historic sites you might love.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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Richmond, BC
Richmond wants residents and businesses to plant small pollinator gardens on their properties. These one-square-metre gardens would connect larger green spaces across the city, giving bees, butterflies, and other pollinators places to rest and feed...
Why This Matters: Love your backyard tomatoes? One in three bites of food depends on pollinators. Richmond's bee and butterfly populations need connected habitats to survive. Even a small garden patch on your balcony or yard can help.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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Victoria, BC
Sea levels are rising in Victoria's Gorge Waterway and Portage Inlet. Four municipalities—Victoria, Esquimalt, Saanich, and View Royal—are working together to plan for future flooding. They want to know what places matter most to you and how the...
Why This Matters: Live near the Gorge or Portage Inlet? Your property could be at risk from future flooding. Even if you don't live there, this waterway is a popular spot for kayaking, walking, and wildlife watching. The decisions made now will shape what this area looks like for decades.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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Halifax, NS
Halifax is redesigning 4.8 km of streets in the North End to make them safer for walking, biking, and transit. The project covers Maynard, Creighton, Northwood, Fuller, Charles, Nora Bernard, Cunard and North streets. You can drop pins on an...
Why This Matters: Walk, bike, or take the bus in Halifax's North End? This project will reshape how you get around. Live near these streets? Construction will affect your neighbourhood through 2028. The city wants to hear from residents, not just traffic engineers.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
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Vancouver, BC
Vancouver is planning major changes to Gastown's streets and public spaces. The big question: should Water Street become pedestrian-only, seasonally or year-round? The city also wants input on making Cordova Street two-way, improving cycling...
Why This Matters: Live, work, or hang out in Gastown? These changes will reshape how you get around. Pedestrian zones could mean quieter streets and more patios—but also longer detours for drivers. Business owners and residents will feel the biggest impact.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
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Halifax, NS
Halifax wants to connect the Urban Greenway to Point Pleasant Park, but there's a catch: the original plan costs too much. Now they're considering a cheaper alternative—a Local Street Bikeway along Roxton Road and Robie Street instead of extending...
Why This Matters: Walk, bike, or roll through Halifax's south end? This project affects your daily commute. Students at Saint Mary's would get better connections to the park and downtown. Families looking for safe cycling routes should weigh in—the cheaper option means sharing the road with cars.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
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Calgary, AB
Calgary is redesigning Big Marlborough Park, a 1970s regional park in the northeast that's due for a major refresh. The city has already gathered feedback and created a preferred design. Now they're presenting the master plan and want final input...
Why This Matters: Live in northeast Calgary? This park serves Marlborough, Marlborough Park, and Abbeydale communities. Kids at nearby schools use it for outdoor learning. If you toboggan, skate, play disc golf, or just want a shady spot to gather, this redesign affects your neighbourhood.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
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London, ON
London, Ontario turns 200 in 2026. The city wants to hear your stories—what makes London special to you? They're collecting memories and experiences from residents to celebrate this milestone. You can also get involved by attending bicentennial...
Why This Matters: Grew up in London? Moved here recently? This is your chance to share what the city means to you. Your story could be featured in the celebration. Plus, there's a packed calendar of free events—trivia nights, heritage fairs, skating, and more.
Policy & Studies
Housing & Communities
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Waterloo Region, ON
Ontario's Bill 23 forces cities to either formally designate heritage properties or remove them from protection by 2027. Waterloo has 152 listed properties at risk. The city is reviewing which ones deserve permanent heritage designation to prevent...
Why This Matters: Live in or near a historic Waterloo neighbourhood? This affects which buildings stay and which could be torn down. Heritage designation protects a property's character but also limits what owners can change. If you value Waterloo's historic streetscapes—or own one of these properties—this decision...
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
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St. John's, NL
St. John's wants to hear from young adults aged 18-30 on city issues. Sign up for City Influencers and you'll get quick surveys on topics like transit, housing, events, and downtown planning. It's voluntary, takes just minutes, and you might win...
Why This Matters: Live in St. John's and under 30? The city actually wants your opinion. Past surveys have shaped decisions on transit, housing, and summer events. This is one of the few ways young people can directly influence local policy without attending boring meetings.
Policy & Studies
Housing & Communities
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Mississauga, ON
Mississauga is transforming a former coal power plant into a 177-acre innovation hub called Lakeview Village. The city wants to know what incentives would attract tech, cleantech, and life sciences companies to set up shop there. They're planning...
Why This Matters: Looking for a tech job in the GTA? This district could bring 9,000 new positions in research and innovation. Live in Mississauga? More local jobs means shorter commutes and a stronger tax base. The city's betting big on cleantech and life sciences—industries that could shape the region's economy...
Community Planning
Economy & Jobs
Housing & Communities
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Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (ON)
The Village of Burk's Falls wants to replace its 2011 official plan with a new one that will guide development for the next 20 years. The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing is reviewing it for consistency with provincial policies. The...
Why This Matters: Live in Burk's Falls or thinking of moving there? This plan decides where homes, businesses, and parks can go for the next two decades. It affects property values, what you can build on your land, and how the village grows.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
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London, ON
London is upgrading the skate park at West Lions Park on Granville Street. The old park (except the half pipe) will be removed and replaced with a larger, relocated design using modular units. The City wants input from youth and neighbours before...
Why This Matters: Skate in West Lions Park? This is your chance to shape what gets built. Live nearby? The new design will shift the park away from the baseball diamond and add seating areas. Youth input has already shaped the concept—now's the time to weigh in on the final design.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
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Waterloo Region, ON
Kitchener is redesigning Francis Green, a small urban park at King Street West and Francis Street South. The renewal is tied to the nearby TEK Tower development. The city wants feedback on concept designs that would add new seating, landscaping, and...
Why This Matters: Live or work downtown? This is one of the few green spaces left in Kitchener's core. The redesign will shape how you relax, meet friends, or take a break during your day. Parents, seniors, and office workers all use this park differently—your input helps make sure it works for everyone.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
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Waterloo Region, ON
Wellesley Township wants your ideas for recreation programs. From pickleball to fitness classes to community workshops, they're looking for suggestions on new activities and people willing to lead them. The formal survey has closed, but you can...
Why This Matters: Live in Wellesley Township? This is your chance to shape what activities are available in your community. Want a new fitness class? A youth program? A seniors' workshop? Now's the time to ask. You can also volunteer to teach something you're good at.
Policy & Studies
Health & Safety
Housing & Communities