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Should Alberta Change How Local Elections Work?

Municipal Affairs (AB)

Alberta asked residents how to improve elections for municipalities, school boards, Metis Settlements, and irrigation districts. Over 1,500 people responded before the survey closed in August 2018. The feedback shaped Bill 23, which proposed changes...

Why This Matters: Vote in local elections? This shaped the rules for how your mayor, councillors, and school trustees get elected. The changes affected campaign donations, advance voting options, and who can advertise during elections. Strong public support led to banning corporate and union donations.

Legislation Housing & Communities Justice & Rights
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How Should Alberta Plan Its Infrastructure for the Next 20 Years?

Ministry of Infrastructure (AB)

Alberta asked residents how the province should prioritize building schools, hospitals, roads, and other public infrastructure. Over 3,200 Albertans shared their views in summer 2020. The feedback shaped a new law and a 20-year plan for capital...

Why This Matters: Schools, hospitals, roads, bridges—these shape daily life in Alberta. Where new infrastructure gets built affects commute times, healthcare access, and which communities grow. This consultation gave Albertans a say in those long-term priorities.

Policy & Studies Economy & Jobs Housing & Communities Transportation
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Is Alberta's South Saskatchewan Regional Plan Still Working?

Land Use Secretariat (AB)

Alberta is reviewing its 10-year-old land use plan for the South Saskatchewan region. The plan guides how the government balances economic development with environmental protection in southern Alberta. This review checks whether the plan is still...

Why This Matters: Live in southern Alberta? This plan affects where development can happen, how water and air quality are protected, and how farmland is managed. If you've noticed growth pressures in places like Calgary or Lethbridge, this plan is supposed to manage that. Your feedback shapes whether it gets updated.

Community Planning Environment & Climate Housing & Communities Natural Resources
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Help Shape the Future of Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park

Ministry of Forestry and Parks (AB)

Alberta gathered feedback on how to manage Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, a 1,300-hectare stretch along the Bow River between Calgary and Cochrane. The park sees nearly 100,000 visitors a year, and the government wants to balance growing demand with...

Why This Matters: Love hiking or biking near Calgary? This park is one of the region's gems. With visitor numbers climbing, trails could get crowded or damaged. Your input helps decide whether to add new trails, limit access, or improve facilities.

Community Planning Environment & Climate Housing & Communities
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Alternative Affordable Housing at Bechtel Street, Cambridge

Waterloo Region, ON

The Region of Waterloo wants to build affordable alternative housing on a property at 127-161 Bechtel Street in Cambridge. Options include tiny homes, container homes, or modular homes. Up to 6 units could be added to the site. The Region is asking...

Why This Matters: On a waitlist for affordable housing in Waterloo Region? This project could mean new homes sooner. Live in the Bechtel neighbourhood? You'll have a say in what gets built next door—from building design to green space.

Community Planning Housing & Communities
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Certificate of Property Use for Contaminated Site at 3157 Bathurst Street, Toronto

Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)

A developer wants to build homes on a contaminated property in Toronto. The ministry reviewed a risk assessment and is now deciding whether to issue a Certificate of Property Use. This certificate would set rules for managing contamination during...

Why This Matters: Live near Bathurst and Lawrence? This property could become residential housing. The site has contamination that needs ongoing management. Future residents and neighbours should know what safeguards will be in place.

Regulations & Permits Environment & Climate Housing & Communities
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Certificate of Property Use for 1071 King Street West, Toronto

Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)

A developer wants to build residential housing on a contaminated site in downtown Toronto. The Ministry of Environment has reviewed their cleanup plan and is now deciding whether to issue a Certificate of Property Use. This certificate would set...

Why This Matters: Live near King and Dufferin? This affects your neighbourhood. The site has contamination that needs ongoing management. Future residents and neighbours should know what safeguards will be in place.

Regulations & Permits Environment & Climate Housing & Communities
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Lot Severance to Fix Title Merger - Rainy Lake, Watten Township

Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (ON)

A couple on Rainy Lake accidentally had their two lakefront properties merged into one on the title. Now they're asking the province to let them split them back into separate lots. No new buildings are planned—this is just paperwork to fix a title...

Why This Matters: This is a routine land severance to fix a paperwork error. It mainly matters to the property owners and immediate neighbours. If you live nearby on Rainy Lake, you might want to know about changes to lot boundaries in your area.

Regulations & Permits Housing & Communities
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Certificate of Property Use for 419-425 Woodbine Avenue, Toronto

Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)

A developer wants to build homes on a contaminated property in Toronto's east end. The ministry reviewed their risk assessment and is now deciding whether to issue a Certificate of Property Use. This certificate would set rules for how the land can...

Why This Matters: Live near Woodbine Avenue in Toronto's east end? This property at 419-425 Woodbine could become residential housing. The site has contaminated soil, so the certificate would require safety measures like barriers and inspections. Future residents and neighbours should know what protections are in...

Regulations & Permits Environment & Climate Housing & Communities
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Sediment Basin Permit for Lily Lake Road Development in Peterborough

Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)

Durham Building Corporation wants to build temporary sediment basins at a development site on Lily Lake Road in Peterborough. These basins catch dirt and debris from construction before water flows into Jackson Creek. The company needs provincial...

Why This Matters: Live near Lily Lake Road or Jackson Creek? Construction runoff can muddy waterways and harm fish habitat. These basins are meant to prevent that. If you fish, paddle, or just enjoy the creek, you might want to weigh in.

Regulations & Permits Environment & Climate Housing & Communities
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Stormwater Pond Approval for Burnham Street Subdivision in Hamilton Township

Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)

A developer wants to build a dry stormwater pond to serve a new residential subdivision at 3710 Burnham Street North in Hamilton Township, Ontario. The pond would collect rainwater runoff from the new homes and roads, then release it into an...

Why This Matters: Live near Burnham Street or County Road 18? This project could affect drainage patterns in your area. New subdivisions change how rainwater flows. If the stormwater system isn't designed well, it could mean more flooding or erosion downstream.

Regulations & Permits Environment & Climate Housing & Communities
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How Should 26 Avenue S.W. Be Redesigned for Cyclists and Pedestrians?

Calgary, AB

Calgary asked residents to choose between three options for redesigning 26 Avenue S.W. between 14 Street and 37 Street. The choices were a multi-use pathway, on-street wheeling lanes, or a blend of both. The goal was to make the road safer for...

Why This Matters: Live in southwest Calgary? This road connects your neighbourhood. Cyclists have flagged safety concerns here for years. Parked cars block sightlines at crossings. The redesign could make your daily commute safer—or change parking on your street.

Community Planning Housing & Communities Transportation
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Brampton Budget 2026 Telephone Town Hall Results

Brampton, ON

Brampton held a telephone town hall on January 20, 2026 to gather resident feedback on the city's annual budget. Over 5,800 households participated, sharing views on affordability, service levels, and investment priorities through live polling.

Why This Matters: Live in Brampton? Your property taxes are set by this budget. The results show what your neighbours think about tax increases, hospital funding, and services like snow clearing. These priorities will shape what you pay and what services you get.

Budget Finance & Consumer Housing & Communities
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Bertram Street Bike Corridor Through Downtown Kelowna

Kelowna, BC

Kelowna is building a protected bike route along Bertram Street to connect downtown from north to south. The route includes two-way bike paths, multi-use pathways through Rowcliffe Park, and connects to a new overpass across Highway 97. Construction...

Why This Matters: Bike to work downtown without dodging traffic? This route aims to make that safer. Live near Rowcliffe Park or Central Green? The path runs right through your neighbourhood. Residents are split—some want safer cycling, others worry about bikes speeding past their condos.

Community Planning Housing & Communities Transportation
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What Should Calgary's New Skyview Ranch Recreation Centre Include?

Calgary, AB

Calgary is planning a new recreation centre for the northeast communities of Skyview Ranch, Redstone, Cornerstone, and Cityscape. The city wanted to hear what activities and amenities residents would like to see. This consultation has now closed...

Why This Matters: Live in northeast Calgary? This new recreation centre could be your closest spot for swimming, fitness, and community programs. Right now, these growing communities lack nearby recreation facilities. Your neighbours already shared their ideas—see what they said.

Community Planning Health & Safety Housing & Communities
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Help Shape Fraser Mills Waterfront Parks and Community Centre

Coquitlam, BC

Coquitlam is planning a major waterfront development at Fraser Mills. The project includes parks, a community centre with a pool, and public art along the Fraser River. Public engagement happened in early 2024, and the city is now moving forward...

Why This Matters: Live in Coquitlam or nearby? This new waterfront neighbourhood will bring parks, a pool, and gathering spaces to the Fraser River. It's a chance to shape what your community looks like for decades to come.

Community Planning Housing & Communities