Closed
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
Closed
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
Closed
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
Closed
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
Closed
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
Closed
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
Closed
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
Closed
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
Closed
London, ON
Residents in Central North London have complained about speeding, cut-through traffic, and unsafe conditions for pedestrians and cyclists. The City hired a traffic consultant to study the area and recommend solutions like speed bumps, curb...
Why This Matters: Live in Central North London? Walk your kids to school? Bike to work? This study could change how traffic moves through your neighbourhood. Speed bumps and curb extensions might slow things down—or they might just push traffic onto your street instead.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
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
Closed
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
Closed
Burnaby, BC
Burnaby has finished planning the future of Cascade Heights, a neighbourhood near Burnaby Hospital. The plan was adopted by Council on March 25, 2025 after public input gathered in late 2024 and early 2025. It sets out how the area will grow over...
Why This Matters: Live in or near Cascade Heights? This plan shapes what gets built in your neighbourhood for decades. It covers housing options, parks, transit, and local services. The consultation is now closed, but the adopted plan will guide future development.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Waterloo Region, ON
Kitchener residents can vote for their favourite new development project in the city. There are 11 nominees spanning mixed-use buildings, community spaces, heritage projects, and affordable housing. The winner gets the People's Choice Award at the...
Why This Matters: Live in Kitchener? This is your chance to recognize the new spots that make your neighbourhood better. Whether it's a new affordable housing project, a heritage restoration, or a community gathering space - your vote decides which one gets recognized.
Policy & Studies
Housing & Communities
Closed
Surrey, BC
Surrey has developed a plan to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions and prepare for climate impacts by 2050. The strategy focuses on making buildings more efficient, reducing car dependence, switching to clean electricity, and protecting natural areas...
Why This Matters: Live in Surrey? You're already feeling climate change through flooding, hotter summers, and smoky skies from wildfires. This plan shapes how your neighbourhood develops, how you'll get around, and what your energy bills might look like. It also affects property values in flood-prone areas and the...
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Saskatoon, SK
Saskatoon is deciding whether to build an overpass or underpass where 8th Street East crosses the CPKC railway tracks. The city has already gathered public feedback in two rounds of engagement and is now presenting the final report to council. This...
Why This Matters: Drive on 8th Street East? You know the frustration of waiting for trains. A grade separation means no more stopping for rail crossings. It could also improve safety and reduce traffic backups in the area.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Last day
Ottawa, ON
Ottawa is designing a new district park in Orléans and wants your input on the updated plan. The park would include playgrounds, splash pads, skating rinks, tennis and pickleball courts, a dog park, a full-size cricket pitch, and more. A separate...
Why This Matters: Live in Orléans or nearby? This park could become your go-to spot for family outings, dog walks, or weekend sports. It's designed for all ages—from toddler play structures to fitness equipment and skating rinks. Your feedback shapes what actually gets built.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities