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Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Alberta asked anglers for input on fishing rules for specific lakes and rivers across the province. The consultation focused on catch limits, seasons, and conservation measures for different fish populations. This was part of an annual process to...
Why This Matters: Fish in Alberta? These rules determined where you could cast a line and how many you could keep. Walleye, pike, and trout anglers all had a stake. Conservation measures protect fish populations for future generations.
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Alberta asked anglers whether to change fishing regulations in the eastern slopes to help recover endangered trout species. Westslope Cutthroat Trout now exist in only 5% of their historical range. The survey asked Albertans to choose their...
Why This Matters: Fish the eastern slopes? These rules affect what you can catch and keep. The goal is to bring back trout populations that have nearly disappeared. If you care about Alberta's fishing future, this was your chance to weigh in.
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Alberta asked anglers whether to simplify fishing regulations on the Bow River and manage it as a premier catch-and-release fishery. The river faced pressure from increased use, whirling disease, and rising water temperatures. Based on strong public...
Why This Matters: Fish the Bow River? These rules affect what you can keep and when you can cast a line. The Bow is considered one of Alberta's best trout fisheries. Even small harvests could hurt fish populations, so the province moved to protect it.
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Alberta asked dock owners how to simplify the approval process for placing docks, boat lifts, and swimming platforms in lakes and rivers. The goal? Cut red tape so most seasonal dock owners won't need a permit if they follow the rules. This...
Why This Matters: Own a dock or thinking of putting one in? This affects you directly. Before this change, thousands of Albertans had to wait for government approval just to put in a seasonal dock. Now there's a simpler path if you follow the standard.
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Alberta gathered input on how to modernize wildlife management and improve recreational hunting. The province wanted to hear from hunters, outfitters, Indigenous communities, landowners, and industry about what's working and what needs to change.
Why This Matters: Hunt in Alberta? This shaped the rules you follow. The province used this feedback to rethink how hunting licenses get allocated and which species you can pursue. Even if you don't hunt, wildlife management affects ecosystems across the province.
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Alberta asked for public input on a plan to help peregrine falcons recover. These birds nearly disappeared in the 1970s due to DDT pesticides. Thanks to conservation efforts, there are now 65-75 breeding pairs in the province. The survey gathered...
Why This Matters: Love seeing wildlife in Alberta? Peregrine falcons are a conservation success story—they came back from near extinction. Your input helped shape how the province protects these birds for future generations. If you spend time near rivers or cliffs where they nest, these rules affect what activities...
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Alberta asked whether small-scale stormwater projects should skip the Water Act licensing process. The current rules made it expensive and slow to reuse rainwater, even for low-risk projects with clear benefits. Stakeholders helped shape new...
Why This Matters: Want to collect rainwater for your garden or business? This made it easier. Before, even small stormwater projects needed expensive licences. Now, projects using up to 6,250 cubic metres per year can skip the red tape.
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Alberta asked for public input on a plan to protect bull trout, the province's official fish. Once common across Alberta, bull trout populations have been declining for decades. The species was listed as Threatened in 2014. The recovery plan...
Why This Matters: Fish in Alberta rivers? This affects anglers, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who cares about local ecosystems. Bull trout are an indicator species—when they struggle, it signals broader problems with water quality and habitat. If you've ever fished Alberta's streams or want healthy rivers for...
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Alberta asked how to collect reclamation security from wind and solar projects on private land. The goal? Make sure there's money set aside to restore the land when projects shut down. Landowners can negotiate security directly with operators or use...
Why This Matters: Own rural land in Alberta? This affects what happens when a wind or solar lease ends. Without proper security, you could be stuck with cleanup costs if a company goes bankrupt. These rules determine who pays to restore your land.
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Ministry of Water (BC)
BC is looking at ways to speed up permits for water use, wetlands, and forestry projects. The goal? Cut red tape while still protecting the environment. Sixteen different topics were open for feedback, covering everything from construction...
Why This Matters: Building a home near a stream? Running a small farm that needs water? These rules affect how quickly you can get permits. Developers and landowners often wait months for approvals. Faster permits could mean quicker projects—but environmental groups worry about cutting corners on wetland protection.
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Ministry of Mines (ON)
Ongold Resources wants to drill for minerals about 65 km south of Foleyet, Ontario. The company would use heavy drilling equipment to take rock samples from underground. This involves clearing small areas for drill pads and potentially drawing water...
Why This Matters: Live near Benton or Garnet townships? This drilling could affect local water sources and forest areas. If you hunt, fish, or have a cottage in the area, you might want to weigh in.
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Ontario Power Generation wants to expand the stormwater drainage system at its nuclear waste storage facility in Pickering. The expansion would handle runoff from two new storage buildings and a security kiosk, covering about 6.4 hectares...
Why This Matters: Live near the Pickering nuclear station? This affects how stormwater from the expanding waste facility reaches Lake Ontario. The water gets filtered before discharge, but residents may want to weigh in on whether the safeguards are adequate.
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A nature resort near Hamilton wants permission to pump groundwater from four wells for the next 10 years. Together, the wells would draw up to 216,000 litres per day to supply the resort's facilities. This is classified as a Category 3 permit—the...
Why This Matters: Live near Puslinch or rural Hamilton? This permit could affect local groundwater levels. If you rely on a private well, large water takings nearby might impact your water supply. Category 3 means the province considers this a high-risk taking.
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Ministry of Mines (ON)
Juno Corp wants to drill and survey for minerals about 520 km northwest of Thunder Bay. The company would use heavy drilling equipment and cut lines through brush to lay sensor wires. Ontario's Ministry of Mines is deciding whether to issue a 3-year...
Why This Matters: Live in the Thunder Bay backcountry? This exploration could affect remote lakes and forests you use. Drilling means cleared pads and water pumping from nearby sources. If minerals are found, this could be the first step toward a future mine.
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Ministry of Mines (ON)
Juno Corp wants to drill and survey for minerals about 520 km northwest of Thunder Bay. The company would clear small areas for drill rigs and cut lines through brush to lay survey equipment. If approved, the permit lasts up to 3 years.
Why This Matters: This is a remote area, but early exploration can be the first step toward a mine. If you hunt, fish, or trap in this region, drilling activity could affect your access. Indigenous communities with traditional land use in the area may want to weigh in.
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A gravel pit near Hamilton wants to renew its water permit for another 10 years. The company pumps water out of a pond to keep the pit dry enough to work in. At nearly 18 million litres per day, this is a high-impact water taking that could affect...
Why This Matters: Live near this site in Hamilton? Your well water could be affected. This is a Category 3 permit—the highest risk level for environmental impact. Neighbours and anyone concerned about local water resources should pay attention.
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