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Ministry of Mines (ON)
iMetals Resources wants to explore for minerals near Gowganda in northeastern Ontario. The company is asking for a permit to cut lines through the forest, strip soil from bedrock, dig trenches, and drill test holes. These activities would happen...
Why This Matters: Live near Gowganda or use the area for hunting, fishing, or recreation? Heavy equipment will be clearing forest and drilling in this remote area. If you draw water from nearby lakes or streams, the exploration activities could affect water quality.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Mines (ON)
Great Bear Resources wants to explore for minerals about 70 km northeast of Red Lake, Ontario. They're asking for a permit to strip soil from bedrock and drill test holes across 8 mining claims near Shabu Lake. The permit would last up to 3 years.
Why This Matters: Live near Shabu Lake or in the Red Lake district? This exploration could affect local water sources and wilderness areas. Heavy equipment will clear vegetation and pump water from nearby lakes and streams. If you hunt, fish, or have a cottage in the area, you might want to weigh in.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A golf course near Pontypool wants to renew its water permit for the next 10 years. They'd draw water from a pond for irrigation and a well for the clubhouse. This is a Category 3 permit—the highest risk level for environmental impact.
Why This Matters: Live near this golf course? Get your water from a private well? This permit could affect local water levels. Category 3 means the province thinks there's a higher risk of environmental impact worth watching.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Mines (ON)
A mining company wants to explore for minerals about 50 km south of Timmins. The permit would allow them to strip vegetation, dig trenches, and drill into bedrock across nine mining claims. Heavy equipment would be used, and water may be pumped from...
Why This Matters: Live near these townships south of Timmins? This exploration could affect local forests and water sources. If you hunt, fish, or have a cottage in the area, you might want to weigh in.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (Federal)
The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission is updating rules for how nuclear facilities manage water chemistry and chemical processes. These standards apply to all reactor types—from large power plants to small modular reactors and research facilities...
Why This Matters: This is highly technical stuff that most Canadians won't encounter directly. But if you work in the nuclear industry or live near a reactor facility, these chemistry controls help prevent corrosion and equipment failures. Proper water chemistry is one of many safety layers protecting communities...
Regulations & Permits
Health & Safety
Natural Resources
Open for Input
Ontario Energy Board (ON)
Enbridge Gas wants to build new infrastructure to bring natural gas to the Washago community in Ontario. The Ontario Energy Board is reviewing whether to approve this expansion project. This is a Leave to Construct application under case...
Why This Matters: Live in or near Washago? This project could bring natural gas to your area for the first time. That means new heating options for homes and businesses. Construction may also affect local roads and properties during the build.
Regulations & Permits
Housing & Communities
Natural Resources
Open for Input
Ontario Energy Board (ON)
Enbridge Gas wants to build new natural gas infrastructure in Mississauga. The Ontario Energy Board is reviewing whether to approve this "reinforcement project" and what conditions should apply. The case is currently on hold (in abeyance) as of...
Why This Matters: Live in Mississauga or nearby? This project could affect gas service reliability in your area. It also raises questions about investing in new fossil fuel infrastructure as Ontario moves toward cleaner energy. Environmental groups are already intervening in this case.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Open for Input
Ontario Energy Board (ON)
The Ontario Energy Board is reviewing Enbridge Gas's pilot projects for "Integrated Resource Planning" (IRP). Instead of building new gas pipelines, IRP tests whether alternatives like energy efficiency programs, geothermal systems, or demand...
Why This Matters: Pay a gas bill in Ontario? This decision affects how Enbridge plans for future demand. If non-pipe alternatives work, it could mean lower infrastructure costs passed on to customers. It's also a test case for whether Ontario's gas system can adapt to changing energy needs without expensive new...
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Federal)
Fisheries and Oceans Canada wants feedback on how to manage the Banc-des-Américains Marine Protected Area off the Gaspé Peninsula. This 1,000 km² zone protects a unique underwater rocky ridge that's home to endangered whales, wolffish, and important...
Why This Matters: Fish in the Gulf of St. Lawrence? This area is a traditional fishing ground that supports commercial species. The management plan will determine what fishing methods are allowed and where. If you run whale-watching tours or marine tourism in the Gaspé region, the rules here affect your business.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Planned
Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (Federal)
The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission is updating its rules for how nuclear facilities track and report their uranium, plutonium, and thorium. These rules help Canada meet its international commitments to prevent nuclear weapons proliferation. The...
Why This Matters: This is highly technical and won't affect most Canadians directly. But if you work at a nuclear facility, uranium mine, or research lab handling nuclear materials, these rules govern your daily operations. The broader goal? Making sure nuclear material in Canada stays accounted for and doesn't end...
Regulations & Permits
Health & Safety
Natural Resources
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Ministry of Mines (ON)
New Gold wants to drill and cut lines on mining claims northwest of Emo, Ontario. The company is seeking a 3-year permit to explore for minerals in the Pattulo, Tait, and Sifton townships. Activities include mechanized drilling and clearing...
Why This Matters: Live near Emo or use the land northwest of town? This permit would allow drilling and tree clearing across 60 mining claims. If you hunt, fish, or trap in the area, exploration activity could affect access and wildlife habitat.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Mines (ON)
Barrick Gold wants to drill for minerals about 18 kilometres west of Kirkland Lake, Ontario. The company is seeking a permit to use heavy drilling equipment on nearly 100 mining claims in Burt and Eby Townships. This early exploration would test...
Why This Matters: Live near Kirkland Lake or in Burt or Eby Townships? This drilling could affect local water sources and forest areas. The company may pump water from nearby lakes, rivers, or streams. If you use well water or enjoy the natural areas west of town, you might want to weigh in.
Regulations & Permits
Natural Resources
Closed
Quebec Environmental Public Hearings Office (QC)
A company wants to build 4 to 7 wind turbines on Grosse-Île in the Magdalen Islands. The turbines would be up to 168 metres tall and generate 16.8 MW of power. The goal? Help the islands produce their own clean energy and cut greenhouse gas...
Why This Matters: Live on the Magdalen Islands? This project could change your energy future. Right now, the islands depend heavily on imported fuel. These turbines could mean more stable power and lower emissions. But tall turbines also mean visual and noise impacts for nearby residents.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Alberta asked for public input on how to protect woodland caribou while minimizing impacts on local communities. The province held information sessions in 2018 to hear from people living in caribou range areas. This engagement is now complete.
Why This Matters: Live in northern Alberta? Caribou recovery plans could affect forestry jobs, oil and gas activity, and land access in your area. The government tried to balance wildlife protection with keeping local economies healthy.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Mines (ON)
Mayfair Gold Corp. wants permission to drill for minerals south of Matheson, Ontario. The company would use heavy drilling equipment to take rock samples from underground. This is early-stage exploration to find out what minerals might be there.
Why This Matters: Live near Matheson or in the Cochrane District? This drilling could affect local water sources and forest areas. If you use nearby lakes or streams, the company may pump water from them. Early exploration is the first step toward potential mining development.
Regulations & Permits
Natural Resources
Closed
Parks Canada (Federal)
Parks Canada wants to remove trees from 500 hectares of forest near the town of Jasper. Why? To create firebreaks that would help protect the community from wildfires. The work would happen over five years, starting winter 2025/26.
Why This Matters: Live in or visit Jasper? This project aims to protect the townsite from wildfires like the devastating 2024 fire. It could also affect hiking trails and wildlife habitat in the Pyramid Bench area.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources