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Parks Canada (Federal)
Parks Canada wants to release flea beetles in Grasslands National Park to eat leafy spurge, an invasive weed that's hard to kill with herbicides. The beetles only eat this one plant species. If it works, native prairie plants could recover and...
Why This Matters: This is a specialized conservation project in a remote Saskatchewan park. If you're passionate about prairie ecosystems or concerned about introducing new species to control invasive plants, this matters. For most Canadians, it's a technical park management decision.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Parks Canada (Federal)
Parks Canada plans to restore 6 hectares of former campground and farmland at Landons Bay in Thousand Islands National Park. Over six years, they'll plant about 5,000 native trees and shrubs. Deer fencing may be installed to protect young plants.
Why This Matters: Visit Thousand Islands National Park? This project will transform old campgrounds and farm fields back into native forest. It's part of restoring the park's natural ecosystem for future visitors.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Belledune Port Authority (Federal)
Greenergy Fuels Canada wants to restart an old fuel storage facility at the Port of Belledune in northern New Brunswick. The terminal would receive gasoline and diesel by ship—about 10 cargoes a year—and distribute it by rail and truck to local...
Why This Matters: Live near Belledune? This project could bring jobs and reduce fuel truck traffic through your community. But it also means more ships, rail cars, and a large fuel operation in your backyard. If you rely on local roads or worry about spills, you'll want to know the details.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Transportation
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Environment and Climate Change Canada (Federal)
Environment Canada and Ducks Unlimited want to fix aging water control structures and repair broken dikes at two marshes in Cap Tourmente National Wildlife Area near Quebec City. The work would restore the Petite Ferme and Du Cap marshes to support...
Why This Matters: Visit Cap Tourmente for birdwatching or hunting? These marshes are key habitat for migrating snow geese and ducks. Without repairs, the wetlands could degrade and support fewer birds.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
Keyera Energy wants to build a new refinery in Alberta's Industrial Heartland, about 22 km northeast of Edmonton. The facility would process condensate into lighter hydrocarbon products like liquid petroleum gas. It would handle nearly 16,000 cubic...
Why This Matters: Live near Strathcona County or the Industrial Heartland? This refinery would be in your backyard. Flares, storage tanks, and industrial traffic could affect air quality and road congestion. If you rely on well water nearby, you might want to know about the stormwater management plans.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Marten Falls First Nation wants to switch 24 community buildings from electric to oil heating. Why? Their power grid can't handle the current load, and they need to connect new buildings like a detox centre and healing lodge. This temporary fix...
Why This Matters: This project addresses critical infrastructure needs in a remote First Nation community. Reliable heating and power are essential for health services, housing, and community wellbeing. The new detox centre and healing lodge depend on this upgrade going forward.
Environmental Assessment
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
ATCO wants to build a 5.1 km natural gas pipeline on Blood Tribe 148 Reserve Lands in Alberta. The project would bring gas service to existing homes and commercial buildings near the Kainai Forage Development. Installation involves drilling...
Why This Matters: Live on Blood Tribe 148 Reserve? This project could bring natural gas to your home or business. The pipeline crosses wetlands and habitat for prairie birds like golden eagles and ferruginous hawks. If you're concerned about construction impacts or wildlife, this is your chance to weigh in.
Environmental Assessment
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
Closed
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (Federal)
Bell Canada wants to lay nearly 37 km of underwater fibre optic cable across 12 lakes and waterways in the Muskoka region. The cables would bring high-speed internet to lakefront homes. This is a federal review of the project's potential...
Why This Matters: Live on one of these lakes? You could finally get reliable high-speed internet. But underwater cables mean construction activity in the water—something cottagers and year-round residents may want to weigh in on.
Regulations & Permits
Natural Resources
Technology & Digital
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
An oil and gas company wants to conduct 3D seismic exploration on Frog Lake First Nation lands in Alberta. They're requesting a variance because the area has extensive wetlands, muskegs, and beaver flood areas. The program would use low-impact...
Why This Matters: Live on or near Frog Lake First Nation? This seismic program could affect local wetlands and wildlife habitat. The area has sensitive ecosystems including muskegs and beaver flood areas that could be disturbed.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
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Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
EcoRock Dalhousie wants to expand an existing quarry from 10 to 80 hectares near Heron Bay, New Brunswick. The project would also add a grinding mill to produce pozzolan, a material used in concrete. At full capacity, the site could produce up to 3...
Why This Matters: Live near Heron Bay or Campbellton? This expansion could mean more truck traffic, noise, and dust in your area. The quarry would grow eight times its current size. Jobs could come to the region, but so could environmental impacts on local waterways and wildlife.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Parks Canada (Federal)
Parks Canada is planting native shrubs and deciduous trees on Sidney Island. The work focuses on the campground, radar field, and areas cleared for wildfire prevention. Fencing will protect the new plantings from damage.
Why This Matters: Camp on Sidney Island? You might notice new fencing and plantings in familiar spots. The restoration work follows recent wildfire risk reduction, so the landscape is changing. If you care about native ecosystems in the Gulf Islands, this affects habitat recovery.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
National Defence (Federal)
The military needs to re-energize power lines at CFB Suffield in Alberta. Problem: endangered Ferruginous Hawks have built nests on those poles. The plan is to gradually move the nests—about 100 metres per year—onto a new artificial platform 450...
Why This Matters: Ferruginous Hawks are a threatened species in Canada. This project shows how military operations and wildlife protection can coexist. If you care about endangered species or live near CFB Suffield, this affects your backyard.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (Federal)
Bell Canada wants to lay 10.5 km of underwater fibre optic cable in the Labrador Sea. The goal? Bring high-speed internet to homes on Change Islands and Fogo Island off Newfoundland's northeast coast.
Why This Matters: Live on Change Islands or Fogo Island? This could finally bring reliable high-speed internet to your home. Remote island communities often get left behind on connectivity—this project aims to change that.
Environmental Assessment
Natural Resources
Technology & Digital
Closed
National Battlefields Commission (Federal)
Hydro-Québec and Énergir need to install underground utility lines at a Quebec City intersection for the TramCité tramway project. The work happens beneath the street and sidewalk, with only a single manhole cover visible when complete. This...
Why This Matters: Live near the Plains of Abraham or use this intersection? Construction will temporarily affect the area. The good news: once done, you'll only see a single manhole cover. The tramway project aims to improve transit across Quebec City.
Regulations & Permits
Natural Resources
Transportation
Closed
Parks Canada (Federal)
Parks Canada wants to fix an aging dam on the Gull River in Minden Hills, Ontario. Inspections found the concrete is deteriorating and key parts are rated "poor." The repairs would extend the dam's life by 10-15 years. Work is planned for November...
Why This Matters: Live near the Gull River or use it for recreation? This dam helps control water levels. If it fails, flooding could affect downstream properties. The repairs mean temporary disruptions but safer water management long-term.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Canadian Wildlife Service (Federal)
Environment Canada wants to build a 2.4 km fence along the southern edge of the Big Creek National Wildlife Area near Port Rowan, Ontario. Right now, the boundary is marked only by scattered signs. The new fence would reduce trespassing and protect...
Why This Matters: Live near Port Rowan or visit Big Creek for birdwatching? This fence could change how you access the area. The wildlife area is home to sensitive species, and better boundaries help protect them from disturbance.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources