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Ontario Energy Board (ON)
Enbridge Gas is asking the Ontario Energy Board to approve a franchise agreement with the Township of Johnson. This is a routine regulatory filing that would let Enbridge continue providing natural gas service in the township.
Why This Matters: Live in the Township of Johnson? This agreement governs how Enbridge delivers natural gas to your community. Franchise agreements set the terms for gas infrastructure in municipal roads and public spaces.
Regulations & Permits
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Alberta gathered feedback on an updated recovery plan for the tiny cryptantha, an endangered plant found only in a small area of the province. The plan outlines strategies to protect this rare species from habitat loss and population decline. The...
Why This Matters: This matters if you care about Alberta's biodiversity. The tiny cryptantha exists only in a small area of the province and is isolated from other populations in the U.S. Without protection, it could disappear from Alberta entirely.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Parks Canada (Federal)
Parks Canada is continuing its deer management program on Hill Island in the Thousand Islands. Too many deer have been eating the forest understory, threatening native plants like Pitch pine. Since 2007, the agency has partnered with the Mohawks of...
Why This Matters: Visit the Thousand Islands? You might notice the forests look different than they used to. Deer have eaten so much vegetation that rare plants are disappearing. This program aims to bring back healthy forests while respecting Indigenous harvesting rights.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (Federal)
SaskTel wants to bring high-speed internet to ten remote communities in northern Saskatchewan, including several First Nations. The project involves upgrading two existing cell towers and installing 202 km of fibre optic cable along Highway 905 to...
Why This Matters: Live in one of these northern communities? You could finally get reliable high-speed internet at home. Right now, many of these areas have limited connectivity. This project would connect homes in Lac La Ronge, Stony Rapids, and eight First Nations communities.
Regulations & Permits
Indigenous & Northern
Technology & Digital
Closed
Montreal Port Authority (Federal)
Montreal's Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve borough is redeveloping Pierre-Tétreault Park and Bellerive Street along the St. Lawrence River. The park hasn't been updated since the 1970s. Plans include new pathways, bike lanes, public washrooms, seating...
Why This Matters: Live in or visit Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve? This park along the St. Lawrence is getting its first major upgrade in 50 years. Cyclists and pedestrians will get better paths, new washrooms, and shaded seating. The stormwater system could also reduce flooding in the area during heavy rains.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Parks Canada (Federal)
The Town of Banff wants to move its iconic welcome sign from Mount Norquay Road to a new spot near the Train Station. The new location would include walkways, seating areas, gas firepits, and landscaping. The goal is to make it safer and easier for...
Why This Matters: Planning a trip to Banff? The famous welcome sign is a must-stop photo spot. Right now, visitors pull over on a busy road to snap pictures. The new location near the Train Station would be safer and more accessible for families and tourists.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Vancouver Fraser Port Authority (Federal)
DP World wants to build a barge terminal in Vancouver to move shipping containers between the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. The company says it'll cut truck traffic and greenhouse gas emissions. Construction would start summer 2025 and take...
Why This Matters: Live near Centennial Road? You might see construction crews for seven months starting this summer. The upside: fewer trucks on highways between Vancouver and the Island could mean less traffic for commuters. The facility aims to make supply chains more reliable too.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
Vancouver Fraser Port Authority (Federal)
The Tsleil-Waututh Nation wants to restore and protect their reserve's shoreline from erosion and flooding. The project uses nature-based solutions like beach nourishment, oyster revetments, and native plant restoration. It's Indigenous-led and...
Why This Matters: Live near Burrard Inlet? This project could improve shoreline habitat and reduce flood risk in the area. It's also a model for how Indigenous communities are leading climate adaptation efforts across Canada.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
A company wants to dump 2.7 hectares of rock and slate into Dartmouth Cove to create new land for future development. The catch? Some of that material contains pyritic slate, which can leak acid into the water when exposed to air. The Impact...
Why This Matters: Live near Dartmouth Cove? This project would permanently change the shoreline. The pyritic slate could affect water quality if not properly managed. Future development on the new land could also reshape the neighbourhood.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Montreal Airport Authority (Federal)
Montreal's airport authority wants to build a new drop-off area for buses and shuttles at 800 Place Leigh-Capreol, with a pedestrian walkway to the terminal. This is a temporary fix while the main drop-off areas get renovated and expanded. Some...
Why This Matters: Take a shuttle or bus to the Montreal airport? This project affects where you'll be dropped off during major construction. The current STM bus stop will likely move. If you work at Nav Canada or use the AdminParc lot, your access routes are changing too.
Environmental Assessment
Transportation
Closed
Parks Canada (Federal)
Parks Canada is replacing two aging culverts where Rampart Creek crosses the Icefields Parkway (Highway 93N). The old metal culverts are damaged and blocking fish from moving upstream. New concrete culverts will restore fish passage and stop road...
Why This Matters: Drive the Icefields Parkway? Expect a detour when this work happens. The current culverts are failing and threatening the highway itself. For anglers and anyone who cares about mountain streams, this project will help fish move freely again between Rampart Creek and the North Saskatchewan River.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
Transport Canada (Federal)
Vancouver International Airport wants to expand its cargo facilities at the South Airport. The project includes enlarging aircraft parking areas to fit four Boeing 777-sized planes, preparing land for a future warehouse, and upgrading nearby roads...
Why This Matters: Live near YVR's South Airport? This project could mean more truck traffic, construction noise, and changes to local roads. The expansion affects the dyke area and could impact nearby communities in Richmond. More cargo capacity also means more jobs at the airport.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
Transport Canada (Federal)
Transport Canada needs to dredge the harbor and channel at Cap-aux-Meules to keep the ferry and supply ships running safely. This is the only port on the Magdalen Islands that can handle commercial vessels. Sediment builds up every few years, making...
Why This Matters: Live on the Magdalen Islands? This port is your lifeline. It's how food, fuel, and supplies reach the islands. It's also how the ferry connects you to Prince Edward Island. Without dredging, larger ships can't dock safely.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (Federal)
Valley Fiber Communications wants to bring high-speed fiber internet to nine First Nations communities in Manitoba. The project involves burying about 300 km of fiber optic cable along existing roads, from areas around Winnipeg up to Gillam in the...
Why This Matters: Live in one of these communities? This could mean reliable high-speed internet for the first time. Better connectivity helps with remote work, online learning, and accessing health services. For remote northern communities, this is a significant infrastructure upgrade.
Regulations & Permits
Indigenous & Northern
Technology & Digital
Closed
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
The Town of Sussex wants to build a permanent flood control system. Two new channels would divert water from Trout Creek and Parsons Brook around the town during floods, sending it to the Kennebecasis River instead. The project also includes a...
Why This Matters: Live in or near Sussex? This project could protect your home and business from future flooding. The construction will also affect local roads and the Route 890 bridge. If you use Trout Creek or Parsons Brook for recreation, the new channels could change how these waterways look and flow.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Parks Canada (Federal)
A hotel company wants to build 19 new apartments for staff housing in Banff. The project would add two buildings (three and four storeys) to an existing property that already has 13 units. It's designed for workers, not tourists—with 25 bike storage...
Why This Matters: Banff has a well-known housing crunch for workers. If you've ever wondered why service in mountain towns can be stretched thin, this is part of the answer. More staff housing could mean better-staffed hotels and restaurants.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities