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Waterloo Region, ON
Cambridge is upgrading two basketball courts into multi-sport hubs. The designs are now revealed—featuring more hoops, futsal goals, hitting walls, and hangout areas. Construction is planned for spring 2026, with a $400,000 budget for both parks...
Why This Matters: Live near Churchill or Weaver Park? These courts could become your go-to spot for basketball, futsal, or just hanging out. The new seating areas mean parents can watch while kids play. If you've got ideas about what would make these spaces work better for your family or friends, now's the time to...
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
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Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Wood bison were listed as threatened in Alberta in 2021 due to disease and human conflict. The government is developing a recovery plan to protect disease-free populations in northern Alberta. Right now, they're working with Indigenous communities...
Why This Matters: Live in northern Alberta near wood bison habitat? This plan could affect land use and development in your area. Indigenous communities have traditional ties to these animals. Even if you're not nearby, this is about whether Alberta can save a threatened species before it's too late.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
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Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction (AB)
Alberta is reviewing who qualifies for disability parking placards and plates. Right now, people with sensory impairments like blindness or deafness don't qualify. The province is also looking at cutting red tape—like eliminating in-person renewals...
Why This Matters: Use a disability parking placard? This review could change who qualifies and how you renew. If you're blind or deaf, you might finally become eligible. Have a permanent disability? You may not need to visit a registry office anymore just to renew.
Policy & Studies
Health & Safety
Justice & Rights
Transportation
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Ministry of Natural Resources (ON)
R.W. Tomlinson Limited wants to dig deeper at their existing quarry near Brechin in Kawartha Lakes. The company is asking to amend their site plan to lower the extraction depth across the entire site. They also want to remove outdated references to...
Why This Matters: Live within a few kilometres of this quarry? Deeper extraction could mean more truck traffic, noise, and dust over a longer period. If you rely on well water nearby, the Level 2 Water Report submitted with this application is worth reviewing.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Ministry of Mines (ON)
Lake Shore Gold Corp. wants permission to drill for minerals near Timmins, Ontario. The company would use heavy drilling equipment to take rock samples from underground. This involves clearing small areas for drill rigs and potentially drawing water...
Why This Matters: Live near Timmins or in Thorneloe Township? This drilling could affect local water sources and forest areas. If you use nearby lakes or streams, you might want to know about potential water pumping. The permit would last up to 3 years.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Gateway Casinos wants to build a private sewage treatment plant for a new casino and hotel complex in Innisfil, Ontario. The plant would treat wastewater from the casino, hotel, and two restaurants, then discharge treated effluent into Innisfil...
Why This Matters: Live near Innisfil Creek or downstream? Treated sewage will be discharged into it. If you fish, swim, or get water from this area, you might want to weigh in. Neighbours of the proposed site at 255 Reive Boulevard may also have concerns about the development.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Apotex Inc. wants to consolidate and update its air emissions permits for a pharmaceutical packaging facility on Weston Road in Toronto. The new permit would cover dust collectors, vacuum systems, air handling units, and exhaust fans. The main...
Why This Matters: Live or work near Weston Road and Highway 401 in Toronto? This facility's air emissions could affect your neighbourhood. The permit sets limits on particulate matter released into the air you breathe.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Health & Safety
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London, ON
London is building a roundabout at the busy Gore Road and Hamilton Road intersection. The Environmental Assessment is done, and construction is planned for 2027. The City will host a public meeting before construction starts to share the final...
Why This Matters: Drive through this intersection? It's about to change. The new roundabout aims to ease traffic and make crossing safer for pedestrians and cyclists. If you live nearby, construction in 2027 could affect your commute.
Community Planning
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Transportation
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London, ON
London is rebuilding a stretch of Highbury Avenue North from the Thames River bridge to Kilally Road. The project replaces aging watermains, adds new sidewalks and cycle tracks, and upgrades traffic signals. Construction is planned for 2026 and will...
Why This Matters: Live on or near Highbury Avenue North? Expect road closures, detours, and construction noise for about 6 months. Some trees will be removed. The upside: new sidewalks, better cycling infrastructure, and more reliable water service.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
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Saskatoon, SK
Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation wants to rezone their property in Saskatoon's Riversdale area from residential to institutional use. The change would allow community facilities like cultural centres, educational spaces, or recreational programs. Right now...
Why This Matters: Live near 20th Street West in Saskatoon? This rezoning could bring new community services to your neighbourhood. Indigenous community facilities often provide cultural programming, education, and gathering spaces that benefit the broader community too.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
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Waterloo Region, ON
Waterloo is studying whether to relax building restrictions along Cedar Creek between Cedarbrae Avenue and Albert Street. Right now, almost no development is allowed in the floodplain. The city wants to know if parts of it could be safely opened up...
Why This Matters: Live near Cedar Creek? This could change what gets built in your neighbourhood. Property owners in the study area might gain new development rights—or face updated flood restrictions. If you use the trails and parks along the creek, the study won't change those. But nearby lots could look different...
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A golf course near Parry Sound wants to renew its permit to draw water from Georgian Bay and a pond. They'd take up to 1.6 million litres daily for irrigation and clubhouse use. The permit would last 10 years.
Why This Matters: Live near Georgian Bay or McDougall? Large water takings can affect lake levels and local ecosystems. This is classified as low-risk, but neighbours may want to weigh in on a decade-long permit.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A ready-mix concrete plant in Parry Sound wants approval to operate dust collectors, a boiler, and aggregate stockpiles. The plant would release particulate matter, cement dust, silica, and nitrogen oxides into the air. The Ministry is asking...
Why This Matters: Live near Cochrane Lake Road in Parry Sound? This plant would release dust and air pollutants in your neighbourhood. Silica dust can cause lung problems with long-term exposure. If you're concerned about local air quality, this is your chance to weigh in.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A golf course near Ingersoll wants to renew its permit to draw water from a pond and a well for irrigation. The permit would allow water taking from April through November for the next 10 years. This is classified as a low-risk Category 1 permit.
Why This Matters: Live near this golf course in South-West Oxford? This permit affects local water resources. If you rely on a private well in the area, you might want to know how much water is being drawn nearby.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Elmira Golf Club wants to replace its aging septic tanks and grease interceptor. The current tanks, installed in 1997, are deteriorating. The new system would have larger capacity but won't increase wastewater flow.
Why This Matters: Live near 40 Eldale Road in Woolwich? This affects how wastewater is handled at the golf club and curling club next door. Properly functioning septic systems protect local groundwater.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
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Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (Federal)
Open until October 31, 2026
Canada's financial regulator wants to tighten the rules for who can lead banks, insurance companies, and other financial institutions. Right now, there are basic requirements for executives and board members. OSFI is proposing a new framework that...
Why This Matters: Remember when banks failed during the 2008 crisis? Or more recent scandals where executives walked away while customers suffered? This consultation is about making sure the people running your bank or insurance company are actually qualified—and can be held responsible when they mess up. Your...
Regulations & Permits
Finance & Consumer