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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A golf course near Midland wants to renew its permit to draw water from a well and an unnamed stream for irrigation. The permit would allow water taking from May through October for the next 10 years. This is classified as a Category 1 permit...
Why This Matters: Live near Highway 93 in Midland? This permit could affect local water levels. If you rely on a private well or care about the unnamed stream in the area, you might want to weigh in. The golf course would draw over 1.4 million litres daily from the stream during peak season.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A trailer park near Lake Ontario needs to fix its failing septic system. The current wastewater beds are too small and keep breaking down. The owner wants approval to build a new underground distribution bed to handle sewage from 129 trailers, tent...
Why This Matters: Live near Stoneburg Cove or use Lake Ontario for recreation? This trailer park's sewage system has been failing. A proper fix could protect local water quality. Nearby well owners and lake users should pay attention.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of Energy and Mines (ON)
A Manitoba company wants to drill for minerals near Dryden, Ontario. The Ministry of Energy and Mines is deciding whether to issue a 3-year exploration permit for mechanized drilling on 95 mining claims in the Buchan Bay Area.
Why This Matters: Live near Buchan Bay or use the lakes and streams southwest of Dryden? This drilling could affect local water sources. The company may pump water from nearby lakes or rivers and clear small areas of forest for drill pads.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A company wants approval to operate a mobile rock crushing and screening plant anywhere in Ontario. The equipment could run 12 hours a day, every day of the year. It would release dust, silica particles, and exhaust fumes into the air.
Why This Matters: This is a mobile facility that could operate near any community in Ontario. If you live near construction sites or gravel pits, this equipment might show up in your area. The emissions include crystalline silica, which can cause lung problems with long-term exposure.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Anthony Danis wants to operate a hauled sewage disposal site near Kirkland Lake in northeastern Ontario. The 3.8-hectare site would use five dewatering trenches to dispose of waste from septic tanks and portable toilets. Ontario's environment...
Why This Matters: Live near Lebel or Kirkland Lake? This site would handle sewage waste from the area. If you rely on well water nearby, you'll want to know about groundwater monitoring. Odour and truck traffic could also affect neighbours.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Generation PGM Inc. wants to renew its permit to take water from 22 lakes near Thunder Bay for exploratory drilling. This is a Category 3 permit—the highest risk category for environmental impact. The company could draw up to 100,000 litres per day...
Why This Matters: Live near these lakes in the Thunder Bay district? This permit could affect water levels in lakes you fish, paddle, or draw water from. Category 3 means the province considers this a high-risk water taking. If you rely on these waterbodies, now's the time to weigh in.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Ministry of Energy and Mines (ON)
A company wants permission to drill for minerals about 20 kilometres southeast of Beardmore, Ontario. The drilling would test rock samples to find out what minerals are underground. This means clearing small areas for drill rigs and potentially...
Why This Matters: Live near Lake Jean or Beardmore? This drilling could affect local water sources and forest areas. If you use nearby lakes or streams, the company may pump water from them. Hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts in the area should know about potential disturbances.
Regulations & Permits
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Energy and Mines (ON)
Insight Exploration Inc. wants a permit to drill for minerals near Kenogami Lake in northern Ontario. The company would use heavy drilling equipment to take rock samples from 49 mining claims in Burt Township. This is early-stage exploration to test...
Why This Matters: Live near Kenogami Lake or Burt Township? This drilling could affect local water sources and forest areas. The company may pump water from nearby lakes and streams, and clear small areas for drill pads. If you hunt, fish, or have property 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 plastics manufacturing facility in Scarborough wants approval to release air emissions. The company, 2703323 Ontario Inc., operates an injection moulding plant at 71 Melford Drive. They're seeking permission to emit particulate matter and...
Why This Matters: Live or work near Melford Drive in Scarborough? This facility would release particulate matter and plastic particles into the air. Neighbours may want to weigh in on whether the emissions are acceptable for their community.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A campground near Wiarton wants approval for its existing sewage system. The setup includes septic and holding tanks that can handle about 22,400 litres per day. The Ministry may require monitoring and set limits on what goes into the ground.
Why This Matters: Live near this campground or get water from a private well in the area? This permit could affect local groundwater quality. Campers using the site should know the sewage system meets provincial standards.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A metal fabrication facility in Scarborough wants approval to release air emissions from paint booths, welding exhausts, and heating equipment. The chemicals include xylenes, ethylbenzene, and industrial compounds used in coatings.
Why This Matters: Live or work near 71 Melford Drive in Scarborough? This facility would release paint fumes and welding emissions into your air. The chemicals include xylenes and isocyanates—compounds that can affect air quality in the immediate area.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Waterloo Region, ON
The Region of Waterloo wants to build affordable alternative housing on a property at 127-161 Bechtel Street in Cambridge. Options include tiny homes, container homes, or modular homes. Up to 6 units could be added to the site. The Region is asking...
Why This Matters: On a waitlist for affordable housing in Waterloo Region? This project could mean new homes sooner. Live in the Bechtel neighbourhood? You'll have a say in what gets built next door—from building design to green space.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A developer wants to build homes on a contaminated property in Toronto. The ministry reviewed a risk assessment and is now deciding whether to issue a Certificate of Property Use. This certificate would set rules for managing contamination during...
Why This Matters: Live near Bathurst and Lawrence? This property could become residential housing. The site has contamination that needs ongoing management. Future residents and neighbours should know what safeguards will be in place.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A septic hauling company near Lucan wants to renew its permit to spread sewage on farmland. The 32-hectare site has been operating under this approval before. If renewed, the company can continue disposing of waste from septic tanks and portable...
Why This Matters: Live near Coursey Line in Lucan Biddulph? This permit affects what gets spread on nearby farmland. If you rely on a private well, you might want to know about the setback requirements. Odour and traffic from hauling trucks could also affect your daily life.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A private wastewater treatment plant in Brant County needs a new Environmental Compliance Approval. The facility at 114 Powerline Road treats sewage from Smokey Hollow Estates and discharges treated water into Fairchild Creek. It can handle up to...
Why This Matters: Live near Fairchild Creek or downstream from this site? The treated wastewater flows into that waterway. If you rely on well water in the area, you might want to weigh in on whether this approval meets your expectations for water quality.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A developer wants to build residential housing on a contaminated site in downtown Toronto. The Ministry of Environment has reviewed their cleanup plan and is now deciding whether to issue a Certificate of Property Use. This certificate would set...
Why This Matters: Live near King and Dufferin? This affects your neighbourhood. The site has contamination that needs ongoing management. Future residents and neighbours should know what safeguards will be in place.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities