Closed
Alberta Parks (AB)
Alberta gathered feedback on improving trails in Fish Creek Provincial Park, Canada's second-largest urban park. The consultation asked about trail connectivity, safety, signage, and protecting natural and cultural features. Feedback was collected...
Why This Matters: Use Fish Creek's trails for walking, jogging, or cycling? This plan will shape how the park's 100+ kilometers of paths are maintained and improved. If you've ever gotten lost on a trail or wished for better signage, this affects you.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
Ministry of Justice and Solicitor General (AB)
Alberta asked municipalities and police how photo radar should be used. The concern? Speed traps that generate revenue instead of improving safety. An independent review found photo radar only reduced collisions by 1.4%, suggesting it could be used...
Why This Matters: Ever gotten a photo radar ticket and wondered if it was really about safety? You're not alone. This consultation addressed whether speed cameras are placed to catch speeders or just to collect fines. The results led to new rules starting April 2022.
Policy & Studies
Justice & Rights
Transportation
Closed
Treasury Board and Finance (AB)
Alberta gathered feedback on updating its private sector pension laws, which haven't changed significantly since 2014. The government wanted to hear about ways to modernize rules, reduce costs, and cut red tape for workplace pension plans. This...
Why This Matters: Have a workplace pension in Alberta? The rules governing it may be outdated. Stakeholders say current laws are driving up costs and making pensions less stable. If you're counting on a private sector pension for retirement, these changes could affect how your plan is managed.
Regulations & Permits
Economy & Jobs
Finance & Consumer
Closed
Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta gathered input to develop a 10-year strategic plan to end gender-based violence. The province is receiving $54 million over 4 years from the federal government's national action plan. This consultation has now closed, but the feedback will...
Why This Matters: Gender-based violence affects people across Alberta—survivors, families, and communities. This plan will determine how $54 million gets spent on shelters, support services, and prevention programs. If you or someone you know has been affected, this shapes what help will be available.
Policy & Studies
Health & Safety
Justice & Rights
Closed
Ministry of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration (AB)
Alberta asked child care operators how to fund the transition to $10-a-day daycare. The province is shifting from parent-paid fees to government funding. This consultation gathered input on the funding formula that will support operators while...
Why This Matters: Have young kids or planning to? This affects what you'll pay for daycare. Alberta's aiming for $10-a-day fees by 2025-26. The funding formula determines whether your local daycare can stay open and keep quality high while charging less.
Policy & Studies
Economy & Jobs
Education
Closed
Ministry of Seniors (AB)
Alberta is creating a new disability support program called ADAP to work alongside the existing AISH program. The goal? Help people with disabilities find meaningful work while keeping their financial, medical, and personal supports. The government...
Why This Matters: Living with a disability in Alberta? This could change how you access income support. Right now, AISH is one-size-fits-all. ADAP aims to let you work without losing your benefits. If you're a caregiver or advocate, this affects the people you support too.
Policy & Studies
Economy & Jobs
Health & Safety
Closed
Ministry of Forestry and Parks (AB)
Alberta is updating its 10-year strategic plan for provincial parks, recreation areas, and wildland parks. The government wants to balance growing visitor demand with conservation. Phase 2 engagement on the draft plan ran from May to July 2025, and...
Why This Matters: Love camping or hiking in Alberta's parks? This plan will shape how you experience them for the next decade. It affects everything from campsite availability to trail access. If you've ever struggled to book a spot or worried about overcrowding, this is your chance to weigh in.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta collected feedback on how to handle solar panels when they wear out. Right now, there's no clear plan for recycling them. The province wants to keep these materials out of landfills and build a circular economy where things get reused...
Why This Matters: Got solar panels on your roof? They'll need replacing in 25-30 years. Right now, most end up in landfills. This could create recycling options and maybe even rebates for responsible disposal.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Forestry and Parks (AB)
Alberta is planning upgrades to the Bow Valley Ranch day use area in Fish Creek Provincial Park, Calgary. The area includes the park's Visitor Centre, a restaurant, and trails connecting to nearby communities. The government wants to address aging...
Why This Matters: Visit Fish Creek Provincial Park? This plan will shape what the Bow Valley Ranch area looks like for years to come. Whether you hike the trails, grab lunch at the restaurant, or bring kids to the Visitor Centre, your input could influence what gets built or improved.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Alberta asked residents how to improve water availability as the province grows. The two-phase engagement gathered ideas on updating the Water Act. Feedback shaped Bill 7, which aims to streamline permits, allow rainwater collection, and make it...
Why This Matters: Water touches everything in Alberta—your tap, your farm, your job. Population growth and climate variability are straining the system. This engagement shaped new rules that could affect how you collect rainwater, how businesses access water, and whether water can be moved to drought-hit areas.
Legislation
Agriculture & Food
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Competition Bureau Canada (Federal)
The Competition Bureau asked Canadians how to crack down on misleading environmental claims in advertising. Think "eco-friendly" labels, "carbon neutral" promises, and "sustainable" packaging. The consultation closed in February 2025, and over 100...
Why This Matters: Ever bought something because it said "green" or "sustainable" on the label? You're not alone. But how do you know those claims are true? This consultation looked at whether companies should have to prove their environmental marketing isn't just spin. Stronger rules could mean less greenwashing and...
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Finance & Consumer
Closed
Statistics Canada (Federal)
Statistics Canada wants to improve how it collects health data from Canadians. The Canadian Health Measures Survey tracks things like chronic diseases, oral health, infectious diseases, and environmental contaminants in our bodies. They're asking...
Why This Matters: Ever wonder how the government knows about lead levels in Canadians' blood or rates of diabetes? That comes from health measurement surveys. Better data means better health policies—from tracking new diseases to understanding environmental health risks in your community.
Policy & Studies
Health & Safety
Closed
Health Canada (Federal)
Health Canada wants to update how nicotine pouches are classified on the Prescription Drug List. Right now, low-dose nicotine pouches (4mg or less) can be sold without a prescription. This proposal doesn't change that—it just clarifies the wording...
Why This Matters: Trying to quit smoking? Nicotine pouches are one of the newer options to help you kick the habit. This decision affects whether they stay easy to buy at your local pharmacy or convenience store. If you've used patches, gums, or lozenges before, pouches work similarly but sit under your lip.
Regulations & Permits
Health & Safety
Closed
Health Canada (Federal)
Health Canada wants to update the guidelines for how much radioactive material is safe in drinking water. These guidelines haven't been revised in years, and new science may change what's considered acceptable. The update would affect how water...
Why This Matters: Drink tap water? These guidelines determine what's considered safe. If you live near uranium mining areas or nuclear facilities, this matters even more. Updated standards could mean changes to how your local water utility operates.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Health & Safety
Closed
Canadian Food Inspection Agency (Federal)
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency asked people with disabilities to share their experiences dealing with the agency. What barriers have you faced? What needs to change? The feedback will shape the agency's accessibility plan for 2026-2028.
Why This Matters: Have a disability? Ever struggled to access a government service? This consultation shaped how the food inspection agency will serve Canadians with disabilities. Caregivers and disability organizations also had a say in what barriers need fixing.
Policy & Studies
Health & Safety
Justice & Rights
Open for Input
Senate of Canada - Standing Committee on Transport and Communications (Federal)
The Senate is studying copper wire theft and how it affects telecommunications. Thieves strip copper from phone and internet lines to sell as scrap metal. This can knock out service for entire neighbourhoods and costs companies millions to repair.
Why This Matters: Ever had your phone or internet go down for no clear reason? Copper theft might be why. It's a growing problem that disrupts 911 services, home security systems, and business operations. Rural areas get hit hardest since repairs take longer.
Policy & Studies
Justice & Rights
Technology & Digital