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Ministry of Energy (AB)
Alberta asked residents whether coal mining should be allowed in the province's Eastern Slopes—the foothills and mountains that feed major rivers. A committee gathered feedback through surveys and technical submissions in 2021. The result? Expanded...
Why This Matters: Drink water in Alberta? The Eastern Slopes feed rivers that supply Calgary, Edmonton, and farming communities. Coal mining there could affect water quality for millions. This consultation shaped where mining can and can't happen.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Federal)
Fisheries and Oceans Canada is developing a long-term management plan for Great Slave Lake's commercial fishery. They held town halls in Hay River and Yellowknife to hear from commercial fishers about priorities, challenges, and the future of the...
Why This Matters: Work as a commercial fisher on Great Slave Lake? This plan will shape how the fishery is managed for years to come. Your firsthand experience with catch limits, seasons, and market challenges matters. Even if you've left the industry, your insights could influence future rules.
Policy & Studies
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
Closed
Burnaby, BC
Burnaby is improving cycling routes in the Southeast Area and Big Bend neighbourhood. The city wants to make biking safer and better connected. Phase 1 engagement is complete, and Phase 2 closed in October 2025. Results are being processed now.
Why This Matters: Bike to work in south Burnaby? This project could make your commute safer. New protected lanes and better connections are on the table. Even if you drive, fewer cars on the road means less traffic for everyone.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Planned
London, ON
London is rebuilding the Queen's Bridge over the Thames River in 2026. The 1973 bridge is in poor condition with cracking concrete. Beyond repairs, the city is widening it for future rapid transit and adding a safer multi-use path for cyclists and...
Why This Matters: Cross this bridge daily? Expect detours and delays during 2026 construction. The good news: a wider, safer path for walking and biking is coming. The bridge also feeds into future rapid transit plans that could change how you commute downtown.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Burnaby, BC
Burnaby is replacing its 40-year-old Cameron Community Centre and Library near Lougheed Mall. The new complex will include a pool, gym with two basketball courts, indoor running track, fitness studios, and dedicated spaces for youth and seniors...
Why This Matters: Live in northeast Burnaby? This will be your new community hub. The current rec centre can't keep up with the neighbourhood's growth. The new facility promises a pool, gym, library, and spaces for all ages—all in one place.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Closed
Waterloo Region, ON
The City of Waterloo is updating its plan for the underground pipes and pumping stations that carry wastewater from homes and businesses. This update looks at what the sewer system needs through 2051 as the city grows. It's part of a formal...
Why This Matters: Live in Waterloo? Your sewer system needs to keep up with growth. If it doesn't, you could see backups, construction disruptions, or higher utility costs. This plan decides where new pipes go and which old ones get upgraded.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Health Canada (Federal)
Health Canada is updating how it can attach conditions to drug approvals. Starting April 2027, the agency will have new powers to require drugmakers to meet specific terms after a medication hits the market. This consultation asks whether the draft...
Why This Matters: Ever wonder how a drug gets approved before all the long-term data is in? These rules govern that process. When Health Canada approves a medication with conditions, it can require the company to submit more safety data later. If you take prescription medications, these rules affect how quickly new...
Regulations & Permits
Health & Safety
Closed
Government of Manitoba (MB)
Manitoba is hiring its first independent Seniors' Advocate and wants your input. The advocate will be an independent officer of the legislature, tasked with identifying issues facing seniors and making recommendations to government on health care...
Why This Matters: Got aging parents? Worried about your own future care? This advocate will be the voice for seniors across Manitoba. They'll push for better health care, housing, and support services. If you've seen gaps in how seniors are treated, this is your chance to shape what gets fixed.
Policy & Studies
Health & Safety
Housing & Communities
Closed
Ministry of Energy and Mines (ON)
Ontario's electricity grid needs massive upgrades to handle growing demand from new housing and electric vehicles. Local power companies may need $103-120 billion by 2050, but many are hitting their borrowing limits. The government wants ideas on...
Why This Matters: Your electricity bill could change depending on how Ontario funds grid upgrades. If you're buying an EV or heat pump, reliable power matters more than ever. Homeowners in new developments need infrastructure that can handle modern energy demands. This review will shape whether rates stay affordable...
Policy & Studies
Economy & Jobs
Housing & Communities
Natural Resources
Closed
Ontario Energy Board (ON)
Alectra Utilities has applied to the Ontario Energy Board to set its electricity distribution rates for 2026. This is a routine annual rate adjustment under the Incentive Rate-setting Mechanism. The OEB has already issued a decision and rate order...
Why This Matters: If you get your electricity from Alectra, this decision affects your monthly bill. Alectra serves over a million customers across the Greater Toronto Area, Hamilton, and surrounding regions. The 2026 rates have now been approved.
Regulations & Permits
Finance & Consumer
Natural Resources
Closed
Quebec Environmental Public Hearings Office (QC)
Hydro-Québec wants to build a new electrical substation in Sainte-Julienne to handle growing energy demand. The Jean-Jacques-Archambault substation would cover 30 hectares and step down voltage from 735 kV to 120 kV. It's part of a plan to move...
Why This Matters: Live in Lanaudière? This substation would be built on private land near Sainte-Julienne. Hydro-Québec will need to buy properties and get permanent easements. Construction crews would be working in the area for three years. The project aims to improve grid reliability for the region.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Quebec Environmental Public Hearings Office (QC)
The Lac-Saint-Jean Residual Materials Board wants to add 16 new cells to the Hébertville-Station landfill, more than doubling its size. Why? The site now serves the entire Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region and will reach capacity by 2032. The $107...
Why This Matters: Live near Hébertville-Station? This landfill expansion could affect your daily life for the next 25 years. Truck traffic, odours, and groundwater quality are all on the table. The site already handles waste from the entire Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region—this would make it even bigger.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Culture (AB)
In 2017-2018, Alberta asked artists across the province what challenges they face and how government could help. Over 2,000 artists shared their views on fair pay, training opportunities, and recognition for their work.
Why This Matters: Are you an artist in Alberta? This shaped how the province now supports creative workers. The feedback led to the Month of the Artist and a new Artist in Residence program. If you've struggled to make a living from your art, others shared those same concerns.
Policy & Studies
Economy & Jobs
Education
Closed
Arts Services (AB)
Alberta asked artists and the public whether the province should pass a law recognizing artists as professionals. The proposed act would give artists formal recognition, protect their freedom of expression, and strengthen their economic and...
Why This Matters: Are you an artist in Alberta? This law affects how you're treated in contracts and negotiations. It also signals that the province values creative work as real work. Even if you're not an artist, this shapes the cultural sector in your community.
Legislation
Economy & Jobs
Closed
Ministry of Municipal Affairs (AB)
Alberta gathered feedback on how municipalities evaluate non-profit organizations applying for property tax exemptions. The goal was to make the process more consistent and ensure similar organizations get treated fairly. Based on that feedback, the...
Why This Matters: Do you volunteer with a local charity, sports club, or community group? These organizations often struggle with property taxes. Clearer rules could help more non-profits qualify for exemptions, keeping their doors open and services running.
Regulations & Permits
Finance & Consumer
Housing & Communities
Closed
Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Alberta developed a draft plan for the Upper Smoky area that sets rules for forestry, coal mining, and other activities in caribou habitat. The plan tries to balance economic activity with wildlife protection and Indigenous traditional uses...
Why This Matters: Live in northwestern Alberta? This plan affects what happens on the land around you. It sets rules for forestry, mining, and recreation in caribou country. If you hunt, fish, or work in resource industries, these decisions shape your future.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources