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Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (ON)
Ontario wants to stop municipalities from charging stormwater fees to farms and managed forests that aren't connected to municipal storm sewers. Why? The province says these lands naturally absorb rainwater, so they shouldn't pay fees designed for...
Why This Matters: Own a farm or managed forest in Ontario? You might stop paying stormwater fees—if your land isn't piped into the municipal sewer system. For municipalities, this could mean redesigning fee structures and potentially losing revenue from rural properties.
Regulations & Permits
Agriculture & Food
Finance & Consumer
Housing & Communities
Open for Input
Ontario Energy Board (ON)
The Ontario Energy Board is reviewing Enbridge Gas's five-year plan for securing natural gas supplies. This annual update covers how the utility will meet demand, manage costs, and ensure reliable service for Ontario customers through 2030.
Why This Matters: Heat your home with natural gas? This plan affects what you'll pay. Enbridge serves millions of Ontario households, and the OEB's decision will shape gas rates and supply reliability for years to come.
Regulations & Permits
Finance & Consumer
Natural Resources
Open for Input
Ontario Energy Board (ON)
Hydro Ottawa is asking the Ontario Energy Board to approve new electricity distribution rates for 2026 through 2030. This is a "custom incentive regulation" application, meaning the utility wants to set rates based on a multi-year plan rather than...
Why This Matters: Pay an electricity bill in Ottawa? This decision directly affects what you'll pay for the next five years. Hydro Ottawa serves over 360,000 homes and businesses. The rates approved here show up on the "delivery" portion of your bill—the part you pay regardless of how much electricity you use.
Regulations & Permits
Finance & Consumer
Natural Resources
Closed
Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta is updating its Emergency 911 Grants Regulation to prepare for Next Generation 911 (NG911), which will let people text 911 instead of just calling. The province consulted with 911 call centres about expanding the definition of a 911 call and...
Why This Matters: Have an emergency but can't speak? By 2027, you'll be able to text 911 in Canada. This consultation shapes how Alberta funds the call centres that will handle those texts. If you pay a cellphone bill in Alberta, you're already contributing to this through a provincial levy.
Regulations & Permits
Health & Safety
Technology & Digital
Closed
National Capital Commission (Federal)
The National Capital Commission wants to know if a popular riverside patio on Bate Island should stay up through winter. Right now, the 500-square-metre wooden deck sits in a flood zone along the Ottawa River. Leaving it year-round could cause...
Why This Matters: Ever grabbed a drink at the Tavern on the Island? This decision affects whether that patio stays open year-round. If you live near the Ottawa River, loose decking during floods could damage shorelines or other structures. It's also about balancing public enjoyment of the riverfront with protecting...
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Closed
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (Federal)
A telecom company called Iristel is asking the federal government to overturn a CRTC decision about how Bell Canada and Northwestel handle service disconnection notices. The Governor in Council can change, cancel, or send back CRTC decisions for...
Why This Matters: Ever had your phone or internet cut off unexpectedly? This case is about the rules telecom companies follow before disconnecting customers. The outcome could affect how much notice you get before losing service.
Regulations & Permits
Justice & Rights
Technology & Digital
Closed
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
A company wants to build a natural gas power plant in Alberta's Industrial Heartland, about 10 km east of Gibbons. The federal government is assessing potential environmental impacts. Right now, they're offering funding to help Indigenous...
Why This Matters: Live near Gibbons or in Alberta's Industrial Heartland? This power plant could affect local air quality and land use. Indigenous communities with traditional ties to the area have a direct stake. Even if you're not nearby, this decision shapes how Canada balances energy needs with environmental...
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
Closed
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
A company wants to build a large open-pit copper mine about 150 km northeast of Kamloops, BC. The federal government is assessing the environmental impacts. Right now, they're offering funding to help Indigenous communities and local residents...
Why This Matters: Live in the BC Interior? This mine could bring jobs but also affect local water and land. Indigenous communities in the area have a direct stake in how this project moves forward. Even if you're not nearby, copper mining decisions shape Canada's approach to resource development.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
Closed
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
A company wants to build a condensate distillation facility (essentially a refinery) in Alberta's Industrial Heartland, about 22 km northeast of Edmonton. The federal government is assessing potential environmental impacts. Right now, they're...
Why This Matters: Live near Edmonton's Industrial Heartland? This refinery could affect local air quality and traffic. Indigenous communities in the area have a direct stake in how this project moves forward. Even if you're not nearby, this sets precedent for how major industrial projects get reviewed in Alberta.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
Closed
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
A new electricity generation facility is proposed near Sackville, New Brunswick. The federal government is offering funding to help Indigenous peoples and the public participate in the environmental assessment. You can get reimbursed for costs like...
Why This Matters: Live near Centre Village or Sackville? This project could change your local landscape and energy infrastructure. The funding program means you don't have to pay out of pocket to have your say—whether that's attending meetings or hiring someone to review technical documents on your behalf.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
Want to have a say on a new port terminal proposed for Sorel-Tracy, Quebec? The federal government is offering funding to help Indigenous peoples and the public participate in the environmental assessment. The money covers costs like reviewing...
Why This Matters: Live near Sorel-Tracy's industrial-port zone? This terminal could change traffic, noise, and waterfront activity in your area. Indigenous communities with rights in the region have a direct stake in how this project moves forward. The funding removes a barrier—you can get paid to review documents...
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Transportation
Closed
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
The federal government is offering money to help people participate in reviewing a proposed flood control system for Sussex, New Brunswick. Indigenous peoples and local residents can apply for funding to cover costs of reviewing documents and...
Why This Matters: Live in or near Sussex? This flood control project could change how your community handles spring floods. The government wants to hear from locals before deciding whether to approve it. Funding is available so cost isn't a barrier to having your say.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Health Canada (Federal)
Health Canada asked whether certain skin products containing human cell components should be classified as cosmetics or drugs. These products use exosomes, extracellular vesicles, and cell-conditioned media—essentially tiny particles and fluids...
Why This Matters: Ever seen a fancy serum claiming to use "stem cell technology" or "cellular regeneration"? This is about those products. If they're classified as drugs, they'll need to prove they're safe before hitting store shelves. If they stay as cosmetics, the rules are looser.
Regulations & Permits
Health & Safety
Closed
Department of Finance Canada (Federal)
The federal government wants to remove GST from new student housing built by universities and colleges. Right now, student residences don't qualify for the rental housing GST exemption because students typically stay short-term. This change would...
Why This Matters: Student or have kids heading to college? Campus housing is scarce and expensive. When students can't find dorms, they compete with locals for apartments, driving up rents for everyone. More student housing means less pressure on the rental market in university towns.
Regulations & Permits
Education
Finance & Consumer
Housing & Communities
Closed
Canada Energy Regulator (Federal)
The Canada Energy Regulator is updating the rules that govern how public hearings work for pipelines, power lines, and other energy projects. These rules haven't been fully updated since 1995. The review aims to make processes faster and more...
Why This Matters: Ever wondered how decisions get made about pipelines or power lines near your community? These rules determine who gets to speak at hearings and how complaints are handled. If you've felt shut out of energy project decisions, this affects how accessible those processes will be.
Regulations & Permits
Justice & Rights
Natural Resources
Closed
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
A company wants to build a massive natural gas power plant northeast of Peace River, Alberta. The 650-megawatt facility would power a new data center and run for 30 years. The federal government is assessing environmental impacts and wants your...
Why This Matters: Live near Peace River? This project could bring jobs and economic activity to the region. But burning natural gas for 30 years means significant greenhouse gas emissions. If you care about Alberta's energy future or local air quality, this decision matters.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Technology & Digital