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Environment and Climate Change Canada (Federal)
The government wants to ban certain industrial chemicals found in metalworking fluids, plastics, paints, and flame retardants. Short-chain chlorinated alkanes are already prohibited. Now medium-chain and long-chain versions are on the chopping block...
Why This Matters: These chemicals show up in everyday products—from the rubber in your car to the paint on your walls. They persist in the environment and can build up in wildlife. If you work in manufacturing or use industrial products, this could change what's available to you.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Health & Safety
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Canadian Food Inspection Agency (Federal)
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency asked whether to approve a new feed ingredient made from marigold and paprika extracts. It would be used to colour chicken skin, meat, and egg yolks. The agency's evaluation found it safe for animals, workers, and...
Why This Matters: Ever wonder why some egg yolks are more orange than others? Feed additives like this one affect the colour of chicken products you buy. If you eat chicken or eggs, this decision touches your plate—even if you never think about it.
Regulations & Permits
Agriculture & Food
Health & Safety
Closed
Canadian Food Inspection Agency (Federal)
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency asked for feedback on a new plan to contain potato wart, a fungal disease that damages potato crops. The plan proposes updated measures for detecting, controlling, and preventing the spread of this disease. It...
Why This Matters: If you grow, pack, or process potatoes in Canada, these rules directly affect your operations. Potato wart can devastate crops and trigger trade restrictions. The disease has caused major disruptions for PEI potato farmers in recent years. Even if you just eat potatoes, disease outbreaks can affect...
Regulations & Permits
Agriculture & Food
Closed
Directorate of Security and Safeguards (Federal)
The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission has published guidance for companies that import or export nuclear materials, equipment, and information. This includes rules for controlled nuclear substances and high-risk radioactive sources. The document...
Why This Matters: This mostly affects nuclear industry companies, not everyday Canadians. But these rules help prevent nuclear materials from ending up in the wrong hands. If you work in the nuclear sector or handle radioactive sources, this directly affects your licensing requirements.
Regulations & Permits
Health & Safety
Natural Resources
Planned
Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (Federal)
The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission is updating its rules for how nuclear companies must engage with Indigenous communities. When a nuclear project might affect Indigenous or treaty rights, companies may be asked to help with the Crown's duty to...
Why This Matters: Live near a nuclear facility or proposed project? Indigenous communities have constitutionally protected rights that must be considered. These rules shape how—and how well—companies engage with affected communities before projects move forward.
Regulations & Permits
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
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Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
The federal government is offering funding to help Indigenous Peoples and the public participate in the environmental assessment of a proposed port expansion in Bécancour, Quebec. The B6 Wharf project is in its planning phase. Right now, there's a...
Why This Matters: Live near Bécancour or the St. Lawrence River? Port expansions can affect local traffic, noise levels, and water quality. Indigenous communities with traditional ties to the area have a direct stake in how this project moves forward. The funding helps cover costs so more voices can be heard.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Miller Paving wants a permit to operate a mobile rock-crushing plant anywhere in Ontario. The equipment would run up to 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from February to December. It releases dust, silica particles, and diesel exhaust into the air.
Why This Matters: This is a mobile facility that could operate near your community. The equipment releases silica dust and diesel exhaust—both linked to respiratory problems. If you live near construction sites or quarries in Ontario, this permit could affect your air quality.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Saskatoon, SK
Macro Properties wants to turn a vacant downtown lot into a temporary surface parking lot at 147 3rd Avenue South. The site is zoned for downtown commercial use, but parking lots need special approval. If granted, this would be a stepping stone...
Why This Matters: Live or work downtown? This could add more parking spots nearby. But it also means a vacant lot stays a parking lot instead of becoming housing or shops. Downtown residents may have views on whether more surface parking helps or hurts the neighbourhood.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
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Ontario Energy Board (ON)
Five Nations Energy Inc. asked the Ontario Energy Board to approve new electricity transmission rates for 2026-2030. This Indigenous-owned utility serves remote First Nations communities in northern Ontario. The OEB has now approved a settlement...
Why This Matters: Live in a remote First Nations community in northern Ontario? Your electricity rates are set through this process. Five Nations Energy is the transmission link bringing power to communities that would otherwise be off-grid. The rates approved here affect what residents and businesses pay.
Regulations & Permits
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
Closed
Ontario Energy Board (ON)
InnPower Corporation, which serves the Innisfil area, is asking the Ontario Energy Board to approve its electricity rates for 2026. This is a routine annual rate adjustment under the Incentive Rate-setting Mechanism (IRM). A decision and rate order...
Why This Matters: If you get your electricity from InnPower in the Innisfil area, this decision affects your monthly bill. Rate changes typically take effect in January. The OEB reviews these applications to ensure rates are fair and reasonable.
Regulations & Permits
Finance & Consumer
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Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Alberta gathered input on proposed changes to sportfishing rules, including the Special Harvest Licence system and fishing regulations for specific lakes. The feedback shaped the 2021 Alberta Sportfishing Regulations, which took effect April 1, 2021.
Why This Matters: Love fishing in Alberta? These rules determine where you can fish, what you can keep, and how many. Changes to walleye and pike harvest rules on lakes like Wabamun and Wabasca directly affect your next fishing trip.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Infrastructure (AB)
Alberta asked residents to help choose a new design for the wading pool area at the Legislature grounds in Edmonton. Nearly 4,000 people voted on three concepts. The "River" design won with 66% of votes, chosen for its natural materials, green...
Why This Matters: Visit the Legislature grounds with your family? This affects what you'll find there. The new wading pool area will have more trees for shade, natural materials, and accessible water features. Construction wrapped up in 2024.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Closed
Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta gathered feedback on draft flood maps and reports for the Red Deer River. The study helps governments and residents understand flood risks and protect properties. Two rounds of public input shaped the final flood hazard maps.
Why This Matters: Live near the Red Deer River? These flood maps determine where you can build and what insurance you'll need. They also guide emergency planning for your community.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta gathered feedback on regulatory details for the Bistcho Lake Sub-regional Plan, which guides land use and resource development in this northern Alberta area. The plan balances resource development with wildlife protection, particularly for...
Why This Matters: Live or work in northwestern Alberta? This plan affects what activities can happen on the land. It's especially important for caribou conservation—the Bistcho Lake area is critical habitat. Resource companies, trappers, and outdoor enthusiasts all have a stake in how this land gets managed.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Waste Management of Canada wants to park trucks and trailers carrying untreated biomedical waste at their Brampton transfer station. Right now, they can't store this type of waste there. The company is asking to hold up to 30 trucks for 24 hours and...
Why This Matters: Live or work near Wentworth Court in Brampton? This facility could soon store trucks full of medical waste from hospitals and clinics. The waste would sit there before being shipped elsewhere for treatment. If you have concerns about odours, safety, or truck traffic in the area, now's the time to...
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Health & Safety
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
New Gold Inc. wants to consolidate all its air emission permits for an open pit and underground gold mine near Stratton, Ontario. The mine releases ammonia, cyanide, lead, nickel, uranium, and other pollutants. This single permit would cover...
Why This Matters: Live near Chapple or Stratton? This mine releases heavy metals and toxic compounds into the air you breathe. If you rely on well water or grow food nearby, these emissions could affect you. The permit would allow ongoing operations with limited flexibility for changes.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources