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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Woodward Canada makes aircraft control boards at their Peterborough factory. They need to renew their air emissions permit, which covers soldering, coating, and curing processes. The permit allows some flexibility in how they operate, but sets...
Why This Matters: Live near Fisher Drive in Peterborough? This factory releases chemicals into the air, including a solvent called bis(2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethyl) ether. The permit renewal sets limits on what they can emit. If you have concerns about local air quality, now's the time to speak up.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
Tri-Phase Group wants approval to operate portable screening and grinding equipment across Ontario. The diesel-powered units would screen topsoil and grind wood waste, potentially running 24/7 year-round. The equipment releases particulate matter...
Why This Matters: This mobile equipment could operate anywhere in Ontario. If it sets up near your neighbourhood, you might notice dust or diesel exhaust. The 24/7 operation means noise could be an issue too.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A fire sprinkler component manufacturer wants an air and noise permit for its Mississauga facility. The plant uses plasma cutting, grinding, and welding to make custom sprinkler parts. These processes release metals like chromium, manganese, and...
Why This Matters: Live or work near Gana Court in Mississauga? This permit would allow metal particles to be released into your air. Chromium and nickel compounds can pose health risks with long-term exposure.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A natural gas power plant near Courtright, Ontario wants to renew its air emissions permit and add new equipment. The facility releases nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, and other pollutants from its turbines and generators. They're also adding an...
Why This Matters: Live near Courtright or St. Clair Township? This power plant's emissions could affect your local air quality. The facility releases nitrogen oxides and particulate matter—pollutants linked to respiratory issues. If you're concerned about industrial emissions in your community, this is your chance...
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A company wants to build stormwater management facilities for a new industrial development on Highway 28 in Bancroft, Ontario. The system would collect rainwater runoff through sewers, ditches, and a dry pond before releasing it into a local...
Why This Matters: Live near Highway 28 in Bancroft? This industrial development could change your neighbourhood. The stormwater system will discharge into a local waterway, which could affect water quality downstream.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ON)
A private school in Innisfil needs approval for a new sewage disposal system. The system would handle about 151,000 litres of wastewater daily through septic tanks and a leaching bed. This is a routine environmental permit for a specific property.
Why This Matters: Live near 4th Line in Innisfil? This sewage system could affect local groundwater. If you rely on a private well nearby, you might want to weigh in. The leaching bed will release treated wastewater into the ground.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
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Canadian Wildlife Service (Federal)
Environment Canada is reviewing whether to keep an emergency order that protects Western Chorus Frog habitat in three Quebec municipalities south of Montreal. The review was triggered by zoning changes made by Saint-Philippe. This small frog is at...
Why This Matters: Live in La Prairie, Candiac, or Saint-Philippe? This order affects what can be built in your area. Developers and landowners face restrictions. Residents who value local wetlands and wildlife have a stake too.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
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Canada Revenue Agency (Federal)
The Canada Revenue Agency wants to make it easier for businesses to claim tax credits for research and development. Right now, companies often wait until after they've spent money to find out if their projects qualify. The CRA is testing a new...
Why This Matters: Work for a company that does research or builds new products? This affects how your employer gets money back from the government. Simpler claims could mean more investment in Canadian innovation—and more R&D jobs staying here.
Policy & Studies
Economy & Jobs
Finance & Consumer
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Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (AB)
In 2016, Alberta asked for feedback on proposed changes to the Forest and Prairie Protection Act. The government wanted to know if industries, municipalities, and Indigenous communities supported updates to fire prevention regulations. An online...
Why This Matters: Live in rural Alberta? Work in forestry, oil and gas, or utilities? These rules affect how fires are prevented and managed on your land. Indigenous communities and municipalities also had a stake in how fire protection responsibilities are shared.
Legislation
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Alberta developed an updated recovery plan for the ferruginous hawk, a species at risk. The plan focuses on protecting nest sites, maintaining grasslands, and reducing human-caused deaths. A public survey gathered feedback in early 2019, and the...
Why This Matters: Live in southern Alberta's grasslands? This hawk is part of your local ecosystem. Ranchers and farmers play a key role in the recovery—the plan asks them to maintain pastures and avoid disturbing nests. If you care about prairie wildlife, this affects your backyard.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Alberta expanded its decontamination rules to cover industrial and construction operations working in or near water. The goal? Stop whirling disease and other aquatic invasive species from spreading between watersheds. Companies would need to follow...
Why This Matters: If you fish Alberta's rivers, this matters. Whirling disease kills trout and has already spread to multiple watersheds. These rules aim to stop construction equipment from carrying the parasite to new waters. Anglers and outdoor enthusiasts have a stake in keeping Alberta's fisheries healthy.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
This consultation gathered input on how to balance water use in the Wapiti River basin. Communities worried that winter water withdrawals were hurting fish and aquatic life. The final plan now guides water licensing decisions in the region.
Why This Matters: If you live in the Grande Prairie area or rely on the Wapiti River, this plan affects your water supply. Farmers, industries, and municipalities all draw from this river. The plan sets limits to protect fish during low-flow winter months.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Transportation and Economic Corridors (AB)
Alberta asked residents whether they'd support a toll to fund a new $200 million bridge over the Peace River near La Crete. The bridge would replace an aging ferry and winter ice road that are closed 30% of the year. This consultation ran in...
Why This Matters: Live in northern Alberta? This bridge could cut hours off your travel time. Right now, the ferry crossing means waits of up to 3 hours during busy periods. A year-round bridge would keep goods moving and make the region more attractive for jobs and investment.
Policy & Studies
Finance & Consumer
Transportation
Closed
Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Alberta asked for public input on how to protect the western grebe, a threatened waterbird. The consultation ran from December 2018 to January 2019 and received 24 responses. The recovery plan focuses on protecting shoreline habitat on Alberta's...
Why This Matters: Western grebes are an indicator of lake health. If you live near or use Alberta's central and north-central lakes, protecting these birds means protecting the ecosystem you enjoy. Healthy shorelines benefit fishing, recreation, and water quality.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Alberta asked for public input on how to save two endangered pine species. Whitebark and limber pines are dying from a fungal disease called white pine blister rust and from mountain pine beetle infestations. The province developed a combined...
Why This Matters: These pines grow in Alberta's harshest mountain landscapes where few other trees survive. They provide food for grizzly bears and Clark's nutcrackers. If you hike or camp in Alberta's Rockies, you've likely seen them clinging to windswept ridges.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Ministry of Forestry and Parks (AB)
Alberta asked anglers about proposed changes to lake trout fishing rules in Cold Lake. The Lake Trout Working Group suggested new regulations including a possible bait ban. This consultation ran from January 19 to February 9, 2024 and is now closed.
Why This Matters: Fish Cold Lake? These rules affect what you can keep. The new slot size means you can only harvest lake trout between 65 and 70 cm. If you use live bait, a ban could change how you fish.
Regulations & Permits
Natural Resources