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Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Federal)
DFO is developing a long-term strategy to prevent whales from getting tangled in fishing gear. The focus is on two solutions: ropes that break when whales pull on them, and systems that keep ropes off the seafloor until fishers need them. This...
Why This Matters: North Atlantic right whales are critically endangered, with fewer than 350 left. Fishing rope entanglements are a leading cause of death. If you eat lobster, crab, or other seafood from Atlantic Canada, this affects how your food is caught. Fish harvesters face real costs to switch gear, but also...
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Ministry of Natural Resources (ON)
Ontario is revising the guide that tells forestry companies how to protect wildlife, water, and biodiversity when logging Crown forests. The changes would update protections for species at risk, bird nests, wetlands, and waterways based on new...
Why This Matters: Love hiking, fishing, or camping in Ontario's forests? These rules shape what you'll find there in 20 years. The changes affect how much habitat gets protected for wildlife and whether streams stay healthy. If you care about the balance between logging jobs and forest conservation, this is your...
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Ministry of Natural Resources (ON)
Ontario wants to let companies set up wind testing equipment, environmental monitors, and temporary bridges on public lands without getting individual permits. Instead, they'd just register online. The goal? Speed up renewable energy projects and...
Why This Matters: Planning a cottage near Crown land? These changes affect what equipment companies can place nearby without a formal permit. If you care about how public lands are used for energy development, this is your chance to weigh in.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Waterloo Region, ON
Two pedestrian bridges in Mill Race Park have been closed since 2022. The city asked residents to choose between three options: remove both bridges ($50,000), rebuild both ($400,000), or rebuild only one ($200,000). Over 450 people responded, and...
Why This Matters: Use Mill Race Park for walks or bike rides? These bridges affect how you get around. The decision balances cost, accessibility, and preserving the park's heritage character.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
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Ministry of the Solicitor General (ON)
Ontario wants to ban unauthorized recording at coroner's inquests. Right now, anyone can film or record these public proceedings. Under the new rules, only journalists and participants could make audio recordings—and only if they're unobtrusive...
Why This Matters: Ever watched a coroner's inquest online or seen clips shared on social media? That could become illegal. The government says this protects grieving families and witnesses from harassment. But it also limits public access to proceedings that investigate deaths in police custody, workplace accidents...
Legislation
Health & Safety
Justice & Rights
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Edmonton, AB
Edmonton wants to know where you feel unsafe walking, biking, or driving in the Eaux Claires and Belle Rive neighbourhoods. The city is collecting feedback through interactive maps where you can mark problem spots like dangerous intersections...
Why This Matters: Walk your kids to school in these neighbourhoods? Drive through daily? This is your chance to flag that intersection where cars blow through stop signs, or that corner where you can't see oncoming traffic. The city will actually use your feedback to decide where to put safety improvements.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
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Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (ON)
Ontario wants to let farms install bigger septic systems so they can house more seasonal workers on-site. Right now, farms are limited to systems that serve about 40 workers. The proposal would raise that limit to serve up to 200 workers per farm...
Why This Matters: Ontario farms rely on 30,000 seasonal workers each year to grow and harvest fruits and vegetables. Many of these workers need housing on the farm itself. If you live near a farm, this could mean more septic systems in your area. If you get water from a private well, the new setback rules are...
Regulations & Permits
Agriculture & Food
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta gathered feedback on updating its Personal Property Security Act, which governs how loans secured by personal property (like cars or equipment) are registered and enforced. The law hasn't been updated since 1990, and other provinces have...
Why This Matters: Ever financed a car or used equipment as collateral for a business loan? This law affects how those debts are registered and what happens if you can't pay. Outdated rules create confusion for lenders and borrowers alike. Clearer rules could make borrowing smoother and reduce legal headaches.
Legislation
Finance & Consumer
Justice & Rights
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Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta gathered public feedback on draft flood reports and maps for Fort McMurray. The study helps governments and residents understand flood risks and protect properties. Two rounds of online surveys collected input in 2020 and 2023-2024. The...
Why This Matters: Live in Fort McMurray or the surrounding area? This flood study affects your property insurance, building permits, and emergency planning. The final maps determine which areas are considered high-risk for flooding.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
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Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas (AB)
Alberta and Saskatchewan are finalizing a legally binding agreement on how to share and manage water in the northeastern part of the Mackenzie River Basin. The agreement focuses on cooperation, information sharing, and protecting aquatic ecosystems...
Why This Matters: Live in northeastern Alberta or Saskatchewan? This agreement affects how water flows between the provinces. It could impact everything from drinking water to fishing to industrial use. Indigenous communities have a particular stake in how these shared waters are managed.
Policy & Studies
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction (AB)
Alberta asked liquor manufacturers whether the province's markup system is fair. The current system hasn't been reviewed since 2003, and some producers feel they're being treated unfairly compared to competitors. The government wanted to know if...
Why This Matters: If you enjoy Alberta-made beer, wine, or spirits, this could affect what's available and how much it costs. Small craft producers say the current system favours big players. Changes could help local distilleries and breweries compete—or raise prices if markups increase.
Policy & Studies
Economy & Jobs
Finance & Consumer
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Canada Infrastructure Bank (Federal)
The Cowichan Tribes' development corporation wants to build two 6-storey buildings with underground parking in Duncan, BC. The Canada Infrastructure Bank is deciding whether to help fund it. Before they do, they need to determine if the project...
Why This Matters: Live in or near Duncan? This project could bring new housing and mixed-use space to your community. It's also an Indigenous-led development, which could create local jobs and economic opportunities for Cowichan Tribes members.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern
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Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
Duncan's First Nation has asked the federal government to study how oil and gas development in northwestern Alberta's Montney Formation affects Indigenous communities. The Montney is one of Canada's largest natural gas plays. This regional...
Why This Matters: Live in northwestern Alberta? Hunt, fish, or gather in the region? This assessment could document how decades of oil and gas development have changed the land and water. For Indigenous communities, it's about protecting rights and traditional practices. For industry, it could shape future...
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
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Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Health Canada wants to approve a new beetle trap refill for backyard use. The product uses four plant-based attractants to lure and trap Japanese beetles. These invasive pests damage lawns, gardens, and fruit trees across Canada.
Why This Matters: Got Japanese beetles munching your roses or raspberry bushes? This trap could be on store shelves soon. The active ingredients are plant-derived compounds already found in some foods and fragrances. Gardeners looking for pest control options should weigh in.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Health & Safety
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Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Health Canada wants to set a maximum residue limit for ethiprole, a pesticide used on crops. This limit determines how much pesticide residue can legally remain on food sold in Canada. The agency is asking for public input before making a final...
Why This Matters: Eat fruits or vegetables? This affects what's allowed on your food. Pesticide residue limits determine how much chemical residue can legally remain on produce you buy at the grocery store. Parents, farmers, and anyone concerned about food safety should pay attention.
Regulations & Permits
Agriculture & Food
Health & Safety
Closed
Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Health Canada asked whether to set new limits on how much inpyrfluxam pesticide residue can remain on food. Inpyrfluxam is a fungicide used to protect crops. The comment period has now closed.
Why This Matters: Pesticide residues end up on the food you eat. These limits determine how much is legally allowed. If you're concerned about what's in your groceries, this decision affects you.
Regulations & Permits
Agriculture & Food
Health & Safety