Comment
I am submitting the following comments regarding the proposed Environmental Compliance Approval (ECA) for the Searchmont Ski Resort Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) and its proposed discharge to the Goulais River.
My comments are based on the information provided in the Design Brief (including the Assimilative Capacity Study), publicly available ERO postings, and provincial policies and guidelines. All references below are taken directly from the documents provided to the public
Community Engagement Was Insufficient
The public was not provided:
The updated EIS The SAR study A public meeting or consultation session with design brief Clear explanations of risks or alternatives and mitigation strategies
Meaningful consultation is a core principle of the Environmental Bill of Rights.
Without access to key documents, the public cannot provide informed comment.
Submitted January 11, 2026 9:26 PM
Comment on
Searchmont Ski Resort, Inc. - Environmental Compliance Approval (sewage)
ERO number
025-1121
Comment ID
181520
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Comment status