Appeal of Titan Transfer Inc. - Environmental Compliance Approval (waste)
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This notice is given by the applicant in accordance with section 47 of the Environmental Bill of Rights, 1993.
The notice was prepared by the applicant and represents its position. It does not represent or reflect the views of the Government of Ontario, nor does the Government of Ontario make any representations about the accuracy of the content of this notice
The applicant is requesting leave to appeal the Environmental Compliance Approval (ECA No. 7744-CZRPHK) granted to Titan Transfer Inc., for their proposed facility at 2258 River Road, London, Ontario. This appeal is submitted under Section 139 of the Environmental Protection Act, motivated by serious concerns regarding the environmental implications of this facility's operation.
The applicant resides directly across from the proposed site, where the majority of the neighbourhood relies on groundwater extracted through drilled wells for our drinking water. The site’s location—on a slope leading directly to the Thames River—poses a significant risk of contaminant runoff that could affect these critical groundwater sources. Moreover, any contaminants entering the Thames River are of concern for obvious reasons. Historical incidents, such as the prolonged environmental damage caused by PCBs from Pottersburg Creek, underscore the lasting harm that pollutants can inflict on local ecosystems. The approval process seems to have insufficiently addressed these potential impacts.
The facility's operations involve handling non-hazardous waste, yet its proximity to residential areas and water bodies—including the downhill path leading directly to a culvert under River Road—greatly increases the risk of environmental contamination. This geographical and hydrological context exacerbates the potential for widespread environmental impacts from any operational failures or containment breaches.
Furthermore, the approval process appears to have lacked adequate public consultation, contradicting the principles of environmental justice and public participation. Such engagement is crucial, especially given the environmental sensitivity of the area and the community’s dependence on local groundwater sources.
Given these points, the applicant respectfully urge a comprehensive review and revocation of the Environmental Compliance Approval. A detailed environmental assessment should be conducted, with particular focus on mitigating potential risks to groundwater and the Thames River. Enhanced community consultation is also essential to ensure that local concerns are fully considered and addressed.
Additional details can be found on the Ontario Lands Tribunal website.
The case number is OLT-24-000447.
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