We are informing the public about the opportunity to provide input on proposals to support economic development by streamlining and modernizing certain approvals related to the use of natural resources.
A new Environmental Compliance Approval (sewage) has been issued for 2619819 Ontario Limited. The works includes quality and quantity controls for stormwater including infiltration trenches, oil and grit separator and dry pond, discharging to the Patterson Creek.
Permit to Take Water No. 1728-DLNP6Y has been issued to Markdale Golf & Curling Club Inc., for golf course irrigation purposes. Water will be taken from one pond, located in the community of Markdale in the Municipality of Grey Highlands, Ontario.
November 6, 2025 - December 21, 2025 (45 days) Open
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This proposal is for a new Environmental Compliance Approval (sewage works) for Aecon Kiewit Nuclear Partners to establish sewage works for the treatment and disposal of construction-related water for the operation of the tunnel boring machine (TBM).
November 6, 2025 - December 21, 2025 (45 days) Open
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This proposal is for an amendment to the Limited Operational Flexibility for an Environmental Compliance Approval (air & noise) No. 6325-9WGH7B for Central Wire Industries Ltd., a wire drawing facility located in the Town of Perth, Ontario.
November 6, 2025 - December 21, 2025 (45 days) Open
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This proposal is to amend the existing Environmental Compliance Approval (ECA) No. 7427-7NBQB8 for approval of the replacement of the existing leaching bed of the existing sewage works, operated at a maximum capacity of 1,100 litres per day to serve the existing 2-bedroom dwelling located in the Heritage Estates - Trailer Park.
November 6, 2025 - December 22, 2025 (46 days) Open
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We are proposing changes to forest-related rules and permitting processes to make them more efficient, reduce unnecessary steps and support economic growth — while continuing to manage Ontario’s forest responsibly and sustainably.
November 6, 2025 - December 22, 2025 (46 days) Open
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We are proposing to amend regulations under the Public Lands Act to allow equipment for mobile wind testing, geotechnical and hydrogeological investigations, environmental monitoring and short-term bridges on public lands provided conditions are followed, including location registration. Changes are also proposed to the definition of shore lands.
November 6, 2025 - December 22, 2025 (46 days) Open
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We are proposing to modernize the management of Ontario’s public lands and resources. The goal is to unlock economic development opportunities by streamlining statutory and regulatory processes, updating policies, improving service delivery, and enhancing transparency. This initiative focuses on enabling responsible development to protect Ontario.
November 6, 2025 - December 22, 2025 (46 days) Open
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We are proposing changes to the Renewable Energy on Crown Land Policy and to renewable energy project approval and permit requirements. This initiative focuses on enabling responsible development to protect Ontario.
October 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025 (30 days) Closed
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The Director of Exploration has made a decision on the exploration permit application PR-25-000186 to Agnico Eagle Mines Limited for early exploration activities.
The decision is to issue the mineral exploration permit.
October 20, 2025 - October 31, 2025 (30 days) Closed
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The Province of Ontario has passed Bill 56, the Building a More Competitive Economy Act, 2025, which amends the Clean Water Act, 2006 (to come into force on a day to be named by order of the Lieutenant Governor in Council).
September 12, 2025 - October 27, 2025 (45 days) Closed
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An amended Environmental Compliance Approval is granted to New Gold Inc. for the collection, transmission, treatment and disposal of stormwater, groundwater seepage and wastewater (process and domestic wastewater) from the site located at the District of Rainy River, Ontario.
August 26, 2022 - October 10, 2022 (45 days) Closed
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The Ministry did not receive a response to the information request dated May 22, 2025 for the above-noted application and may be eligible for self-registration under the Environmental Activity and Sector Registry (EASR). Therefore, this application is considered withdrawn and closed.
September 24, 2025 - October 24, 2025 (30 days) Closed
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The Director of Exploration has made a decision on the exploration permit application PR-25-000197 to UAMY COBALT CORPORATION for early exploration activities.
The decision is to issue the mineral exploration permit.
November 5, 2025 - December 20, 2025 (45 days) Open
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This proposal is to amend the Environmental Compliance Approval (air & noise) No. 8806-AWFRYX for Shell Canada OP Inc. and Shell Canada Limited as general partners for and on behalf of Shell Canada Products, a petroleum refinery located in the Township of St. Clair, Ontario.
