August 21, 2023 - September 20, 2023 (30 days) Closed
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On November 10, 2023, Ontario filed amendments to O. Reg. 679/21 (Community Net Metering Projects) and O. Reg. 389/10 (General) to remove administrative burden and clarify regulatory requirements to support innovation and customer choice. The amendments will come into effect on January 1, 2024.
November 16, 2023 - December 8, 2023 (30 days) Closed
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The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing is seeking feedback on proposed legislation, the Planning Statute Law Amendment Act, 2023, that would help ensure that official plan decisions support our goal of building at least 1.5 million homes in a manner that maintains and reinforces public trust.
We are posting finalized data survey and mapping technical guidance to support flood hazard identification and mapping by municipalities and conservation authorities in Ontario.
October 19, 2023 - December 3, 2023 (45 days) Closed
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A proposal to make amendments to the Ontario Heritage Act (OHA) and O.Reg. 385/21 (General) which would allow religious organizations and Indigenous communities or organizations to move forward with their proposed alterations where the requirements of the provision are met.
November 22, 2023 - January 6, 2024 (45 days) Open
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MECP is proposing changes to the Emissions Performance Standards (EPS) and greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting programs to clarify requirements, improve efficiency, address fundamental changes in some Ontario industries, and gradually move some industries from facility-specific standards to sector-based standards.
Ontario has made changes to the Building Code Act, 1992 to add more options for enforcement in areas without municipal organization (i.e., unincorporated areas) by allowing for the appointment of a building inspector for the enforcement of the Building Code. The inspector would need to have the qualifications of a registered building inspector.
November 20, 2023 - January 4, 2024 (45 days) Open
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We are initiating a renewal of the Ontario Invasive Species Strategic Plan (2012) to address the ongoing and increasing threat of invasive species in Ontario. To support the renewal and to guide future efforts, a review of progress has been completed to highlight milestones and significant achievements in invasive species prevention and management.
As part of the redevelopment of Ontario Place, the Ministry of Infrastructure has completed the Category C Public Work Class Environmental Assessment (EA) Project for the future public spaces and parkland (the public realm). The Environmental Study Report (ESR) has been finalized and outlines the preferred design for the public realm at the site.
January 27, 2022 - March 28, 2022 (60 days) Closed
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We are proposing regulations that would allow the use of administrative penalties (“penalties”) for environmental contraventions.
The proposed new framework, informed by recent stakeholder engagements, would provide a single consistent approach for applying penalties across the ministry’s compliance and enforcement activities.
November 3, 2023 - December 18, 2023 (45 days) Open
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The Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes is consulting on proposed changes for the 2025 National Construction Codes, some of which may affect the environment. Working towards increased code harmonization, we encourage people to provide feedback as we consider the proposals for potential inclusion in the Ontario’s 2026/27 Building Code.
November 2, 2023 - December 17, 2023 (45 days) Open
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Following the release of the Powering Ontario’s Growth plan, we are proposing changes to accelerate the growth of new clean electricity generation in the province by allowing qualifying commercial and industrial customers to offset their facility’s demand through power purchase agreements (PPAs) with renewable generation facilities.
October 19, 2023 - December 3, 2023 (45 days) Closed
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Ontario is proposing to create a new provincial park (recreational class) in the Township of Uxbridge under the Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act, 2006.
This proposed park would provide opportunities for visitors to enjoy the area’s natural beauty, while strengthening the long-term protection of biodiversity and important habitat.
We have finalized government response statements (GRS; species-specific policy) that outline the actions that we will lead and support to protect and recover six species at risk in Ontario: Fawnsfoot, Lilliput, Threehorn Wartyback, Shagreen, Toothed Globe and White-rimmed Shingle Lichen.
October 20, 2023 - December 19, 2023 (60 days) Open
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We are proposing updates to the Technical Guideline for the Cleaner Transportation Fuels regulation. The updates provide new direction for calculating the GHG intensity of bio-based content that is produced in facilities concurrently with other non-fuel products e.g., different grades of ethanol, such as beverage or medical-grade.
October 19, 2023 - December 3, 2023 (45 days) Closed
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The Ministry of Mines is seeking input on opportunities to improve the exploration plans and permits regime to ensure exploration activities occur in a timely manner, the Crown continues to meet its consultation obligations, and Ontario can meet the increased global demand for responsibly sourced mineral resources, including critical minerals.
October 19, 2023 - December 4, 2023 (46 days) Closed
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The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is proposing amendments to the Niagara Escarpment Planning and Development Act to improve service delivery, reduce redundancies and administrative burdens, and increase compliance tools, while respecting existing protections.