July 26, 2023 - September 11, 2023 (47 days) Closed
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We are proposing regulatory amendments to enable the transport of preserved baitfish and leeches into and out of Bait Management Zones (BMZ) and to allow the temporary transport of bait out of and into a BMZ so that they can be used in the BMZ they were acquired in. These changes are intended to increase flexibility for anglers and bait operator.
September 28, 2022 - November 12, 2022 (45 days) Closed
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We have made updates to the Registration Guidance Manual for Generators of Liquid Industrial and Hazardous Waste (guidance manual), to support the regulated community in complying with hazardous waste management rules and requirements. The updates align with regulatory changes that take effect January 1, 2023.
September 29, 2021 - November 13, 2021 (45 days) Closed
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The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) is soliciting public comment on proposed amendments to the Ontario Regulation 306/15: Pilot Project - Automated Vehicles and related amendments to Revised Regulations of Ontario 1990, Regulation 628: Vehicle Permits.
The Ministry of Energy (ENERGY) is considering potential amendments to Ontario Regulation 53/05 (Payments under Section 78.1 of the Act) and/or creating regulations under the OEBA, to allow two proposed Pumped Storage (PS) projects to be rate regulated by the OEB.
The Ministry of Energy has released Powering Ontario’s Growth: Ontario’s Plan for a Clean Energy Future, as the government’s official response to the Independent Electricity System Operator’s Pathways to Decarbonization report and registry consultation. The report outlines Ontario’s plan to meet the province's growing demand for electricity.
We have made minor amendments to the blue box regulation (O. Reg. 391/21) to provide clarity to producers on their blue box obligations and support a smooth transition to a full producer responsibility framework
Regulatory changes now enable the Smart Metering Entity (SME) to collect, process and manage bi-directional smart metering data, and provides the SME with exclusive authority as of January 1, 2025. These changes support a centralized billing solution for distributors to bill net-metered customers according to their choice of pricing plan.
We are proposing a technical standard for the carbon black sector that would include requirements to reduce sulphur dioxide air emissions from facilities that register to the technical standard. The proposed technical standard would help align the industry with similar environmental practices in other jurisdictions, such as the United States.
February 24, 2023 - April 11, 2023 (46 days) Closed
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Ontario Regulation 161/17 was amended to clarify that floating accommodations cannot be placed or used for outdoor accommodation or camping purposes on public land covered by water. Ontario Regulation 326/94 was also amended to make the same clarification for non-residents camping on public land in northern Ontario.
January 26, 2022 - March 12, 2022 (45 days) Closed
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We have created Monarch Point Conservation Reserve in Prince Edward County to provide greater protection to the area. The conservation reserve was created through regulation under the Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act, 2006.
Ontario has made changes to the Planning Act, City of Toronto Act, 2006 and Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Act to support increasing housing supply and streamlining planning processes.
We are developing a plan to protect Wasaga Beach Provincial Park’s outstanding natural, cultural, and recreational values. The plan will guide use, development, management and operation of the park for a 20-year period.
We are proposing to amend Ontario Regulation 167/95 to revise three regulated manuals under the Crown Forest Sustainability Act. The proposed revisions align with the Sustainable Growth: Ontario’s Forest Sector Strategy and modernize the forest management planning process while continuing to provide for the sustainability of Ontario’s forests.
December 21, 2022 - February 17, 2023 (58 days) Closed
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The Ministry is proceeding with enhancements and operational changes to Ontario’s Qualification Program by allowing the use of the Ministry’s digital Building Code during qualification exams, and allowing candidates more time per question. No decisions have been made at this time about the potential design-based changes proposed for the program.
