The Ontario Ministry of Transportation has applied to amend an existing permit under clause 17(2)(c) of the Endangered Species Act, 2007 to remove habitat for the Little Brown Myotis, Northern Myotis, Eastern Small-footed Myotis and Tri-coloured Bat (the Species) in order to proceed with highway 427 extension in Vaughan, Ontario.
October 19, 2023 - December 3, 2023 (45 days) Closed
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We have created Uxbridge Urban Provincial Park through an amendment to O. Reg. 316/07 under the Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act, 2006. This will strengthen the long-term protection of biodiversity and important habitats within the park while providing opportunities for visitors to enjoy the area’s natural beauty.
September 14, 2018 - October 29, 2018 (45 days) Closed
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The ministry approved a new Environmental Compliance Approval for Vince Moceri Holdings Inc. operating as Vince Moceri Holdings for the use and operation of waste transfer site located at 2071 Road 3 in Kingsville, Ontario.
February 17, 2021 - April 19, 2021 (61 days) Closed
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Feedback from phase 1 consultation on growing the Greenbelt including a Paris Galt Moraine study area and ideas for adding Urban River Valleys was considered. On March 24, 2022, Phase 2 consultation was launched on proposed amendments to the Greenbelt Plan and Greenbelt Area boundary regulation to add 13 new and expanded Urban River Valleys.
The Director of Exploration has made a decision on the exploration permit application PR-20-000112 to Ardiden Limited for early exploration activities near Pickle Lake.
October 31, 2005 - January 29, 2006 (90 days) Closed
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The Ministry did not adopt the Canadian Water Quality Guideline for Mercury or the Interim Canadian Water Quality Guideline for Methylmercury as Provincial Water Quality Objectives.
August 1, 2024 - September 15, 2024 (45 days) Closed
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The Ministry of Energy and Electrification has taken actions to facilitate the development of a critical electricity transmission project to support economic growth and electrification initiatives in northeastern Ontario while advancing a shared goal of reconciliation by providing economic and partnership opportunities for Indigenous communities.
The Ministry of Mines is ready to proceed with the rehabilitation of the former Long Lake Gold Mine. Project planning is being carried out in accordance with the Class Environmental Assessment for Activities of the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines under the Mining Act (Class Environmental Assessment).
Renfrew Power Generation Inc. has submitted a proposal in relation to an overall benefit permit under clause 17(2)(c) of the Endangered Species Act, 2007 with respect to Butternut trees for the purpose of constructing a buried penstock at their hydroelectric generating facility in Renfrew, Ontario.
December 6, 2019 - January 5, 2020 (30 days) Closed
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A new Permit to Take Water No. 4324-BLPSH3 was issued to Beverly Golf and Country Club Limited. Water will be taken for golf course irrigation purposes.
Instrument type:
Permit for activities to achieve an overall benefit to a species and/or to pay a species conservation charge (ESA s.17(2) (c))
ERO number
019-7002
Notice type
Instrument
Notice stage
Decision
Decision posted
Proposal posted
Comment period
June 26, 2023 - July 26, 2023 (30 days) Closed
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The Minister has issued an overall benefit permit under the Endangered Species Act, 2007, allowing the City of London to translocate Kentucky Coffee-trees to allow for the rebuild of the Springbank Reservoir.
The permit includes actions to benefit the species and minimize adverse effects, and outlines monitoring and reporting requirements.
The Director of Exploration has made a decision on the exploration permit application PR-20-000116 to Alexander Pleson for early exploration activities near Balmertown.
The decision is to : Issue the permit PR-20-000116.
December 20, 2019 - February 3, 2020 (45 days) Closed
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We amended Renewable Energy Approval No. 6428-8LGLBH for the Woolwich Bio-En Inc. Anaerobic Digestion Facility, located at 50 Martin’s Lane in the Township of Woolwich, Regional Municipality of Waterloo.
Instrument type:
Permit for activities to achieve an overall benefit to a species
ERO number
019-4163
Notice type
Instrument
Notice stage
Decision
Decision posted
Proposal posted
Comment period
October 26, 2021 - November 25, 2021 (30 days) Closed
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The Minister has issued an overall benefit permit under the Endangered Species Act, 2007 to Branthaven Queen West Inc. to adversely impact Redside Dace habitat so they can construct a residential development. The permit includes actions to minimize adverse effects, actions to benefit the species, and monitoring and reporting requirements.
Instrument type:
Permit for activities to achieve an overall benefit to a species
ERO number
013-4018
Notice type
Instrument
Notice stage
Decision
Decision posted
Proposal posted
Comment period
November 2, 2018 - December 17, 2018 (45 days) Closed
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We are notifying the public a permit has been issued for an activity that will impact Eastern Foxsnake (Carolinian population) and Blanding’s Turtle. The permit includes actions to minimize adverse effects, beneficial actions for the species as well as monitoring and reporting requirements.
August 1, 2025 - September 19, 2025 (49 days) Closed
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Ontario Parks is seeking input regarding proposed amendments to the Devil’s Glen Provincial Park Management Plan. The proposed changes reflect a future addition of adjacent acquired lands to the park, a classification change, zoning changes, and changes to the permitted recreational activities within Natural Environment zones.
August 20, 2025 - October 6, 2025 (47 days) Closed
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We are proposing changes to reduce regulatory and administrative burdens and enable increased economic opportunities for licensed trappers and fur dealers in Ontario.
ROK Pipelines Inc. has submitted a proposal in relation to an overall benefit permit under clause 17(2)(c) of the Endangered Species Act, 2007 with respect to Blanding’s Turtle in relation to building and operating a mobile bulk emulsion explosive plant in Nairn and Hyman Townships.
October 29, 2019 - December 13, 2019 (45 days) Closed
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An Environmental Compliance Approval (waste site) 19-NOR-97288 for Northern Disposal and Sanitation was issued on March 11, 2020 for a hauled sewage site in Emsdale, within the Township of Perry.
November 19, 2021 - January 4, 2022 (46 days) Closed
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We have made a decision to amend the Open Seasons and Hunting regulations under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, 1997 to streamline deer season types and duration across the province.
