Instrument type:
Approval of a site-specific air standard
ERO number
019-3241
Notice type
Instrument
Notice stage
Decision
Decision posted
Proposal posted
Comment period
April 29, 2021 - June 13, 2021 (45 days) Closed
Last updated
This decision extends (by notice under s. 36 of O. Reg. 419/05) the expiry date of a site-specific standard approval for benzo[a]pyrene for ArcelorMittal Dofasco's integrated iron and steel facility in Hamilton until June 30, 2023.
February 9, 2022 - March 29, 2022 (48 days) Closed
Last updated
The government is seeking input on creating an optional enhanced time-of-use electricity rate to encourage consumers to shift electricity use to low-demand periods, modelled after the OEB pricing pilot which included an ultra-low overnight price.
We are also seeking input on ways to address barriers to further enable electric vehicle adoption.
On November 24, 2017, we amended the energy efficiency regulation with new and enhanced efficiency standards for 12 products. The amendment aligns Ontario’s energy efficiency standards with leading North American jurisdictions, helps reduce the environmental impact of energy use and encourages energy conservation.
Instrument type:
Approval of a site-specific air standard
ERO number
019-3242
Notice type
Instrument
Notice stage
Decision
Decision posted
Proposal posted
Comment period
April 29, 2021 - June 13, 2021 (45 days) Closed
Last updated
This decision extends (by notice under s. 36 of O. Reg. 419/05) the expiry date of a site-specific standard approval for benzo[a]pyrene for Stelco’s Hamilton Works integrated iron and steel facility in Hamilton until June 30, 2023.
October 25, 2022 - December 9, 2022 (45 days) Closed
Last updated
The province is proposing new legislation that, if passed, would require the expansion of crucial wastewater treatment services for York Region and the construction of a phosphorus reduction facility to remove phosphorus from drainage water that flows into Lake Simcoe. The ministry is seeking comments on the proposed legislation.
We are consulting with municipalities, stakeholders and the public on how the Municipal Energy Plan grant program can better support communities in advancing energy infrastructure, strengthening integrated energy planning, improving energy system resilience and reliability, and supporting economic growth.
The Minister has issued the Provincial Planning Statement, taking effect on October 20, 2024, to provide a streamlined province-wide land use planning policy framework that enables more housing to be built faster in a way that protects the environment, public health and safety and manages natural resources.
The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) sought input in 2023 on proposed policies for an integrated province-wide land use planning document. On April 10, 2024, MMAH released an updated proposed Provincial Planning Statement for public input. (ERO# 019-8462)
Ontario’s Forest Biomass Action Plan has been revised and approved following review of comments and feedback received through the Environmental Registry of Ontario, outreach to forest sector stakeholders, and consultation and engagement with Indigenous communities and organizations.
We have approved the amendment to Environmental Compliance Approval No. 2369-AAYNTD with Limited Operational Flexibility (Air) for Colacem Canada Inc., a new cement plant located in the Township of Champlain, United Counties of Prescott and Russell. This approval is issued in conjunction with ECA (Sewage Works) #9996-B6YQK.
October 23, 2025 - December 7, 2025 (45 days) Closed
Last updated
We are proposing to streamline permissions for certain sewage works servicing on-farm worker housing located on agricultural land. This will require proponents to register certain sewage works on agricultural land on the Environmental Activity Sector Registry, while maintaining environmental protections.
October 23, 2025 - December 7, 2025 (45 days) Closed
Last updated
This policy proposal outlines possible criteria for additional sewage systems to be Building Code regulated. Changes to the Ontario Water Resources Act are proposed by the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ERO 025-0900) to allow multiple Building Code sewage systems for on-farm worker housing up to a cumulative limit of 50000 L/d
