February 21, 2020 - April 6, 2020 (45 days) Closed
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Approval has been granted for an Environmental Compliance Approval with Limited Operational Flexibility (Air) for all emissions from Rayonier A.M. Canada G.P, producing dimensional softwood lumber and the generation of electricity, located in the Township of Chapleau, Ontario.
Amendments have been made to regulations under the Invasive Species Act, 2015, to prevent the introduction and spread of 13 invasive species and through the overland movement of watercraft.
We have updated our compliance policy to provide greater transparency on how the ministry responds to environmental incidents, reduce burden on the regulated community and enhance the ministry’s ability to swiftly address incidents that pose a higher risk to the natural environment or human health.
December 18, 2018 - January 18, 2019 (31 days) Closed
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A new Environmental Compliance Approval is granted to St. David's Hydroponics Ltd. for existing greenhouse stormwater management works located at 4860 Martin Road, in the Town of Lincoln.
September 6, 2017 - October 6, 2017 (30 days) Closed
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We're providing incentives to eligible businesses that want to buy low-carbon commercial vehicles and technologies to reduce emissions. Our goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the movement of goods and non-passenger related services by encouraging a shift towards low-carbon fuels and emission reducing technologies.
October 23, 2025 - December 7, 2025 (45 days) Closed
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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
September 10, 2018 - October 10, 2018 (30 days) Closed
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The Director of Mine Rehabilitation has acknowledged receipt of the Closure Plan according to the provisions of the Mining Act. The Certified Closure Plan is now considered filed and the proponent must comply with the Closure Plan, as amended.
Permit to Take Water No. 5254-DP6R7C has been issued to Gold X2 Mining Inc. (previously known as Goldshore Resources Inc.) for industrial water taking purposes. Water will be taken from one river source (Wawiag River) and from one lake source (Snodgrass Lake) for a multi-drill exploration program, located in the City of Thunder Bay, Ontario.
Ray Cousineau has submitted an application on the claims listed below for an exploration permit as required under the Mining Act for early exploration activities listed below.
August 19, 2019 - September 18, 2019 (30 days) Closed
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First Quantum Minerals Ltd. has submitted a Winston Lake Mine Closure Plan Amendment for filing by the Ministry of Energy, Northern Development and Mines as required under the Mining Act. This Closure Plan Amendment proposes rehabilitation measures to be implemented upon the eventual closure of First Quantum Minerals Ltd., Winston Lake Mine.
Instrument type:
Changes to the site plan for a pit or quarry
ERO number
019-5584
Notice type
Instrument
Notice stage
ProposalUpdated
Proposal posted
Comment period
June 7, 2022 - July 7, 2022 (30 days) Closed
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The Warren Paving & Materials Group Limited, a subdivision of Lafarge Canada Inc. seeks to amend the site plan to deepen the final floor depth at Cannifton Quarry, in the Township of Thurlow.
This proposal is for a renewal of Permit to Take Water No. 1213-933SR9 for mining, dewatering and water supply purposes. Water will be taken from one lake, two ponds and two wells at the Kearney Mine, located in Kearney, Ontario.
We have approved amendments to the Rideau Valley Assessment Report and Mississippi-Rideau Source Protection Plan. The amendments update the protection areas around the Kemptville and Merrickville drinking water systems in the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville and improve policy implementation throughout the region.
Instrument type:
Permit for activities to achieve an overall benefit to a species
ERO number
019-5148
Notice type
Instrument
Notice stage
Decision
Decision posted
Proposal posted
Comment period
April 20, 2022 - May 20, 2022 (30 days) Closed
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The Minister has issued an overall benefit permit to Vale Canada Limited for the removal of Kirkwood Dam that may impact Blanding’s Turtle, which is a species at risk. The permit includes actions to benefit the species and minimize adverse effects, and outlines monitoring and reporting requirements.
