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Environmental Compliance Tips and Insights

Environmental Compliance Tips and Insights

Posted by on Sep 10, 2026 in Blog, Environmental Compliance |

  If you have a question about an environmental compliance issue or would like us to address a specific environmental compliance concern in the future, please contact Christopher Paré, P.Geo., Q.P., at 519-948-7300, ext. 114.   Are you managing excess soil? See our summary: Excess Soil Regulation by Province Environmental Compliance Tips and Insights 2026 October: New Reporting Requirements Under CEPA What was the new notice regarding reporting under the Canadian...

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Environmental Issues Data Centers

Environmental Issues Data Centers

Posted by on Dec 23, 2025 in Blog | 0 comments

  Demand for computing power is rapidly surging, especially with the growth of Artificial Intelligence, or AI.  This hunger for computing power likely means there will be more and larger data centers across Canada.  Below, we look at the environmental issues associated with these data centers, including environmental permitting requirements. Canadian Energy Policy and AI Development In a recent report in Energy Reporters, they state, “Canada’s recent suspension of clean...

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Environmental Enforcement News

Environmental Enforcement News

Posted by on Nov 19, 2025 in Blog | 0 comments

  Staying compliant with provincial and federal environmental regulations can be challenging.  One of the reasons we post monthly environmental compliance tips is to provide compliance reminders and updates to help avoid or limit instances of environmental enforcement. However, even the most diligent approach to environmental compliance can sometimes fall short.  Below, we look at some recent environmental enforcement news that may provide some cautionary tales. Rain Event...

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Water and Air Environmental Violations and Construction-Related Environmental Violations

Water and Air Environmental Violations and Construction-Related Environmental Violations

Posted by on Aug 20, 2025 in Blog | 0 comments

  Initial environmental work to prepare for site development can be complicated. It can include Phase I/II assessments, Record of Site Conditions, Environmental Compliance Approvals, and more.  The challenge can often be maintaining environmental compliance in the ensuing years to avoid environmental violations. Below, we look at environmental violations involving manufacturing operations and construction activity. Water and Air Environmental Violations Though idle since...

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Environmental Liability and Enforcement

Environmental Liability and Enforcement

Posted by on Apr 10, 2025 in Blog | 0 comments

  Environmental liability is a growing concern for businesses of all sizes across Canada.  Recently, there has been a focus on the liability associated with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) as well as the liability related to sustainability claims, the plastics registry, and managing excess soils. Concerning PFAS, according to the Canadian Bar Association, “PFAS lawsuits have been proliferating in Canada in recent years. Private firms are pursuing class actions in...

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