Past Proposals
The purpose of the proposed regulatory amendments is to establish:
• the PFISP designation process and corresponding process for revocation and voluntary removal of the designation; and
• a Ministry administered webpage with regularly updated information about designated PFISPs that will simplify and streamline access to this information for frontline workers across Ontario.
In addition, an amendment to s. 6(1) First Nations, Inuk or Métis child - complementary services of O. Reg. 156/18 is proposed to specify that other services providers under CYFSA consider the supports offered by PFISPs when determining the availability of complementary services.
Comments Due Date:
January 17, 2025
Tarion is seeking public feedback on regulatory changes to deposit protection policy to ensure protection for future new home purchasers and help combat illegal vending of new homes. Together, the changes Tarion is proposing would increase consumer confidence, and protect the home warranty and protection program for current and future new home buyers in Ontario.
Comments Due Date:
January 15, 2025
The Ontario government has introduced the Safer Municipalities Act, 2024, that, if passed, will enact the Restricting Public Consumption of Illegal Substances Act, 2024.
Comments Due Date:
January 13, 2025
The Ontario Farm Product Marketing Commission is proposing to amend regulations that apply to agricultural marketing boards, their bylaws and their reporting requirements. The proposal is intended to reduce unnecessary burden on boards, enhance oversight and modernize the regulations.
Comments Due Date:
January 13, 2025
The Ministry of the Solicitor General is considering changes to the regulations under the Private Security and Investigative Services Act, 2005 to require individual licensees to report their use of force to the licensed business that employs them, to require licensed businesses to submit their use of force reports in limited circumstances to the Registrar, and to update the uniform and vehicle requirements for security guards.
Comments Due Date:
January 12, 2025
The Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks is proposing amendments to Ontario Regulation 153/04 to prohibit the submission of a record of site condition (RSC) for filing in specified circumstances, and to expand an exemption from RSC filing requirements for changes in the use of buildings from commercial or community use to mixed use.
Comments Due Date:
January 10, 2025
The Ministry of Finance is exploring the establishment of Variable Life Benefits (VLBs) in the Pension Benefit Act (PBA). The ministry is conducting a consultation to collect feedback for the design and implementation of a future VLB framework.
Comments Due Date:
January 10, 2025
The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) is proposing an amendment to O. Reg 189/09 Metrolinx Act to add the Six Nations of the Grand River and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation reserves. We are looking for your input on the proposed regulatory amendment.
Comments Due Date:
January 10, 2025
This is a narrowly scoped proposal that would allow MNR, in limited circumstances, to take action to address a hazardous well that could harm people, property or the natural environment and pursue a non-compliant well operator for the costs of remediation.
Comments Due Date:
January 9, 2025
Surveying is the foundation of all development, whether it is natural resource management or expanding and redeveloping Ontario's communities. Government and industry rely on the information surveyors provide to plan and build infrastructure, homes, and communities. The Surveyors Act has not substantially changed since 1987 and requires updating to attract new surveyors to the profession, to reflect today's modern technologies, and support housing and infrastructure development.
Comments Due Date:
January 9, 2025
The ministry is seeking input on adding 24 grape varieties to the list of authorized grape varieties
Comments Due Date:
January 9, 2025
We are seeking feedback on a proposed Act enabling the regulation of commercial-scale geologic carbon storage in Ontario.
Comments Due Date:
January 9, 2025
The Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility is proposing under Schedule 2 of the Support for Seniors and Caregivers Act, 2024 to amend the Retirement Homes Act, 2010 (RHA) to make changes such as: 1.) Revise the RHA Residents' Bill of Rights to reinforce the right to ongoing support from caregivers (e.g., family/friends providing care); and
2.) Provide authority for specified employees of the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility to issue sector-specific direction and recommendations to retirement home licensees respecting the prevention and management of infectious respiratory or gastrointestinal diseases.
The Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility is seeking input on these proposals.
Comments Due Date:
January 6, 2025
The Support for Seniors and Caregivers Act, 2024 (Bill or Act), if passed, would amend the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 (FLTCA) and Retirement Homes Act, 2010. The proposed bill includes amendments that aim to enhance the quality of life and care for seniors in Ontario by advancing priorities in three key areas: improving dementia care and supports; supporting seniors, their families and caregivers; and protecting seniors and enhancing social connections.
The Ministry of Long-Term Care (MLTC) is seeking input on the proposed amendments to the FLTCA.
Comments Due Date:
January 6, 2025
The Ministry of Finance is seeking comments on its proposal to amend Ontario Regulation 704/21 Exemption Orders Under Section 15.1 of the Act under the Insurance Act (O. Reg. 704/21). The amendment seeks to provide the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) with the ability to exempt persons or entities from the requirement of section 231 of the Insurance Act. The proposal aims to enable FSRA to consider the creation of a pilot project under FSRA's Test and Learn Environment (TLE) to facilitate the sale of automobile insurance at motor vehicle dealerships under FSRA's Test and Learn Environment (TLE).
Comments Due Date:
January 6, 2025