Regulation - LGIC

Proposal to extend the current moratorium on water bottling permits

Regulation Number(s):
Ontario Regulation 436/16
Instrument Type:
Regulation - LGIC
Bill or Act:
Ontario Water Resources Act
Summary of Decision:
We are extending the current moratorium on new or increased permits to take groundwater to produce bottled water for up to 6 months, to April 1, 2021. This extension gives us time to thoroughly consider the feedback we received and further engage on how we can implement our proposed enhancements to Ontario's water taking program.
Analysis of Regulatory Impact:
The regulation is not expected to result in direct operating compliance costs for business.
Further Information:
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Proposal Number:
20-MECP016
Posting Date:
August 28, 2020
Summary of Proposal:
We are proposing to extend the current moratorium on new or increased permits to take groundwater to produce bottled water for up to 6 months, to April 1, 2021. This extension would give us time to thoroughly review and consider feedback received and further engage on how we can implement our proposed enhancements to Ontario's water taking program.

Contact Address:
40 St. Clair West
10th floor
Toronto, ON
M4V1M2
Effective Date:
September 30, 2020
Decision:
Approved

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