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Document ID ca-on-encoap-2017-03-13 Title Environmental Compliance Approval URL https://www.ontario.ca/page/environmental-compliance-approval Jurisdiction /ca/on Subdomain(s) none Language Status completed Analyzed at 2026-05-12 04:13:39.637600+00:00 Relevance inventory_targeted_fetch

Q Qualitative Requirements (101)

Req ID Category Intent Legal Status Name Subdomain(s) Context Conditions Confidence
#Q001administrativeunknownmandatoryECA Requirement for Impactful ActivitiesotherBusiness owners who plan to carry out activities that have the potential to impact the public or natural environment may require an ECA before they can construct, operate or upgrade a facility or site in Ontario.Activities that have the potential to impact the public or natural environmenthigh
#Q002administrativeunknownmandatoryECA Requirement for Sewage WorkswastewaterSection 53 of the OWRA requires an ECA for certain sewage worksCertain sewage workshigh
#Q003operationaloperationalmandatoryCompliance with ECA Terms and ConditionsotherBusiness must comply with the specific terms and conditions set out in their ECA.high
#Q004operationaloperationalmandatorySpills Prevention and Contingency Plan RequirementotherA multi-media ECA allows for a single approval for a site that combines all air, noise, waste and sewage requirements in a single document. This option streamlines requirements that are common across all media, such as the requirement to prepare a spills prevention and contingency plan.When operating under a multi-media ECAhigh
#Q005administrativeunknownmandatoryResponsibility to Understand Legal RequirementsotherIt is your responsibility to be aware of and understand all legal requirements of the EPA, OWRA and any other legal requirements applicable to your proposed project.high
#Q006administrativeunknownmandatoryEnvironmental Activity and Sector Registry (EASR) RegistrationotherIf you meet the regulatory requirements for an Environmental Activity and Sector Registry (EASR), you must register your activity in the EASR.If meeting the regulatory requirements for EASRhigh
#Q007administrativeunknownrecommendedPre-application Project Planning StepsotherAs part of your project planning and before you prepare the technical aspects of your application, you should: Confirm your permission type, for example, registration in the EASR or application for an ECA. Review the environmental land use planning guides. Review the federal guidance related to environment and natural resources. Consult with the municipality. Consider the impacts on sources of drinking water. Determine if your project is subject to an Environmental Assessment and complete the process as required. Identify the consultation requirements for your project and begin consultation with First Nations and Metis communities early. Identify the neighbour notification requirements for your project and notify adjacent property owners as required. Review the pre-submission requirements for industry air approvals (if applicable). Determine if you should attend a pre-submission consultation meeting with the ministry.Before preparing the technical aspects of the applicationhigh
#Q008administrativeunknownmandatoryECA Application Account SetupotherTo apply for an ECA (or an amendment or renewal of an ECA), you need to: sign-in through Ontario.ca Login to access the ministry's online services for environmental permissions, set up your ministry accountWhen applying for an ECA, or an amendment or renewal of an ECAhigh
#Q009administrativeunknownmandatoryECA Application Submission StepsotherOnce you have set up your ministry account , you will: 1. start a new application 2. complete the required application questions and attach supporting documents 3. attest and submit 4. pay the application fee (if applicable) 5. get your application status. 6. provide additional information through information requests (if applicable) 7. receive notification of our decision on your application 8. access your issued ECA(s) (if applicable)Once ministry account is set uphigh
#Q010administrativeunknownmandatoryEmail Application Submission RequirementsotherTo submit your application, send an email to ECA.submission@ontario.ca with the following attachments: 1. a complete ECA application form. 2. copies of all required supporting documents.If submitting ECA application by emailhigh
#Q011prohibitionunknownmandatoryProhibition of Payment Information in EmailotherDo not submit payment information in your email.When submitting application by emailhigh
#Q012administrativeunknownmandatoryPriority Review Request RequirementsotherYou must provide: the reference number of the application, the justification for prioritizing the application, the actual date by which you require the approval, a copy of any correspondence with the district about the approval (optional)When requesting that an application be prioritizedhigh
#Q013reportingreportingmandatoryFinancial Assurance Re-evaluation SubmissionotherIf your ECA has terms and conditions that require you to submit a financial assurance (FA) re-evaluation proposal, you must submit your FA re-evaluation to the ministry:If the ECA has terms and conditions requiring the submission of a financial assurance re-evaluation proposalhigh
#Q014prohibitionoperationalmandatoryCompliance with Sewers BylawwastewaterThe owner and operator of a FSE shall not discharge into a municipal sanitary, storm, or combined sewer any waste or matter that contravenes Chapter 681 - Sewers.high
#Q015reportingreportingmandatoryImmediate Spill ReportingwastewaterAny spill must be reported immediately to the City via 311, Toronto's 24-hour hotline.high
#Q016reportingreportingmandatoryFive-Day Written Spill ReportwastewaterA spill report shall be submitted to Toronto Water in accordance with Chapter 681 within 5 days of the spill and sent by email to NOV@toronto.ca or by mailWithin 5 days of a spillhigh
#Q017operationaloperationalmandatorySpill Response Plan MaintenanceotherThe owner/operator of a FSE shall: Have an up-to-date spill response plan demonstrating it has provided suitable training on its plan to its employees.high
#Q018administrativeoperationalmandatorySpill Response Plan PostingotherPost the spill response plan in a location readily accessible by facility staff with a list of names and telephone number of those persons that need to be contacted in the event of a spill.high
#Q019operationaloperationalmandatoryClean-up Equipment StockotherHave an appropriate quantity of clean-up equipment and supplies in stock at all times.high
#Q020operationaloperationalmandatoryEmployee Training on Spill MaterialsotherEnsure that all employees know the location of spill response material and equipment and are trained in its use.high
#Q021corrective_actionoperationalmandatorySpill Containment and Mitigation Dutyaquatic lifeDo everything reasonably possible to contain the spill (e.g. use sorbents to absorb and prevent spilled material from entering the sewer system), protect the health and safety of persons, animals and aquatic life, protect the natural environment, minimize damage to property, clean up the spill and contaminated residue and restore the affected area to its condition prior to the spill.In the event of a spill to the municipal sewage workshigh
#Q022administrativeunknownmandatoryBusiness Licence RequirementotherAll food service establishments operating in the City of Toronto shall have a business licence issued by the Municipal Licensing and Standards Division.high
#Q023designoperationalmandatoryGrease Interceptor Installation PermitwastewaterAll food service establishments operating in the City of Toronto shall have a permit issued by the Toronto Building Division for the installation of a grease interceptor(s).high
#Q024reportingreportingmandatoryWaste Disposal Record KeepingwastewaterThe owner/operator of a FSE shall keep and maintain accurate and up-to-date records (e.g. service contracts, invoices) on grease, oil and waste oil and grease disposed of offsite.high
#Q025administrativereportingmandatoryRecord Retention PeriodwastewaterEach of these records shall be retained for a minimum period of seven (7) years.high
#Q026reportingoperationalmandatoryMaintenance Log RequirementwastewaterAn up-to-date grease interceptor maintenance log which shall be kept on-site at all times.high
#Q027administrativereportingmandatoryRecord Transfer on Ownership ChangewastewaterIf a FSE changes its owner or operator, the departing owner or operator shall transfer to the incoming owner or operator, as the case may be, all records required to be maintained under this provision or Chapter 681 - SewersWhen a FSE changes owner or operatorhigh
#Q028designoperationalmandatoryMandatory Grease Interceptor InstallationwastewaterChapter 681 - Sewers requires that owners and operators of FSEs properly install, operate, and maintain a grease interceptor in any piping system at its premise that connects directly or indirectly to a municipal sanitary sewer.high
#Q029designoperationalmandatoryGrease Interceptor Standards (CSA B481)wastewaterFor point-of-source installation (which include most grease interceptor types), the owner or operator of a FSE shall use an appropriately sized grease interceptor and one that conforms to CSA Standard B481 Series-12 Grease Interceptors, as per the Ontario Building Code.high
#Q030administrativereportingmandatoryManufacturer Drawing RetentionwastewaterIf the markings are not visible following installation, manufacturer and installation drawings of the grease interceptor must be maintained at the food service establishment and available for inspection on request by the General Manager.If markings are not visible after installationhigh
#Q031designoperationalmandatoryGrease Interceptor AccessibilitywastewaterThe owner or operator of a FSE is required to locate a grease interceptor (including a gravity grease interceptor) in areas: That provide adequate access for interceptor maintenance and inspection.high
#Q032corrective_actionoperationalmandatoryNew Interceptor for Detrimental EffectswastewaterIf the Toronto Water General Manager determines that an existing grease interceptor is detrimentally affecting the municipal sewage works... a new grease interceptor shall be installed in accordance with Chapter 681 - Sewers.If GM determines existing device is detrimentally affecting sewage workshigh
#Q033designoperationalmandatoryMandatory Fixture ConnectionswastewaterThe owner or operator of a FSE shall have the following plumbing fixtures connected to a grease interceptor...: Sinks used for washing pots, pans, dishes, cutlery and kitchen utensils; Drains serving self-cleaning exhaust hoods; Drains serving commercial cooking equipment; Any other fixture that discharges wastewater containing oil and grease.high
#Q034prohibitionoperationalmandatoryProhibited Fixture ConnectionswastewaterThe owner/operator of a FSE shall not allow the following plumbing fixtures to be connected to a grease interceptor...: Toilets, urinals and hand sinks.high
#Q035designoperationalmandatoryCommercial Dishwasher RequirementswastewaterThe owner/operator of a FSE shall connect a commercial dishwasher to an appropriately sized grease interceptor (as per the Ontario Building Code).high
#Q036operationaloperationalmandatoryGeneral Servicing Frequency (25% Rule)wastewaterthe grease interceptor shall be serviced before the grease and solids, combined, reach 25% of the interceptor's liquid volume or every four weeks, whichever is earlier.Standard operating frequencyhigh
#Q037operationaloperationalmandatoryGrease Recovery Device Daily MaintenancewastewaterRemove solids and liquids from strainer and vessel on a daily basis.For grease recovery deviceshigh
#Q038operationalreportingmandatoryApproved Waste Carrier RequirementwastewaterServicing (cleaning) shall be performed by a Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) approved waste carrier.high
#Q039operationaloperationalguidanceManual Servicing RestrictionswastewaterManual servicing (cleaning) of interceptors is only permitted where an FSE generates a low volume of FOG and has no stove or fryer.Low volume FOG, no stove or fryerhigh
#Q040operationaloperationalmandatoryManual Servicing - Weekly BailoutwastewaterPerform a weekly surface bailout where surface FOG and solids are removed.When performing manual cleaninghigh
#Q041operationaloperationalmandatoryManual Servicing - Monthly VacuumingwastewaterPerform a monthly vacuuming where FOG, solids and water are removed and the grease interceptor thoroughly cleanedWhen performing manual cleaninghigh
#Q042prohibitionoperationalmandatoryProhibition of Garbage Disposal of FOGwastewaterOil and grease removed from grease interceptors shall not be disposed in the regular garbage.high
#Q043prohibitionoperationalmandatoryProhibition of Sewer Discharge of Intercepted FOGwastewaterOil and grease removed from grease interceptors shall not be discharged into the municipal sanitary or combined sewer, municipal storm sewer, or connection to such a sewerhigh
#Q044prohibitionoperationalmandatoryProhibition of FOG Chemical AgentswastewaterThe owner/operator of a FSE shall not use or permit the use of chemical agents, bleach, enzymes, bacteria, solvents, hot water, or other agents to facilitate the passage of FOG through a grease interceptorhigh
#Q045operationalreportingmandatoryRegular Employee TrainingotherHold regular employee training on regulations, safety, proper waste management, spill response and record keeping and retention and document the training and keep records on site for 7 years.high
#Q046administrativeoperationalmandatoryMandatory 'No FOG' SignagewastewaterPost signs that state 'NO FOG DOWN THE DRAIN' throughout the kitchen.high
#Q047operationaloperationalmandatoryMandatory Sink StrainerswastewaterPlace strainers on all sink drains to capture solids and dispose of solids in the green bin.high
#Q048operationaloperationalmandatoryScraping Food and GreasewastewaterScrape food and grease from plates, pots/pans and utensils into food recycling bin (green bin) before washing.high
#Q049operationaloperationalmandatoryMandatory Indoor Cleaning DrainagewastewaterThe wastewater from any indoor cleaning operations (e.g. kitchen exhausts/ducts) shall go through a grease interceptor.high
#Q050prohibitionoperationalmandatoryProhibition of Storm Sewer Wastewater Entryaquatic lifeThe owner/operator of a FSE shall not permit wastewater entering catch basins from, but not limited to: Inside the facility (e.g. mop water); Outdoor cleaning (e.g. power washing); Leakage from outdoor waste/oil bins; Exhaust system cleaning.high
#Q051operationaloperationalmandatoryWatertight Outdoor ReceptaclesotherUse watertight outdoor receptacles of adequate size that are not easily tipped over.high
#Q052corrective_actionoperationalmandatoryImmediate Outdoor Spill CleanupotherClean up spills immediately using an absorbent material and place it in the dry trash bin.high
#Q053operationaloperationalmandatoryOutdoor Cleaning Wastewater ContainmentotherAny outdoor cleaning (e.g. power washing) shall have the wastewater contained, collected and hauled away.high
#Q054operationaloperationalmandatoryPrivate Line Flushing (Vacuum Rule)wastewaterUse a MOECC approved flusher truck to flush any FOG blocked lines and vacuum to suck up the FOG and other contents... FOG and any other contents in blocked lines cannot be flushed to the City sewer system.When repairing or unclogging a privately owned linehigh
#Q055administrativeoperationalmandatoryMobile Food Vendor Wastewater LabelingwastewaterStore wastewater on site in a separate container from the clean (potable) water and have it labelled dirty water and/or wastewater.For mobile food vendorshigh
#Q056prohibitionoperationalmandatoryMobile Food Vendor Disposal ProhibitionotherNever dispose dirty water/wastewater into the natural environment, roads, catch basins or a municipal storm sewer.For mobile food vendorshigh
#Q057prohibitionoperationalmandatorySpecial Event Wastewater ProhibitionotherWastewater is not discharged into the natural environment, roads, ditches, catch basins or directly or indirectly into a municipal storm sewer.For special events and festivalshigh
#Q058operationaloperationalmandatorySpecial Event Food Truck Interceptor RulewastewaterWastewater from food preparation (e.g. mobile food trucks) shall discharge through a grease interceptor.For special events and festivalshigh
#Q059designoperationalmandatorySpecial Event Direct Connection RulewastewaterFor each permitted direct connection to the sanitary or combined sewer, the wastewater shall pass through a grease interceptor.For special events and festivalshigh
#Q060prohibitionoperationalmandatorySpecial Event Domestic Water SeparationwastewaterDomestic wastewater (e.g. from toilets) shall not pass through a grease interceptor.For special events and festivalshigh
#Q061designoperationalmandatorySpecial Event Washing Area RequirementwastewaterThe central washing location shall be connected to a grease interceptor.When organizers provide designated wash areashigh
#Q062administrativereportingmandatoryGeneral Manager Inspection AuthoritywastewaterToronto Water General Manager may carry out inspections, examine records or other documents.high
#Q063operationaloperationalmandatoryLow-Phosphate Cleaner UsewastewaterUse low-phosphate content, water-based cleaners.high
#Q064prohibitionoperationalmandatoryCooking Oil Disposal ProhibitionwastewaterKeep cooking oil out of drains - waste oil can be sold to rendering facilities.high
#Q065operationaloperationalmandatoryFOG Spill AbsorptionotherUse absorption material to soak up FOG spills on the kitchen floor and under fryer baskets and FOG from exhaust system filters and hoods.high
#Q066operationaloperationalmandatoryGrill and Frying Grease RecyclingwastewaterCollect excess grill/frying grease into the waste grease bin for recycling.high
#Q067prohibitionoperationalmandatoryBleach Disposal ProhibitionwastewaterDo not pour bleach down any drains.high
#Q068reportingreportingmandatoryWaste Carrier Servicing InformationwastewaterThe owner/operator of a FSE shall obtain from the MOECC approved waste carrier the following servicing information: i. Level of FOG and solids estimate. ii. Proper maintenance frequency estimate. iii. Condition of the grease interceptor. iv. Waste destination.When using a waste carrier for servicinghigh
#Q069operationaloperationalmandatoryEmployee Site Inspection DutyotherHave employees perform regular site inspections to ensure spills are cleaned up, grease bins are secured, covered and not overflowing and log sheets are maintained.high
#Q070operationaloperationalmandatoryOil Container Security RequirementsotherRecycling barrels and containers for transporting oil shall be covered and secured from spillage and tipping over.high
#Q071reportingreportingmandatoryMobile Vendor Operator Cleaning LogswastewaterIf cleaned by an operator, cleanings shall be logged, log sheets shall be kept on site at all times and the FOG disposed of properly (e.g. green bin).When mobile food vendor operators manually clean interceptorshigh
#Q072operationaloperationalmandatoryManual Cleaning Liquid Waste StoragewastewaterWhere manual cleaning of the grease interceptor is done by the FSE, the liquid waste must be stored in a designated waste bin until it can be picked up by a MOECC approved waste carrier.When performing manual cleaning of a grease interceptorhigh
#Q073operationaloperationalmandatoryFisheries Act Prevention and Mitigation Dutyaquatic lifeThe Act places obligations on any person who owns or has the charge, management or control of a deleterious substance, or undertaking or activity that resulted in the deposit of a deleterious substance to take all reasonable measures consistent with public safety and with the conservation and protection of fish and fish habitat to prevent the occurrence or to counteract, mitigate or remedy any adverse effects that result from the occurrence or might reasonably be expected to result from it.For persons in charge of a deleterious substancehigh
#Q074reportingoperationalmandatoryProvincial Spill Reporting and Cleanup DutyotherIt also imposes duties to report and clean up pollutant spills.Under the Environmental Protection Act (EPA)high
#Q075designoperationalmandatoryGrease Interceptor Flow Direction MarkingwastewaterIn addition to these markings, the inlet and outlet shall be clearly identified to indicate the direction of flow.high
#Q076administrativeoperationalmandatoryRequirement for New Grease InterceptorwastewaterA new grease interceptor shall be required where there has been a significant change in the operation of the FSE (e.g. re-organization of infrastructure or expansion) or where a new business commences activity at the premises and/or a new building on the lands is built.Significant change in operation, new business, or new buildinghigh
#Q077operationaloperationalmandatorySolids Interceptor Daily MaintenancewastewaterSolids interceptor with a built-in container to collect solids shall be serviced as indicated above but the solids and liquids from the strainer and vessel will be removed on a daily basis.For solids interceptors with built-in containershigh
#Q078operationaloperationalmandatoryGravity Grease Interceptor Pump-out ThresholdwastewaterGravity grease interceptor shall be maintained in the following manner: Pump-out is required before the FOG and solids exceed 25% of the wetted volume of the tank.For gravity grease interceptorshigh
#Q079designoperationalguidanceManual Servicing Access Hole RequirementwastewaterInstallation of a maintenance access hole or alternative device approved by the Toronto Water General Manager may also be required for FSEs performing manual servicing (cleaning).For FSEs performing manual servicinghigh
#Q080operationaloperationalrecommendedManual Cleaning Waste Disposal - Organic BinwastewaterWhere manual cleaning of the grease interceptor is done by the FSE, the waste grease and bottom solids should be directed into the organic waste binWhen manual cleaning is performed by the FSEhigh
#Q081operationaloperationalrecommendedEfficient Pre-rinse Spray Valve UsewastewaterUse an efficient pre-rinse spray valve to reduce water and energy consumption.high
#Q082operationaloperationalguidanceExhaust Cleaning SupervisionwastewaterConsider supervising exhaust cleaning to ensure wastes are handled properly.high
#Q083designoperationalmandatorySampling Port AccesswastewaterThe owner or operator of a FSE is required to locate a grease interceptor (including a gravity grease interceptor) in areas: ... That provide access for an effluent sampling port when required under Chapter 681 - Sewers.When required under Chapter 681 - Sewershigh
#Q084operationaloperationalmandatoryGRD Manufacturer MaintenancewastewaterA grease recovery device shall be maintained in the following manner: ... As per the manufacturer's recommendation.For grease recovery deviceshigh
#Q085reportingoperationalmandatoryGRD Maintenance LogwastewaterDaily logs of maintenance and grease removal shall be kept (refer to Appendix 2 for maintenance log sample).For grease recovery deviceshigh
#Q086reportingoperationalmandatoryManual Servicing Log MaintenancewastewaterKeep log sheets as proof of maintenance on site at all times for the General Manager to review.For FSEs performing manual cleaninghigh
#Q087operationaloperationalmandatoryBlockage Waste Transport CarrierwastewaterUse a MOECC approved waste carrier to transport the intercepted wastes from line flushing, blockages and catch basin servicing.When repairing or unclogging private lineshigh
#Q088operationaloperationalmandatoryMobile Vendor Cooking Oil CollectionwastewaterCollect waste cooking oil for proper disposal.For mobile food vendorshigh
#Q089reportingoperationalmandatoryMobile Vendor Waste Carrier InvoiceswastewaterIf cleaned by a MOECC approved waste carrier, cleaning receipts/invoices shall be kept on site at all times showing date and time the grease interceptor was cleaned and what work was performed and where possible the percentage of FOG, solids and water found in the grease interceptor at the time the interceptor was to be cleaned.For mobile food vendors using waste carriershigh
#Q090operationaloperationalmandatorySpecial Event Cooking Oil CollectionwastewaterWaste cooking oil shall be collected for proper disposal.For special events and festivalshigh
#Q091corrective_actionunknownmandatoryCorrective Measures for Non-compliancewastewaterCorrective measures will be imposed by the General Manager if it is determined that the ECP is not being complied with.high
#Q092corrective_actionunknownmandatorySewer Blockage Cost RecoverywastewaterCosts incurred by the City as a result of a grease-blocked sewer or damage to the sewers will be charged back to those responsible.high
#Q093administrativeoperationalmandatoryServicing Frequency Extension ProofwastewaterThe General Manager may authorize in writing a longer servicing frequency (up to a maximum of 8 weeks) than noted above if the FSE establishes through records of daily grease measurement that the grease and solids, combined, does not reach 25% of the interceptor's liquid volume within the first four weeks.To obtain authorization for longer servicing frequencyhigh
#Q094reportingreportingmandatoryRequired Disposal Record ContentwastewaterThe records must contain: Name of the disposal company. Date of disposal. Type of waste disposed. Measured quantity of waste disposed.For records on grease, oil and waste oil and grease disposed of offsitehigh
#Q095operationaloperationalmandatoryGrease Interceptor Maintenance Performance ScopewastewaterMaintenance includes removing 100% of the intercepted substances, thoroughly cleaning the grease interceptor and inspecting its components.high
#Q096operationaloperationalmandatoryOutdoor Area Pre-Cleaning Sweeping RequirementotherSweep the outside area first before cleaning with water and place the swept material into a waste disposal/trash bin.During outdoor cleaning activities to prevent wastewater from entering catch basinshigh
#Q097operationaloperationalmandatoryMobile Food Vendor Operator Cleanout ScopewastewaterClean out consists of removing all wastewater and FOG as well as cleaning grease interceptor pieces that can be removed.When cleaning of the grease interceptor is performed by a mobile food truck operatorhigh
#Q098operationalhealthmandatoryAccountability for OPHS Implementationdrinking water, wastewater, agricultural water, aquatic life, recreational water, otherBoards of health/public health units are accountable for implementing the OPHS including the protocols and guidelines that are referenced within.high
#Q099operationalhealthmandatoryProtocol and Guideline Compliance Mandatedrinking water, wastewater, agricultural water, aquatic life, recreational water, otherThey provide direction on how boards of health/public health units must deliver or approach specific OPHS requirements.When delivering or approaching specific OPHS requirements via protocols and guidelineshigh
#Q100administrativereportingmandatoryAlternative Format Acknowledgment Service Standardotheracknowledge your request within three business daysIf you require this information in an alternative format, please contact OPHS.Protocols.moh@ontario.ca.high
#Q101administrativereportingmandatoryAlternative Format Provision Timelineotherprovide you with the content within 15 business daysFollowing a request for information in an alternative formathigh

P Quantitative Requirements (6)

Req ID Category Intent Legal Status Name Subdomain(s) Limit Type Limit Value Context Conditions Confidence
#R001operationaloperationalmandatoryMinimum daily environmental penaltyotherrequirement1000 $/dayEnvironmental penalties can range from $1,000 per day for less serious violations such as failure to submit a quarterly reportless serious violations such as failure to submit a quarterly reporthigh
#R002operationaloperationalmandatoryMaximum daily environmental penaltyotherrequirement100000 $/dayto $100,000 per day for the most serious violations, including a spill with a significant impactmost serious violations, including a spill with a significant impacthigh
#R003operationaloperationalmandatoryNumber of industrial sectors subject to environmental penaltiesotherrequirement9 sectorsEnvironmental penalties apply to plants in 9 industrial sectorsorganic chemical manufacturing, inorganic chemical manufacturing, industrial minerals, metal mining, metal casting, iron and steel manufacturing, petroleum, pulp and paper, electric power generationhigh
#R004operationalreportingmandatoryEnvironmental penalty annual reporting frequencyotherrequirement1 yearOntario is required to release a report annually outlining every environmental penalty issued in the previous calendar yearoutlining every environmental penalty issued in the previous calendar yearhigh
#R005operationalreportingmandatoryEnvironmental penalty five-year review frequencyotherrequirement5 yearsAn environmental penalty review is required once every five years in accordance with the Environmental Protection Actin accordance with the Environmental Protection Acthigh
#R006operationalreportingmandatoryFacility reporting frequencyotherrequirement1 quarterEnvironmental penalties can range from $1,000 per day for less serious violations such as failure to submit a quarterly reportfor industrial plants as a specified provision of a statute or regulationhigh

D Definitions (54)

Req ID Category Name Context Confidence
#D001OPHSOntario Public Health Standardshigh
#D002AIDSAcquired Immunodeficiency Syndromehigh
#D003AEFIsAdverse Events Following Immunizationhigh
#D004CPECarbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceaehigh
#D005CDIClostridium difficile Infectionhigh
#D006COVID-19Coronavirus Disease 2019high
#D007iGASGroup A Streptococcal Disease, invasivehigh
#D008SARSSevere Acute Respiratory Syndromehigh
#D009MERSMiddle East Respiratory Syndromehigh
#D010HUSHemolytic Uremic Syndromehigh
#D011ON-FIORPOntario’s Foodborne Illness Outbreak Response Protocolhigh
#D012PDFPortable Document Formathigh
#D013E. coliEscherichia colihigh
#D014Bag-houseAn air pollution control device that removes particulates out of air or gas released from commercial processes or combustion for electricity generation.high
#D015Carpet cleaner wasteA combination of water-carried liquid and solid wastes generated by carpet or furniture cleaning that is collected in a mobile holding tank or is discharged to a sewer, septic tank or holding tank.high
#D016ContaminantA substance that is not naturally present in the environment or is present in elevated amounts, which, if in sufficient concentration, can adversely affect human health, flora, fauna and/or the natural environment.high
#D017EffluentLiquid flowing out from a facility or household into a sewer system or water body.high
#D018Heavy metalsMetallic elements with high atomic weights, such as silver, iron, zinc, copper, lead, mercury, cadmium and arsenic. They are generally persistent in the environment, have the potential to accumulate in the food chain and sewage treatment plant sludge and can cause health effects in organisms.high
#D019Milligrams per litre (mg/L)The weight of a substance in milligrams in one litre of wastewater (may also be referred to as parts per million or ppm).high
#D020Oil and greaseAn organic substance recoverable by procedures set out in Standard Methods or procedures and includes, but is not limited to, hydrocarbons, esters, fats, oils, waxes and high-molecular weight carboxylic acids.high
#D021Pollution preventionThe use of processes, practices, materials, products or energy that avoid or minimize the creation of contaminants and wastes, at the source.high
#D022Sanitary sewerA sewer for the collection and transmission of domestic or industrial sewage or any combination thereof.high
#D023Sand and grit interceptorA single-stage or multiple-stage interceptor or equivalent technology to remove a minimum of 99 percent of the grit and solids from wastewater prior to entry to an oil separation chamber of an oil interceptor or to the sanitary sewer.high
#D024Spill containmentAny impervious structure that surrounds a container or work area that is sufficient to hold the larger of 110 percent of the largest volume of free liquid in the container or work area or 25 percent of the total volume of free liquid in storage.high
#D025Spill response planA written plan developed by an owner or operator of an Automotive Service Facility to respond to any spills at the facility's site.high
#D026Standard MethodsA procedure or method set out in Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater published jointly by the American Public Health Association, American Water Works Association and the Water Environmental Federation, latest edition.high
#D027Storm sewerA sewer for the collection and transmission of uncontaminated water, storm water, drainage from land or from a watercourse or any combination thereof.high
#D028Trucked liquid wasteAny waste that is collected and transported, other than by discharge to a sewer, from the site where the waste originated.high
#D029VehicleA vehicle as defined under the Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O. 1990 Chapter H. 8 , as may be amended from time to time.high
#D030WastewaterAny liquid containing animal, vegetable, mineral or chemical matter in solution or in suspension but does not include storm water or uncontaminated water.high
#D031Wetted heightThe depth from the static water line to the bottom of the grease interceptor.high
#D032BMPBest Management Practiceshigh
#D033P2Pollution Preventionhigh
#D034SDSSafety Data Sheetshigh
#D035BATBest Available Technologieshigh
#D036WHMISWorkplace Hazardous Material Information Sheethigh
#D037MOECCMinistry of the Environment and Climate Changehigh
#D038TDGTransportation of Dangerous Goodshigh
#D039Environmental Compliance Approval (ECA)a permission that allows businesses to operate their facility or site with environmental controls that protect human health and the natural environment.high
#D040Consolidated Linear Infrastructure ECA (CLI ECA)replaces the numerous pipe-by-pipe ECAs that were previously issued for components of a municipal sewage collection system and municipal stormwater management system.high
#D041Flexible ECAThese ECAs give businesses the flexibility to make low risk operational changes—such as increasing the amount of materials they recycle or replacing outdated equipment—without having to seek permission from us.high
#D042EASREnvironmental Activity and Sector Registryhigh
#D043CEACumulative Effects Assessmenthigh
#D044RTSSRegional Technical Support Sectionhigh
#D045FAfinancial assurancehigh
#D046EPAEnvironmental Protection Acthigh
#D047OWRAOntario Water Resources Act, 1990high
#D048Multi-media ECAallows for a single approval for a site that combines all air, noise, waste and sewage requirements in a single document.high
#D049CLIConsolidated Linear Infrastructurehigh
#D050ECAsEnvironmental Compliance Approvalshigh
#D051Air ECAEPA section 9high
#D052Waste ECAEPA section 27high
#D053Sewage ECAOWRA section 53high
#D054EASRenviromental sector registryhigh