In 1994, the Environmental Bill of Rights (EBR) took effect and the people of Ontario received an important tool to help them protect and restore the environment. The Environmental Registry was established to provide for more effective consultation on proposed government policies, legislation and regulations. Under the EBR, proposed Declaration Orders and Designation Regulations under the Environmental Assessment Act are considered to be regulations and are generally required to be posted for public comment and decision on the Environmental Registry. Posting may not be required if there are no environmental effects associated with a proposal or in cases of emergency. Follow the link to EBR Site Map.

Environmental Assessments (EAs) and Terms of Reference proposals including Class EAs are not required to be posted on the Environmental Registry. These proposals and decisions are posted separately on the Ministry’s Environmental Assessment Activities site along with designations and declarations.