Is your well water safe to drink? A recent report from Ontario’s Auditor General, Shelley Spence, revealed a concerning statistic: of the 1.3 million people in Ontario who rely on well-water, fewer than one-third of are conducting regular tests on their drinking water! In Port Colborne, it’s easy to get a test kit. Visit City…
To all Niagara Water Protection Alliance supporters and neighbours of Port Colborne Quarries: Hello everyone: The NWPA remains committed to protecting our water. We believe that clean safe drinking water is a basic human right essential to life. We welcome your support. Our Mandate: To protect our Aquifer. Ontario Land Tribunal Appeals Update / OLT…
Fresh water, much like any other resource, has its limits. It is vital for sustaining life and requires effective management to ensure its long-term availability. While some individuals understand and value this necessity, others remain indifferent. Federal and provincial agencies, including the EPA, MECP, and MNRF, were established with the fundamental goal of safeguarding our…
World Water Day, observed annually on March 22 since 1993, is a significant United Nations event that highlights the critical importance of fresh water. This day not only celebrates water but also raises awareness about the 2.2 billion individuals who lack access to safe water — more than a million in Canada alone! It serves…
With thanks to the Reform Gravel Mining Coalition, some vital information for all communities in Ontario (or anywhere near these open quarries). On December 6, the Auditor General of Ontario released a Value-for-Money Audit of the Management of Aggregate Resources in Ontario. The damning report confirms what we have have been saying since the launch…
In early November (2023), Port Colborne City Council approved the application by Port Colborne Quarries Inc. (aka Rankin Industries) to expand Pit 3 as part of the City’s Official Plan and Bylaws. This will further endanger our aquifer (fresh water source for millions), and the surrounding environment. “The earth does not belong to man; man…