Ministry of Natural Resources
Norfolk County thanks the Ministry of Natural Resources for the work done thus far on the Forestry Farm Road (FFR) Gas Well.
However, this extensive project requires continued effort, and it continues to grow as an environmental and health concern for nearby residents. More work and research is needed to find a permanent solution. Norfolk County will continue to partner with the Province to pursue a solution that meets the needs of all stakeholders.
Where we're at
Norfolk County has a better understanding of the issue; however, we do not yet have a permanent solution.
The scientific work has identified a more viable path forward, but Norfolk needs the Province to help fund, coordinate and manage the next phase of remediation. The County cannot afford to be left carrying responsibility for a historic abandoned gas-well problem that requires provincial technical expertise, regulatory authority and significant funding.
Norfolk asks that
- The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) and Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) continue to work collaboratively on the Forestry Farm Road (FFR) Gas Well
- Continue to financially support all costs to permanently remedy the issue at FFR
Norfolk is ready.
We can grow Ontario, together.