Telecommunication Notice Policy

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The Federal Government through Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) issued CPC-2-0-03, a policy that proponents of telecommunication towers must follow to consult with the public in order to obtain approval for a new telecommunication tower. This policy was intended to be the minimum standard under which the public and land use authorities would be consulted with on telecommunication tower projects and each municipality is encouraged to develop their own policy that can take into account local considerations.

On June 12, 2024, Council of the Town of Penetanguishene directed staff to conduct public consultation with residents and proponents on a draft policy prepared by staff. As part of the consultation, a public survey will be released seeking feedback on the draft policy, and a Public Open House will be held to share information and hear directly from residents on their concerns and suggestions for the telecommunication notice policy.

The Draft Telecommunications Notice Policy can be found on the right hand side of this page, and should be read in order to answer questions in the survey.

A final decision on a unique policy for the Town of Penetanguishene is planned for the Fall of 2024.

It is important to note that final decisions on locations is that of the Federal Government, and the Town of Penetanguishene provides a concurrence or non-concurrence to the location based on Telecommunication Notice Policy.




The Federal Government through Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) issued CPC-2-0-03, a policy that proponents of telecommunication towers must follow to consult with the public in order to obtain approval for a new telecommunication tower. This policy was intended to be the minimum standard under which the public and land use authorities would be consulted with on telecommunication tower projects and each municipality is encouraged to develop their own policy that can take into account local considerations.

On June 12, 2024, Council of the Town of Penetanguishene directed staff to conduct public consultation with residents and proponents on a draft policy prepared by staff. As part of the consultation, a public survey will be released seeking feedback on the draft policy, and a Public Open House will be held to share information and hear directly from residents on their concerns and suggestions for the telecommunication notice policy.

The Draft Telecommunications Notice Policy can be found on the right hand side of this page, and should be read in order to answer questions in the survey.

A final decision on a unique policy for the Town of Penetanguishene is planned for the Fall of 2024.

It is important to note that final decisions on locations is that of the Federal Government, and the Town of Penetanguishene provides a concurrence or non-concurrence to the location based on Telecommunication Notice Policy.




  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    The Town of Penetanguishene is seeking feedback on a Draft Telecommunication Notice Policy.  This policy would be used when a telecommunication tower is being installed or increased in height to ensure that the local residents are aware of the proposal and have an opportunity to provide comments on the proposal.

    The Draft Telecommunication Notice Policy should be read in order to complete this survey.

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