William Guindon
Phase active : Dossier factuel CCE (art. 24.28) & Échéance BVG Nov. 10, 2026

Citizen Guide & How to Act

The Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC), established by the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (ACEUM, chapter 24), allows any citizen or NGO to submit a communication demonstrating that a State party is failing to ensure the effective application of its environmental laws. The CCE (Commission for Environmental Cooperation) deemed the communication SEM-26-003 admissible on August 17, 2026.

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Who should I contact to report a situation?

For your report to be processed quickly and efficiently by sworn inspectors, it is essential to choose the right level of intervention depending on the nature of the event:

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Emergency-Environment

Sudden events, ongoing chemical spills, acute toxic fumes or immediate danger to waterways.

  • Leaking tanker truck or active spill
  • Oil slick or chemical on water
  • Persistent suffocating chemical odors
Appeler le 1 866 694-5454
Provincial · MELCCFP En ligne

Ministry of the Environment

Environmental violations noted, damage to wetlands or non-compliance with ministerial authorizations.

  • Unauthorized filling or drainage of bog
  • Abnormal discharge of wastewater or suspicious coloring
  • Illegal dumping of hazardous materials or contaminated soil
  • Excavation work without certificate of authorization
  • Abnormal mortality of fish or aquatic fauna
Faire un signalement officiel ↗
Municipal Blainville

Ville de Blainville

For problems that fall under the municipality and municipal planning regulations.

  • Wild dumping of waste or bulky items
  • Felling of trees or deforestation without municipal permit
  • Local nuisances (noise outside of hours, dust)
  • Obstructed ditches or blocked storm flow
  • Cleanliness of marked public trails
Urbanisme & Environnement : 450 434-5254 Nous joindre · Ville de Blainville ↗
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Methodical guide: How to document an observation

A well-founded report is based on verifiable, precise and reproducible facts. Follow these 8 steps to build an impeccable file:

  1. Note the exact date and time: Indicate the exact start and end time of your observation.
  2. Note the exact location: Note the GPS coordinates (via your phone) or fixed visual landmarks (terminal number, post, intersection, footbridge).
  3. Describe the phenomenon factually: Describe what you see, smell or hear without excessive interpretation (e.g.: “Presence of an iridescent film on an area of ​​approximately 15 m²” rather than “It’s polluted”).
  4. Take contextualized photographs: Combine a wide overview to identify locations with clear close-up views.
  5. Record a short video: If the event involves movement (cloudy water flow, backflow, smoke emission), a 15 to 30 second video provides convincing dynamic proof.
  6. Specify whether the event is active or completed: Clearly indicate whether the spill or work is in progress at the time you submit the report.
  7. Strictly respect safety rules: Do not touch any product, do not walk on unstable ground and never leave authorized public paths.
  8. Keep a dated copy of your shipment: Note the reference number of the file sent to the authorities for citizen monitoring.

Rappel fondamental de sécurité & Légalité

It is strictly forbidden to enter private property or fenced industrial sites. Never take liquid or gas samples yourself without certified protective equipment. Your safety and respect for the law take precedence over any observation.

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Citizen reporting form (Printable & Downloadable)

Use this standardized template to prepare your field notes or write down details before contacting the Ministry or the City. No data is sent to the web: this sheet remains entirely on your device.

Environmental observation and reporting sheet

Secteur Grande Tourbière de Blainville & Milieux humides
Date de l'observation
______ / ______ / 2026
Heure précise
______ h ______ (HNE)
Conditions météo
[ ] Ensoleillé [ ] Pluie [ ] Gel [ ] Vent fort
Lieu précis / Sentier / Intersection
__________________________________________________________________________
Coordonnées GPS
Lat : ______________ Long : ______________
Detailed description of observed facts
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Événement en cours ?
[ ] Oui [ ] Non [ ] Inconnu
Danger immédiat ?
[ ] Oui (911 appelé) [ ] Non
Photos / Vidéos prises ?
[ ] Oui (Nb : ______) [ ] Non
Organisme contacté
[ ] Urgence-Env. [ ] MELCCFP [ ] Blainville
Numéro de dossier attribué / Suivi officiel
No : ____________________ · Date : ____________________
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Participatory science: Identifying biodiversity on iNaturalist

Each observation of living species (sphagnum moss, salamanders, ferns, birds, insects) on authorized public trails constitutes conclusive evidence to document the ecological richness of the Grande Tourbière de Blainville (Great Blainville Peat Bog) and enrich the environmental file.

Guide pas-à-pas : Comment participer avec iNaturalist
  1. Download the free iNaturalist app to your smartphone (links below).
  2. Create your free account or log in in seconds.
  3. Explore the authorized public trails (Boisé des lacs Fauvel, Plan Bouchard trails). Reminder: Respect nature, do not leave the footbridges and do not touch vulnerable species.
  4. Take photos of the plants, mushrooms, birds, insects or moss you observe.
  5. Share your sighting: iNaturalist's artificial intelligence and global community of biologists will accurately identify the species.
  6. Automatic addition: Your geolocated observations in the area are automatically associated with the official project SEM-26-003.

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How-to video: How to use iNaturalist

Visionner le guide iNaturalist (YouTube) 1 click to play · Zero tracking before click
Projet officiel iNaturalist · SEM-26-003 Threatened and vulnerable species — Grande Tourbière de Blainville
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Letter of inquiry templates (Ready to send)

Following the filing of Ottawa's evasive response (exhibit 72-RSP of October 16, 2026) and the citizen response of October 17, directly challenging your elected officials creates concrete pressure before the ministerial deadline of November 10, 2026 (BVG Petition no. 0546) and the recommendation of a factual file (art. 24.28 ACEUM (Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement)) . Copy the text in one click or open it directly in your email software.

Optional true copy (CC): The address [email protected] is included by default as an option in the email links below to allow you to share your civic approach if you wish. You are completely free to remove this address from your CC field before sending.

Strict confidentiality: Messages or responses sent in certified copy are treated strictly confidentially and are never publicly distributed without the prior and express consent of their author.

1 · À votre député·e (Fédéral ou Provincial) To demand full transparency in Canada's response to the CEC
Fédéral & Provincial

Subject: SEM-26-003 — Support for a factual file (art. 24.28 ACEUM) and deadline of November 10 (BVG 0546)

Madame/Monsieur [Nom], Je suis [prénom nom], électeur·rice de [circonscription]. Le October 16, 2026, le gouvernement du Canada a déposé sa réponse officielle (pièce 72-RSP) dans le dossier international SEM-26-003 devant la Commission de coopération environnementale (CCE / ACEUM). Cette communication citoyenne porte sur l'enfouissement de matières dangereuses dans la Grande Tourbière de Blainville : la cellule 6 de Stablex, 278 000 m² de milieux humides expropriés par la Loi 93, et des concentrations de cadmium mesurées jusqu'à 320 fois le critère de protection de la vie aquatique (toxicité aiguë, MELCCFP, Dec. 2, 2023). Au lieu de répondre sur le fond de l'inapplication de ses lois fédérales (LCOM, LEP, LCPE), Ottawa tente d'obtenir la clôture procédurale du dossier. Dès le October 17, 2026, l'auteur de 15 ans, William Guindon, a déposé une réplique juridique démontrant qu'aucun tribunal n'examine l'inaction fédérale. Alors que le Secrétariat de la CCE dispose de 60 jours ouvrables (art. 24.28 ACEUM) pour recommander un dossier factuel et que les ministres fédéraux doivent répondre à la pétition n° 0546 (BVG/CEDD) d'ici le November 10, 2026, je vous demande trois choses : 1. Lire la réponse du Canada (72-RSP) et le mémoire de réplique citoyenne du October 17, 2026 (williamguindon.me/registre.html). 2. Appuyer publiquement la constitution d'un dossier factuel d'enquête internationale en vertu de l'article 24.28 de l'ACEUM. 3. Exiger une réponse ministérielle complète et la divulgation intégrale des données de suivi des eaux souterraines d'ici l'échéance du November 10, 2026 (Pétition BVG 0546). [Votre phrase ici. Ex. : « J'habite à trois kilomètres de ce site et j'y ai appris à mes enfants à reconnaître les oiseaux. »] Je vous demande une réponse écrite. Je noterai la date à laquelle elle m'arrive — ou ne m'arrive pas. [Prénom Nom] [Adresse complète · code postal · courriel]
Tenue · November 6, 2026 Official bilateral meeting with Nadine Le Gal

On November 6, 2026, William Guindon met Nadine Le Gal (deputy for Blainville at Assemblée nationale (National Assembly of Québec)) and Sylvain Pagé, alongside scientist Daniel Green and Édith Mora Castelan (citizen expert from the First Nations). Priority No. 1 given to the peat bog, proposal for an eco-royalty of $1,000/t, rejection of Ottawa's refusal and monitoring committee from January 2027.

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2 · À votre conseil municipal Blainville, Sainte-Thérèse, Mirabel, Boisbriand, Rosemère, Lorraine, etc.
Municipal

Subject: Request for Supporting Resolution — Grande Tourbière de Blainville (SEM-26-003)

Madame la Mairesse / Monsieur le Maire, Mesdames et Messieurs les conseillers, Je suis [prénom nom], résident·e de [ville] depuis [X] ans. Notre territoire fait l'objet d'un examen international. La communication SEM-26-003, portant sur la cellule 6 du site d'enfouissement de matières dangereuses de Stablex et sur la perte d'environ 278 000 m² de milieux humides, fait maintenant l'objet d'une évaluation en vue d'un dossier factuel (art. 24.28 ACEUM) suite au dépôt de la réponse du Canada (72-RSP) le October 16, 2026 et de la réplique citoyenne du October 17, 2026. Cette démarche a été entreprise par un adolescent de 15 ans de notre région, et non par nos institutions. Je trouve que cela nous oblige. Je demande respectueusement au conseil : 1. d'adopter une résolution d'appui à la protection intégrale de la Grande Tourbière de Blainville et à la constitution d'un dossier factuel par la CCE; 2. de réclamer la publication de l'ensemble des données de suivi environnemental du site; 3. d'inscrire ce point à l'ordre du jour de la prochaine séance publique du conseil. [Votre phrase ici. Ex. : « Ma famille boit l'eau de cette municipalité depuis 1987. »] Je serai présent·e à la période de questions. J'aimerais y entendre votre position plutôt que d'avoir à la deviner. [Prénom Nom] · [Adresse] · [Courriel]
Envoyer directement à votre hôtel de ville :
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3 · Share with your network Voisins, parents d'élèves, collègues et cercles citoyens
Mobilisation

Subject: Five minutes for the Blainville peat bog

Bonjour, Je m'appelle [prénom nom], [parent à l'école X / voisin·e / collègue]. Un adolescent de 15 ans de chez nous, William Guindon, a porté le dossier de la Grande Tourbière de Blainville devant la Commission de coopération environnementale (SEM-26-003). Le October 16, 2026, Ottawa a déposé une réponse (72-RSP) tentant de faire clore le dossier sans répondre sur le fond, et William a répliqué dès le 17 octobre pour demander l'ouverture d'une enquête internationale (dossier factuel, art. 24.28 ACEUM). En jeu : la cellule 6 du site d'enfouissement de matières dangereuses de Stablex, environ 278 000 m² de milieux humides, et du cadmium mesuré jusqu'à 320 fois le critère de protection de la vie aquatique (toxicité aiguë, MELCCFP, échantillon du Dec. 2, 2023). Ce n'est pas à un jeune de 15 ans de porter ça tout seul. En cinq minutes, chacun peut : • Écrire à son député·e — un paragraphe suffit. • Écrire au conseil municipal pour demander une résolution d'appui. • Partager williamguindon.me. • Témoigner, si vous vivez dans les Basses-Laurentides : votre eau, votre air, ce que vous avez vu changer. • Transférer ce courriel à cinq personnes. Une tourbière met environ 6000 ans à se former. Ne laissons pas Ottawa enterrer l'enquête internationale. [Prénom Nom]
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4 · Version courte — Trente secondes, zéro excuse Quick message for any official representative
Express (30s)

Subject: SEM-26-003 — Grande Tourbière de Blainville

Bonjour [Nom], Comme citoyen·ne de [ville], j'appuie la communication SEM-26-003, jugée admissible par le Secrétariat de la Commission de coopération environnementale le August 17, 2026, concernant l'enfouissement de matières dangereuses dans la Grande Tourbière de Blainville. Le October 16, 2026, Ottawa a déposé une réponse évasive (72-RSP) demandant la clôture du dossier sans répondre sur le fond. Je vous demande d'appuyer la constitution d'un dossier factuel d'enquête internationale (art. 24.28 ACEUM) et d'exiger la publication complète des données de contamination des eaux souterraines d'ici l'échéance fédérale du November 10, 2026 (Pétition BVG 0546). Merci de m'indiquer par écrit la position que vous défendrez. [Prénom Nom], [Ville]
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Public consultations & participatory democracy

Your civic role does not stop with emails. Democratic institutions provide formal mechanisms for asking questions, demanding accountability and filing briefs:

Municipal

Municipal council meetings

Come to the question period of Blainville council or your municipality to ask for a clear position and a resolution of support for Grande Tourbière.

Ordre du jour municipal ↗
Provincial · BAPE

Audiences of BAPE

The Bureau d'audiences publiques sur l'environnement (Québec Bureau of Public Environmental Hearings) publishes investigation reports (e.g. Report BAPE 371) and holds citizen consultations on high-impact projects.

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Accès à l'info

Access to information requests

Any citizen may request the communication of studies, laboratory records or ministerial correspondence under the Act respecting access to documents held by public bodies.

Guide CAI Québec ↗

Model question for the council question period:

“Madam Mayor / Mr. Mayor: Within the framework of international proceeding SEM-26-003 before the CEC regarding Stablex Cell 6 and the Grande Tourbière de Blainville, where the federal government is attempting to use the City's municipal court action (exhibit 72-RSP of October 16, 2026) to avoid an international investigation into its own federal laws, does the City intend to adopt a resolution supporting the preparation of a factual record by the CEC (Art. 24.28 CUSMA) and demanding the publication of all groundwater monitoring data?”
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Check information & Environmental monitoring

A serious environmental file is based on rigorous information hygiene. Here is the analysis grid applied to all the documents in the register:

The 5 reflexes of critical verification

1. La source primaire Toujours remonter au document officiel (rapport signé, avis ministériel, cote CCE) plutôt qu'à un résumé.
2. La date & le contexte Verify whether the data dates from the initial impact study (BAPE 371) or from recent monitoring campaigns.
3. Fact vs. Opinion Distinguish a certified laboratory measurement from a political interpretation or corporate press release.
4. Formulations prudentes Privilégier : “According to the document entered into the registry...” ou “Laboratory analyses indicate...”.
Type of information Reliability level Application example
Verified scientific data Very high ISO/CEAEQ accredited analysis report, iNaturalist inventory validated by peers.
Official state document Pupil Decision CCE of August 17, 2026, certificate of authorization MELCCFP, government decree.
Direct personal observation To be documented Time-stamped photo taken from a public trail with GPS coordinates.
Rumor or unverified message Not eligible Claim on social networks without source document or probative photo.
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Environmental Organizations & Independent Resources

To go further, train yourself in environmental law or participate in conservation initiatives across Quebec, consult these independent reference organizations:

CQDE — Quebec Environmental Law Center

Public interest organization dedicated to environmental justice accessibility and citizen legal support.

Visiter le site cqde.org ↗

Nature Quebec

Non-profit organization working to protect biodiversity, forests and wetlands.

Visiter naturequebec.org ↗

Ducks Unlimited Canada

Leader in conservation, research and restoration of wetlands and wildlife habitats.

Visiter canards.ca ↗

Emergency Water

Society for the Protection of Quebec Waters, dedicated to the preservation of water as a public common good.

Visiter eausecours.org ↗

Nature-Action Quebec

Organization leading concrete projects for the acquisition, development and restoration of natural environments.

Visiter nature-action.qc.ca ↗

QuebecBirds

Group dedicated to the development of ornithology, the monitoring of avian species and the protection of their habitats.

Visiter quebecoiseaux.org ↗
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Don’ts: Security, legality & Protection of minors

Les 8 interdictions strictes

  • Never enter private property or a fenced industrial area (violation of home/property).
  • Never touch, inhale or taste any unknown substance, cloudy standing water or suspicious residue.
  • Never take samples without certified equipment and compliant protocol.
  • Never spread false alarms or unsubstantiated sensationalist claims.
  • Never harass municipal, industrial or civil servants in the exercise of their duties.
  • Do not degrade the environment to document (do not trample sphagnum moss off trail or pick rare plants).
  • Do not venture alone into isolated marshy areas without means of communication.
  • Never publish photos of identifiable people without their prior written consent.

Les bonnes pratiques citoyennes

  • Stay on marked public trails and authorized observation decks.
  • Document with composure and precision (dates, times, photos, GPS).
  • Use the official forms from the Ministry and the City for traced processing.
  • Respect professional secrecy and the presumption of legality until the facts are established.
  • Show courtesy in all democratic questions.

Official notice of protection for minors

If you are under 18 years old and wish to act to protect the environment: never go alone to an observation site and do not participate in any field process without the explicit consent of your parents or legal guardian.

Consult the official policy: Citizenship status of minor applicant & Legal protection ↗. ↗

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I want to help: 8 concrete ways to act today

Every gesture counts to amplify the transparency and protection of Grande Tourbière. Choose one or more actions within your reach:

1. Science participative iNaturalist

Photograph the fauna and flora on public trails to enrich the SEM-26-003 inventory.

2. Écrire à vos députés

Use our 1-click letter templates to demand full release of analytics data.

3. Interpeller votre conseil municipal

Request the adoption of a formal resolution of support at the next public meeting.

4. Partager le registre en ligne

Share the williamguindon.me link with your networks and colleagues. ↗

5. Signaler toute anomalie

Complete the citizen form and send it to Urgence-Environnement or the Ministry.

6. Citizen Proofreading & Translation

Help proofread or translate the register documents (FR/EN/ES) by contacting the team.

7. Encrypted exchanges on Nostr

Share documents or analyzes via our decentralized encrypted messaging.

8. Sharing briefs & analyses

Circulate legal documents and verified data in your action circles.

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Share the file on your networks

Publicize the investigation and international proceedings. Here are pre-written texts to copy or share in one click:

Modèle de publication pour réseaux sociaux (X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram)

Grande Tourbière de Blainville & dossier international SEM-26-003 : Le Secrétariat de la Commission de coopération environnementale (CCE / ACEUM) a jugé admissible la plainte citoyenne portant sur l'enfouissement de matières dangereuses (cellule 6 de Stablex) et la perte de 278 000 m² de milieux humides. Le October 16, 2026, Ottawa a déposé sa réponse (72-RSP) en tentant de faire clore le dossier sans répondre sur le fond, et une réplique citoyenne a été déposée dès le 17 octobre pour exiger un dossier factuel d'enquête internationale (art. 24.28 ACEUM). Ce dossier a été porté par un jeune de 15 ans. Ne le laissons pas seul. Découvrez les faits, les analyses d'eau et les documents officiels : https://williamguindon.me #SEM26003 #GrandeTourbière #Blainville #Environnement #JusticeClimatique #Canada
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Commitment to independence & financial integrity

Autofinancement intégral et refus absolu de dons

In order to preserve absolute political, moral and legal independence (see the Declaration of Independence and Integrity ↗), William Guindon does not solicit or accept any financial donations for the SEM-26-003 registry, nor any partisan or corporate funding. The only remuneration he receives is professional fees for his conferences and popular education interventions. ↗

The scientific equipment for citizen analysis (detection strips, sterile containers, inventory equipment) is strictly self-funded. No external collection or wishlist platforms are active on the site.

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Frequently asked questions (Citizen FAQ)

Direct and verified answers to the most frequently asked questions about the protection of Grande Tourbière and reporting procedures:

What should I do if I notice suspicious drainage near a humid environment?

If the spill presents an immediate danger, a suffocating chemical odor or a large volume, contact Urgence-Environnement immediately at 1 866 694-5454 (24/7). Take photos and videos from a safe distance, note the exact time and GPS coordinates, without ever coming into direct contact with the liquid.

How do you know if a problem is the responsibility of the City or the Ministry of the Environment?

The Ville de Blainville (450 434-5200 / town planning: 450 434-5254) deals with local illegal dumping, municipal tree felling, construction site nuisances and town planning regulations. The Ministry of the Environment (MELCCFP) and Urgence-Environnement (1 866 694-5454) deal with toxic discharges, the filling of wetlands, dangerous materials and violations of the Loi sur la qualité de l'environnement (Environment Quality Act).

Can I make an environmental report anonymously in Quebec?

Yes. The online reporting form of the Ministry of the Environment of Quebec and the Urgence-Environnement telephone line allow reports to be transmitted confidentially or anonymously, while receiving a file number for follow-up.

How can I prove that a protected species lives in the bog?

Use the free iNaturalist app from permitted public trails. Take sharp photos with geotagging enabled on your phone. The scientific community and experts validate the identification of the species (sphagnum moss, salamanders, birds), constituting admissible and time-stamped proof.

Why is the SEM-26-003 file handled by an international commission (CCE / ACEUM)?

The Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC), established by the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (ACEUM, chapter 24), allows any citizen or NGO to submit a communication demonstrating that a State party is failing to ensure the effective application of its environmental laws. The CCE (Commission for Environmental Cooperation) deemed the communication SEM-26-003 admissible on August 17, 2026.

What does Canada's response of October 16, 2026 (72-RSP) contain and what's next?

On October 16, 2026, the Government of Canada submitted its official 59-page response (72-RSP) requesting the closure of SEM-26-003 under the pretext of the Blainville municipal appeal and federal petition no. 0546 (BVG/CEDD). As of October 17, 2026, William Guindon sent his brief of observations proving that no court examines the non-application of federal laws (LCOM, LEP, LCPE). The CCE Secretariat now has 60 working days (art. 24.28 ACEUM) to recommend a factual record, while federal ministers must respond to petition 0546 by November 10, 2026.

Can a minor participate in environmental protection?

Yes, through citizen science (iNaturalist), learning, awareness and civic monitoring. However, any action on the ground, public questioning or contact with the media must be supervised and authorized by the parents or legal guardians in order to guarantee the safety and well-being of the young person.

How can I support William Guindon without donating money?

William Guindon applies a strict policy of independence and refuses any financial donations for the SEM-26-003 register. You can help by sending form letters to elected officials, using iNaturalist on public trails, or relaying verified official documents and briefs.