The CBC says there is an oily substance leaking into the Don River from a unknown source in what is known as a brownfield near Bayview Ave. and Gerrard St. A brownfield is land previously used for industrial purposes which is presumed to be contaminated. No address or ownership is given in the CBC story. It says that the City received notice of this leakage two weeks ago It appears, according to the report, as if fuel-like sheen is on the waterway. It says booms have been placed to attempt to contain the leak and absorbent material is being used.
