I am writing in opposition…

I am writing in opposition to this regressive and harmful bill that will speed up the destruction of critical habitat for endangered species, remove basic environmental rights, and that fails to respect Indigenous peoples' rights, including those recognized in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP).

Bill 5 reflects Ontario’s unrestrained and unabashed endorsement of private interests, namely mining proponents and projects, at the cost of any legal requirements to consider the interests of the public, communities, nature and health. If passed, Bill 5 will undoubtedly erode public confidence in transparent and accountable government decision-making and cause irreparable harm to environmental and human rights.