I strongly oppose Bill 5,…

I strongly oppose Bill 5, the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act. This legislation poses a serious threat to Ontario’s natural heritage, democratic processes and Indigenous rights.

As Haudenosaunee and as stewards of North America, it is my responsibility to vehemently oppose any actions that will put our people at risk.

Doug Ford, Ontario and federal governments are violating the Two Row Wampum agreement by stepping into our canoe and potentially cause harm to the Indigenous people by desecrating wildlife and plant species, which Indigenous people still rely on for their livelihood.

I urge the Ontario government to withdraw Bill 5 in its entirety and instead work with environmental experts, Indigenous leaders and the public to strengthen — not dismantle — our systems of environmental protection.

Protecting nature is not a barrier to economic growth. It’s the foundation of a healthy, resilient and just society.

Nya:węh,
Cheryl