Cancel plans to scrap the…

Cancel plans to scrap the Endangered Species Act. In fact, we ask that you strengthen it. Your government has previously taken steps, including “pay-to-slay” for endangered species, delaying the classification of endangered species and not establishing new protected areas — even threatening to sell off Conservation Authority lands and dismantle the Greenbelt, that have severely weakened the Act and species and habitat protection. The protection of species and their habitat, protects people. It ensures a healthy ecosystem that supports clean air, clean water, carbon sequestration, oxygen generation, pollination services, flood-resistance, erosion control, heat island mitigation and areas for human recreation. And finally, it provides a resilient biodiversity that can best weather the impacts of climate change. These benefits cannot just be swept aside for short-term gain, undermining the environment for future generations of Ontarians.