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I am in support of furthering a strong economy. However, I am writing to express my strong opposition to Schedules 5 and 10 of Bill 66. Schedule 5 repeals the Toxics Reduction Act, 2009, and Schedule 10 introduces “open-for-business by-laws” that would circumvent many of the requirements under several laws to ensure fair, consistent and transparent public engagement in land use decisions and protection of water, natural heritage and human health in Ontario.

Under the guise of cutting red tape, Schedules 5 and 10 are severely weakening environmental regulation and democratic processes. Businesses and developers must factor the health, natural heritage and quality of life of ordinary Ontarians in their operations. Well-being does not only consist of having a job or a house. Well-being speaks to economic, social, health and environmental matters.

Implementing Schedules 5 and 10 is not what a "Government for the People" would do. It is what a "Government for Big Business" does.

Please remove Schedules 5 and 10 from Bill 66.