I am opposed to the proposal…

I am opposed to the proposal. It is a serious threat to the environment and not in the public interest.
The proposal states: "The storm water will discharge into Lake Ontario."
It is important to flag the fact that the discharge will occur between the shore and the breakwater. This is problematic for environmental and health reasons as the lake water this area does not easily circulate, creating more of a catchment for the sewer water, resulting in public health issues and environmental concerns.
Taxpayer dollars can be better used.

I am commenting on the proposal for an interim combined sewer to support development at 955 Lake Shore Boulevard (Ontario Place). I am opposed to the proposal which goes against decades of work by the City of Toronto to separate and replace combined sewers across the city to prevent the discharge of raw sewage into Lake Ontario. It also flies in the face of international agreements to protect water quality and habitat in the Great Lakes. This effluent also risks human health in terms of water quality at beaches, fishing and the quality of the lake as an attraction for Canadian and international visitors. The province has also not held any consultations about this work with the general public.

This proposal to benefit private sector initiatives, is not in the public interest and threatens the stability of the lake ecosystem in a time of severe biodiversity loss. Please deny this permit.