I oppose Bill 5. Bill 5…

I oppose Bill 5. Bill 5 undermines the Endangered Species Act, potentially leading to further decline of at-risk species and harming ecosystems that benefit all Ontarians.
I oppose the idea of "regulation-free zones" for resource extraction, as it could lead to unchecked environmental damage and undermine local communities' reliance on healthy ecosystems.
There are negative impacts on Indigenous communities and their traditional knowledge, especially in areas like the Ring of Fire.
Bill 5 grants the executive branch significant power to circumvent existing laws, potentially weakening the rule of law and democratic accountability.
Special Economic Zones Act:
I oppose Special Economic Zones Act as a mechanism for creating law-free zones that could be used to benefit corporations at the expense of the environment and communities.
Bill 5 could disproportionately harm vulnerable communities, including Indigenous communities, by allowing corporations to bypass labour and environmental protections. Weakening environmental protections and undermining the rule of law will ultimately lead to HIGHER long-term costs for society and the environment. STOP Bill 5.