As a biologist, nature-lover…

As a biologist, nature-lover, and concerned resident of Ontario, the proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act are deeply troubling to me. We are in the midst of a mass extinction, and we must do our utmost to protect the rich biodiversity that we have here in Ontario. We MUST prioritize protecting endangered species and species at risk, which means that we must conserve their habitat through improved implementation of the Endangered Species Act in its current form. De-regulation is not the answer. A healthy economy relies on a healthy environment. Under the United Nations Convention of Biological Diversity, we as Ontarians have a responsibility to maintain and promote biodiversity. Please do not weaken protection for species at risk!