Commentaire
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SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommendation #1: Please include Swim Drink Fish in actions intended to improve beach data sharing, beach posting reports, monitoring best practices, and public alerts.
Recommendation #2: Canada and Ontario should each ensure that appropriate funds are allocated to meet or exceed commitments described in the Agreement.
Recommendation #3: Please include Swim Drink Fish in efforts to find ways to revitalize and promote the Great Lakes region.
Recommendation #4: Enforce existing environmental rules in order to protect the lakes from harmful pollution.
Recommendation #5: In addition to the Randle Reef restoration work being done, provide encourage and support efforts to reduce sewage pollution in Hamilton to improve recreational water quality in Hamilton Harbour.
Recommendation #6: Expand sewage debris cleanup programs in the Toronto Harbour pending the completion of infrastructure upgrades that eliminate sewage spills in the area.
Recommendation #7: Open (or re-open) beaches in Toronto to help the growing population connect with the lake, restoring the number of recreational water areas to at least 25.
Recommendation #8: Ensure that the Port Hope low-level radioactive waste cleanup program meets all of Ontario’s air and water quality objectives.
Recommendation #9: Restore or protect coastal wetlands whenever and wherever possible.
Recommendation #10: Set clear, simple, objective benchmarks that indicate whether the health of the Great Lakes is improving. Then monitor results and share the findings routinely with the public and stakeholders.
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Soumis le 4 septembre 2019 5:27 PM
Commentaire sur
Nouvelle proposition d’Accord Canada-Ontario concernant la qualité de l'eau et la santé de l'écosystème des Grands Lacs
Numéro du REO
019-0198
Identifiant (ID) du commentaire
33519
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