I strongly oppose the…

I strongly oppose the proposed changes to the legislation to create a cormorant hunting season. Double crested cormorants are a native species whose population is at best stable. They do not negatively affect fish populations. In fact, they help to create healthy fish populations by eating invasive species. They are a natural and healthy part of Ontario's environment. It would be unconscionably cruel to allow sport hunters to pick them off, especially during nesting season. The proposed changes would also have a very negative impact on other species that nest near to cormorants.