As young, Environmental…

As young, Environmental science professional in Ontario who works on Coastal stewardship and management projects the Endangered Species Act fits directly under the mandate of my work.

After reading through the discussion paper I believe most of the proposed changes suggest ways to remove most limits for development activities (industrial etc.), and making it easier to bypass protection of the most vulnerable species.

Biological diversity of flora and fauna is important to the resiliency of our ecosystems. Biodiversity is already under threat- from competing land uses, pollution, population growth and human activities.

The province of Ontario should be leading the way in biodiversity conservation, environmental stewardship and responsible management of natural resources for the health of future generations.

Thank-you.