Comment
I support the extension to the Section 55 ESA Regulation. At this time I also support the formation of a multi-stakeholder panel to provide critical oversight and input on a workable solution for the ESA.
A two year extension is NOT enough!
5 years is definitely makes more sense and is much more reasonable for a panel to do its job more effectively and work through the very complex issues associated with forestry operating under the Crown Forest Sustainability Act and protecting species under the ESA.
The extension should be implemented ASAP after the 45 day review period in order to ensure it is in place well in advance of the July expiry of the current Sect. 55 Reg.
The result of an inadequate solution to the ESA will be catastrophic wood supply reductions, mill closures,contractors out of business, stranded First Nation investments in the forestry economy, and severe socioeconomic and community impacts due to the loss of sustainable employment.
Personally this would mean job loss for myself, my wife, my parents, and not to mention the other 45 t families we employ. Our business also supports many other locally owned business and their families right here in our own community and surrounding communities.
Serious consideration is a must! I urge you to take the time to do this right!
[Original Comment ID: 212887]
Submitted March 6, 2018 2:59 PM
Comment on
Amendments of Ontario Regulation 242/08 (General Regulation - Endangered Species Act, 2007) relating to forest operations in managed Crown forests, incorporating species recently listed to the Species at Risk in Ontario List, and safe harbour
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013-1669
Comment ID
3575
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