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I'm writing to request BlueTriton's application to renew Nestle's water extraction permit be denied.
As it appears conditions and requirements surrounding this permit have not changed from when it was granted to Nestle, all previous concerns related to short and long term sustainability, impact of resource extraction, and negative environmental impact remain valid and this permit renewal should be denied.
As if the above were not sufficient, proceeding with this permit renewal also disregards a Haudenoshaunee cease and desist order. A heavy handed approach by all government levels has had, and continues to have, disturbingly negative impacts on First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples. At this critical time in our country's and province's relationship with Indigenous peoples and when a number of Indigenous communities do not have potable drinking water, something that the rest of us take for granted, it is unbelievable that the Haudenoshaunee would be dismissed in this way.
Lastly, BlueTriton's website speaks of sustainability with respect to resources and production. While that may make shareholders feel better, there is nothing 'sustainable' about manufacturing thousands or millions of bottles of water and transporting them. There seems to be a lack of understanding regarding the most recent science, planetary boundaries and issue of carbon that we all must now tackle.
I will be keeping this government's decision regarding this matter in mind when it comes time to vote in the next election.