I firmly reject the Ministry…

I firmly reject the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry’s proposal to allow new licenses and the transfer of licenses for train and trial areas in Ontario.

I think this is a very inappropriate proposal to even be put forward by this government. Supposedly a government that is concerned for animal welfare - except for wildlife apparently. Penned hunting has been proven to cause significant distress to the penned animals and it is entirely unethical to even allow this in the first place. The proposed changes to allow new train and trial areas as well as transfer of licenses are a step in the wrong direction and demonstrate a lack of consideration for both animal welfare and the interests of the general public - beyond that of just the hunting community. It is incredibly disappointing to be represented by a government so unconcerned with animal suffering - I would really hope for more. No other Canadian province allows penned dog hunting - Ontario has an opportunity to be a leader in animal welfare rather than reverting to a cruel past. Instead of opening new applications, the province’s existing 24 facilities need to be closed immediately.

Do better. Be better than those that came before you - this is not it.