There are a number of issues…

There are a number of issues myself and other constituents have with the bill in its current form here: https://www.ola.org/sites/default/files/node-files/bill/document/pdf/20…

Schedule 3 of bill 212, regarding highway 413 is very problematic. We are stewards of our environment and we owe it not just to ourselves but to our children, to protect the environment. The Environmental Assessment Act is a key component of that environmental stewardship. Building such a large infrastructure project without understanding the environmental impact of such infrastructure is wholly irresponsible and downright negligent.

I urge you to work with your party and other MPPs to make the voices of your constituents heard. We do not want Highway 413, and we certainly do not want it to proceed without proper assessment as required by the Environmental Assessment Act.

A preliminary report has found that Highway 413 will have massive negative impacts on our environment, air quality, and precious agricultural greenbelt. If this is what a basic report can anticipate, surely such a project must require a more thorough assessment conducted by the government.

Meanwhile Schedule 4 adds nothing but red tape to bike lanes. Countless studies have shown that bike lanes save lives, and improve the environment while also having minimal negative impact on car users.

Why are you adding red tape to bike lanes, but removing it from Highway 413?

Again I urge you to ensure the voices of your constituents are heard, and we want better bike infrastructure!

Sincerely,

Ontarian