I have a strong objection to…

I have a strong objection to the entire proposal for using hunters to manage cormorants, a native species. The Min of Natural Resources should be proponents for wildlife and not react with such a poor govt. proposal that essentially culls a native species because some citizens feel that it is harmful to fish or property.

How about recognizing ordinary citizens that want healthy lakes and rivers and recognize all species play a role in the natural balance.

I live in central Ontario and want to enjoy it . Hunters do not manage my wildlife.

What is this Minister and govt doing? Get going on educating the public including the angler/commercial fish lobby that cormorants are NOT the reason the fish are disappearing.

PS. Minister Yakabuchi needs to get the facts. His appearance on CBC radio call-in was not factual and just embarrassing. He far exaggerated the consuming of fish with hyperbole. Ministers use facts. Claiming he just got the post 2 or 3 months ago was awful. His Ministry. His Proposal. He could not answer questions. Represent the environment and wildlife Minister. It needs help. Save this species.