To Mr. Michael Helfinger,…

To Mr. Michael Helfinger,

Please consider this comment as part of the government consultations on Bill 66. I’m writing to voice my strong opposition to this legislation! We, the people of Ontario, are committed to MORE protection of our environment; our clean water, clean air and greenbelt NOT LESS which would be the result of this senseless bill.
Mr. Ford on the campaign trail when confronted with the backroom video of his indication to open up the Greenbelt to developers, came out and vociferously promised the "People" of Ontario that he would protect the existing Greenbelt.
Where are these promises reflected in Bill 66?
The Greenbelt protects Ontario farmland, forests, and nature. It provides habitat for wildlife and productive farmland that supports rural jobs, and a strong agricultural business sector. We the people who voted for Mr. Ford do not want the Greenbelt open for development.
Please do the right thing and advise the Ministers responsible to reverse the profound environmental rollbacks proposed in Bill 66.

Sicerely,
Ontario Citizen and Taxpayer