I have lived in Waterloo,…

I have lived in Waterloo, Ont. for over 45 years. Here in Waterloo, our city and regional government have worked hard to balance growth with environmental protection. I find it extremely disconcerting that the Provincial Government is moving to allow Bill 66 to undermine the protection for farmland, drinking water sources and areas of aquifer recharge, and environmentally sensitive areas. We need to manage our growth in a more sustainable way, not continue to expand our urban sprawl into more and more areas of rural or environmental significance. Bill 66 is a gift to developers, but it is not clear how that will make Ontario more competitive. I urge the government to reconsider Bill 66, and instead ensure that we in Ontario continue to live in one of the best places on the Earth - a place where development and growth are balanced by the awareness of the need to preserve and protect. Thank you.