I am strongly opposed to…

I am strongly opposed to Ontario’s proposal to consolidate its Conservation Authorities into a small number of regional entities, as outlined in Environmental Registry of Ontario Notice ERO 025-1257.

I join with the Wildlife Conservation Society Canada and many others in urging the province to reconsider whether structural consolidation is the appropriate response to the challenges identified in this Notice. Ontario already possesses the legislative tools and institutional capacity needed to strengthen
consistency, performance, and modernization across Conservation Authorities without
dismantling watershed-based governance. A more constructive path forward would build on
this foundation, working collaboratively with Conservation Authorities, municipalities, and
watershed communities to enhance effectiveness while preserving the independence and local
accountability that have long been central to protecting people, property, and ecosystems
across the province.

The creation of a huge regional conservation authority will not only decrease accountability but increase bureaucracy, costs and timelines for local communities.

Watershed decisions should be based on science, geography, and local hydrology, not overly large administrative boundaries.

This is not is our best interest and that is why I am opposed.

Thank you for your consideration.