Although I recognise the…

Although I recognise the importance of industry, I am concerned that this legislation may allow industry to bypass clean water and environmental policies that have been created for very good reasons. It is my hope that this government, and any legislation it passes, will promote Ontario's economic growth and development without compromising the cleanliness of our water or the sustainability of our environment. I trust that the government is aware of its obligations to future generations to leave them not only a functioning economy, but also a healthy environment. I trust that this government will no abdicate its moral and practical responsibilities in this regard and amend this legislation to address any oversights pertaining to these matters that may be enclosed therein.