I am very concerned about…

I am very concerned about the proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act. These appear to water down protections that ought to be strongly implemented to maintain healthy ecosystems, ecosystems that are fundamental to human well being. Science shows that at least 50% of wilderness is needed for healthy biodiversity.

Ontario is home to 243 species already at risk of extinction from loss of habitat & changing climate. At the moment, routinely granted exemptions to the Act make it far too easy for development and industry to tear up and cut through critical habitat.

We need instead clearly defined no-go zones protect wildlife – while creating efficiencies for business by making it clear where development will or won’t be permitted. We need protections that lead to recovery for species-at-risk in Ontario– we don’t need changes that will drive more species to extinction.

Half of Canada’s wildlife are in decline – by a whopping 83 per cent. Provincial governments must be part of the solution. Tell Ontario species-at-risk habitat shouldn’t be open for business!