I oppose the proposed…

I oppose the proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 (ESA). The purpose of the ESA is to protect species. The proposed changes will do the opposite. The changes will put Ontario's vulnerable species at greater risk by removing science-based assessment/decisions and allowing harmful activities in favour of industry and developers who will not necessarily plan for the best interest of these species. Allowing crucial habitat to be destroyed for short-term political or economic gain sacrifices species and their homes. No amount of money or business opportunity can bring back these species at risk should they disappear.