It is not necessary to…

It is not necessary to infringe on the Greenbelt because the affected municipalities all claim that they have enough urban land to accommodate the growth plans without having to build on the Greenbelt. I believe that most Ontarians support preserving the Greenbelt as it is. The Greenbelt provides us with fresh air, clean water, fantastic local food and drink, and world-class outdoor recreation and tourism experiences. Its permanent protection is essential for climate resilient communities and a thriving local economy. As you are well aware, the Greenbelt was created in 2005 to prevent further loss of farmland and natural heritage, restrict urban sprawl, work with the Growth Plan to develop vibrant communities where people can live, work and play. The Niagara Escarpment and Oak Ridges Moraine filter and replenish groundwater, and feed into the many river systems that flow though Canada's most developed region. The Greenbelt safeguards the vital resources that clean our air and water, reduces our flood risks, provides a home for wildlife, and ensures our communities have greenspace to explore. The health of the Greenbelt affects the quality of drinking water for more than 7 million Canadians.

Please do not go through with your plans to build on the Greenbelt!