I am very concerned about…

I am very concerned about this proposal. I think it will destroy a lot of the remaining wetlands at a time of environmental crisis regarding climate change and mass extinction. I read that Ontario has lost 72% of its wetlands. I live in Essex county, and the loss is above 90% here. Wetlands provide us with many services such as flood mitigation and providing habitat for a wide variety of flora and fauna on a full and part time basis. The destruction this proposal will cause cannot be undone even with changes to the legislation in the future. A healthy ecosystem takes thousands of years to mature and provide a high level of biodiversity. Many properties will be flooded.

I disagree with all removals of MNR from the proposal. Land use and conservation need a regional, coordinated approach.

I disagree with the removal of 4.1.2.1. and 4.1.2.2 regarding endangered species. Theses species should be given the consideration they are currently afforded.

I disagree with 4.1.2.5 and 4.1.2.6 where it talks of a ministry list being used instead of existing lists. The in addition part is fine.

I disagree with the removal of wetland complexes throughout the proposal. These are just as important as larger wetlands and should be considered as currently.

I disagree with the removal of Appendix 1 - locally important wetlands and planning boundaries. Municipalities should be allowed to maintain protection of lands that provide service to the municipality and also recognising indigenous relationships to the properties. Planning boundaries should remain as currently stated.