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94539

Commenting on behalf of

Catholic Archdiocese of Toronto

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Please find the attached letter from the Catholic Archdiocese of Toronto re ERO Number 019-7684 - Proposed changes to the Ontario Heritage Act and O.Reg. 385/21 General with respect to certain alteration requests Read more

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94974

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Individual

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I 100% agree with preserving churches and other houses of worship. The Marian Shrine of Gratitude in Toronto is under a heritage review. Places of worship are essential for the mental health of a community. They provide art, peace of mind, and are a third space to meet people. Read more

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95071

Commenting on behalf of

Corporation of the City of Markham

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Please see attached Letter to Minister of Citizenship and Multiculturalism and the Markham Council Extract and Report in opposition to Bill 139, Schedule 14 - Amendment to the Ontario Heritage Act - Buildings Used for Religious Purposes. In summary: Read more

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95147

Commenting on behalf of

City of Hamilton

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Submitted on behalf of the City of Hamilton, Cultural Heritage Planning Team by Alissa Golden, Program Lead, below are the responses to the questions identified in the ERO posting. Read more

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95152

Commenting on behalf of

Town of Caledon

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The Town of Caledon appreciates the opportunity to comment on the proposed amendment to the Ontario Heritage Act and O. Reg. 385/21 General. Please find the Town's comments in the attached document. Read more

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95167

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Individual

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I am against this legislation for the following reasons: - the legislation is vague and open to abuse. It could be used by an owner (or applicant) who wishes to avoid maintenance and retention of certain features. - the term ‘religious practices’ is not defined; Read more

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95176

Commenting on behalf of

Community Heritage Ontario (CHO)

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This submission is from Community Heritage Ontario in opposition to the proposed changes to the Ontario Heritage Act included in Bill 139. Please see our attachment as approved by the Board of Directors on Sunday November 26, 2023. Summary of Key Concerns Read more

Comment ID

95187

Commenting on behalf of

City of Toronto City Planning Division

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Re: Proposed changes to the Ontario Heritage Act and O.Reg. 385/21 General with respect to certain alteration requests – ERO # 019-7684 Read more

Comment ID

95189

Commenting on behalf of

Bethel Canadian Reformed Church of Toronto

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Writing on behalf of the Bethel Canadian Reformed Church of Toronto in connection with the proposed changes to the Ontario Heritage Act and O.Reg. 385/21 General with respect to certain alternation requests. Karl J Veldkamp (for Philip Deboer, Corresponding Clerk). Read more