Uncontrolled development has led to environmental degradation, the destruction of habitats, and species being in danger of extinction. Rigorous comprehensive and science-based environmental review is required to preserve diminishing natural habitats.
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I strongly oppose this act, as it puts into further harms way very vulnerable species. We in Ontario have a responsibility to protect our delicate biodiversity, to hold in importance the interconnected nature of all beings.
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Very confusing proposal that bypasses existing endangered species regulations with some promise of replacing existing Endangered Species act with an more optimized act in the future.
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I strongly oppose the proposed bill that would remove protections for endangered species in Ontario. The proposed bill will accelerate destruction of habitat and harm species and their environments. This does not balance the needs for development and protecting the environment.
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I strongly oppose Bill 5, the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act. This legislation poses a serious threat to Ontario’s natural heritage, democratic processes and Indigenous rights.
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I strongly oppose Bill 5. It will jeopardize local communities and the environments they live in. I oppose shortcuts for industry. I want strong environmental protections and meaningful Indigenous consultation. Now more than ever we need to value our environment, climate and community.
These proposed changes are an assault of what makes Ontario a desirable place to live. We should be enhancing the laws to protect forests, wetlands, farmlands, wildlife and biodiversity, not gutting them.
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This gutting of the Endangered Species Act turns species protection into a very bad joke. It is absurd to consider it adequate to protect just the burrow, nest or other home plus the "immediate surrounding area", and to think you've somehow protected that species.
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I oppose Bill 5. I grew up camping once a month, connecting with wildlife made me who I am. We need stronger protection for our beloved animals in Canada. We are known for our wildlife, stripping away their safety is stripping Canadians of their connection to the land we live on.
Government of Ontario:
Ontarians want prosperity, but not at the cost of clean water, wildlife, democratic integrity, and Indigenous rights.
There is a better way forward:
🎯Retain independent scientific review for species protection, and invest in habitat conservation.
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Pattern Canada appreciates the opportunity to provide recommendations on the proposed legislative and regulatory amendments being made through Bill 5, Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025.
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We need legislation in full support of wildlife species, particularly those at risk. Without native wildlife, we will not have a functioning planet to live on, and in turn will have no place for homes or infrastructure.
There will be no land to live on without proper environmental protections, rules and regulations. I do not support this proposal and I am incredibly disappointed with this major proposed step backwards.
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Hello
Please please reconsider the Bill 5 proposal.
It is imperative NOW that we protect our fragile habitat.
To allow building and development without public consultation is very very wrong and short sighted.
Who benefits ?
Thanks
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This is a terrible idea and I strongly oppose this.
The government does not have the training or expertise to be able to declare whether a species is at risk or not. Please leave this to the experts and do not prioritize political expedience over endangered species. This is a backwards policy.
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Requesting that the Ontario government does not remove and/or weaken protection of Ontario's natural environment and native species.Nature needs a place to grow too.
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