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Proposed boundaries for the regional consolidation of Ontario’s conservation authorities

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The history of Ontario's CAs is documented in A. H. Richardson's book titled: Conservation BY the People. It shows how, more than 100 years ago, concerned citizens recognized the importance of preserving wetlands and forests and protecting watersheds. Read more

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Proposed boundaries for the regional consolidation of Ontario’s conservation authorities

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176862

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Locally based decision making and accountability is important for conservation! The reason for this amalgamation has not been justified. The creation of less localized authorities would harm responses to local issues. Read more

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Proposed boundaries for the regional consolidation of Ontario’s conservation authorities

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176863

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Please leave the LRCA (Lakehead Regional Conservation Authority) as it currently is. Our region is vast and having an office locally makes a huge difference. Personally, I have used the services of the LRCA on several occasions and have been more than Read more

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Proposed boundaries for the regional consolidation of Ontario’s conservation authorities

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176864

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I do not support this proposed consolidation of conservation authorities to large regional entities. The current system of watershed based management is more representative of existing landforms and geology that the broad sweeps represented in the current proposal. Read more

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Proposed boundaries for the regional consolidation of Ontario’s conservation authorities

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176866

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Conservation Authorities work best when decisions are made close to the land and the people affected Local knowledge of soils, drainage, flood risk, and land use is critical to safe and sustainable development Read more

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Proposed boundaries for the regional consolidation of Ontario’s conservation authorities

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176867

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I wholly disagree with this plan. As a taxpayer who pays over 150k per year in taxes this is ridiculous - you think saving the tiny amount this will save is worth the ruining of the trails and conservation areas my family use almost daily? Give your head a shake. Read more

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Proposed boundaries for the regional consolidation of Ontario’s conservation authorities

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176870

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I vehemently opposed the proposed plan to consolidate Ontario's conservation authorities. Local conservation authorities have the knowledge, expertise, and understanding of what local communities want and need. Read more

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Proposed boundaries for the regional consolidation of Ontario’s conservation authorities

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176871

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I am very much against the almalgamation of Conservation areas. I personally enjoy conservation areas and parks all over the province on a regular basis. I also encourage others to get out and teach responsible enjoyment of these areas. Read more

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Proposed boundaries for the regional consolidation of Ontario’s conservation authorities

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176876

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I strongly oppose the proposed amalgamation of conservation authority boundaries in Ontario. This approach threatens the vital local expertise and tailored conservation efforts that each authority brings to their respective communities. Read more

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