Ontario has divided its Ecozones into 14 Ecoregions, which are in turn subdivided into Ecodistricts, then Ecosections, then Ecosites, then Ecoelements. These divisions are based on unique climate, demographics, watersheds and more.
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We are in a climate crisis. Simple as that. More than ever we need to protect our coastal waterways and wetlands from development and destruction. Sault Ste. Marie is unique in that it is surrounded by beautiful waterways, parks, scenic trails, forest, vegetation, animal species….. the list goes.
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I oppose the consolidation of conservation authorities because sufficient information has not been provided as to the approach to consolidation. Consolidating multiple organizations is an expensive and time consuming process, from a people, policy and technology perspective.
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Attached are the Township of Huron-Kinloss' comments regarding the proposed consolidated boundaries and board makeup of Ontario's conservation authorities.
The Comments focus on the Township's concerns in Key areas such as:
Preserving a rural, agricultural focus for decision making,
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Please do NOT consolidate ANY of our Ontario Conservation Authorities! They are separate for good reasons, and each Authority has a distinct area of specialization and requires its own management to operate effectively.
This is wrong on so many levels.
A development driven express lane along watersheds, wetlands, EPA lands can only lead to horrible results.
Theres an old saying, measure twice and cut once.
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This is a bad idea. Consolidation does nothing but create mess and confusion, and will
Make these authorities less knowledgeable about their areas. Specialized knowledge is integral to good maintenance and supervision.
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Locally-based conservation areas ensure that their knowledge and practices are specifically related to the local hazards and conditions within the watershed.
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The Hiawatha Highlands is a great place I have used it for over 52 years Please do not amalgamate Its very well operated with also lots of volunteers including me If this happens l am one of many who will have to step aside. If it isn’t broke don’t fix it In other words do not change it Thanks
I disagree with this amalgamation. You are unlikely to value these comments to change your mind, but please reconsider given the strong opposition from nearly all in the province. This change of process will be incredibly costly. You are changing other legislation now, wait before you change this.
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You are combining conservation authorities together that over see watersheds that can have similarities, are also very different. Take the proposed st Lawrence combined authority, 2 of the 5 watersheds that would make it up are highly controlled compared to the other 3.
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The following describes several areas of concern relating to the consolidation of Conservation Authorities:
Reduced Transparency and Local Autonomy
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It seems like the Ford government is bound and determined to ruin the environment. He tried with the Greenbelt and now he is weakening the conservation areas. The people of this province have no way to stop him and his rich benefactors. It hurts my heart.
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Hello. Thank you for the opportunity to submit comments on this proposal. I have many concerns about what is proposed and offer the following points for consideration:
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"Form follows function"
This is a principle that is at the core for many disciplines including administrative management.
The proposal for CA consolidations ignores this important tenet.
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I am concerned this consolidation will result in slower approvals as boards could be 70 plus people under current rules and the new conservation areas will too large in area for local knowledge of watersheds which is important for making informed decisions regarding planning approvals.
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