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64063

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I was very dismayed to see the government go back on their words published last year in the Toronto Star where Minister Steve Clark stated that the government was "not going to entertain any conversations about a land swap" in regards to Ontario's Greenbelt. Read more

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64359

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With the movement toward climate change, recession looming to develop in green spaces makes no sense. Green spaces moderate temperatures, ensure clean water and and make homes for diverse ecosystems. Read more

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64871

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I am opposed to the use of Minister Zoning Orders to open up sections of the Greenbelt for development. This is a blatant use of special powers to override land protections for the good of our environment, and is extremely short sighted attempt to address our housing crisis.

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70377

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I strongly oppose revoking this zoning order. Pleae keep all protections in place. I understand the need for more housing, more housing can be built within the current boundaries, please increase housing density instead of touching our greenbelt and wetlands. Mary

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71268

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First, the excessive use of MZOs is totally inappropriate and against our democratic purposes. Second, all areas of greenbelt land in Southern Ontario must be preserved, particularly farmland to prevent potential food insecurity. Therefore I am strongly against this proposal. Read more

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76396

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City of Pickering

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The revocation of the Minister Zoning Order Ontario Regulation 154/03 is supported. It is consistent with the City's comments in relation to ERO postings 019-6216 and 019-6304. Please see the related comments in the attachment. Read more