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Proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and a proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025

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The proposed changes to Ontario’s endangered species laws represent a significant shift away from science-based, preventative conservation toward a more industry-friendly, reactive model. Read more

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Proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and a proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025

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135333

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At a time when taking care of our environment and ensuring the future of our planet should be of utmost importance, the last thing we should be doing is removing environmental protections. It's a foolish and shortsighted strategy and will only weaken out ecosystems, waterways and flora and fauna. Read more

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Proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and a proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025

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135334

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I do not agree with Bill 5. This is detrimental to not only out environment, but the individuals that rely on the land in a sustainable way (ie. Indigenous peoples). Read more

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Proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and a proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025

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135336

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I oppose bill 5. I want stronger environmental protections and the protection of endangered species. I oppose shortcuts for industry. I oppose overriding the law in special econom

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Proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and a proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025

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135337

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There are environmental protections in place for good reason and to bypass those protections on a whim is absolutely unacceptable. Ford and his government should not have the single-handed power to change these regulations without extensive consultation from experts in environmental science. Read more

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Proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and a proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025

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135338

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I oppose this bill. I oppose shortcuts for industry. Please stop.protecting business and prioritize the environment. Once it's gone, we can't get it back. Short term financial.gains for a small few is not worth longterm loss for all the people of Ontario. Stop Bill 5 Read more

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Proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and a proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025

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135339

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I oppose bill 5. I want stronger environmental protections and the protection of endangered species. I oppose shortcuts for industry. I oppose overriding the law in special economic zones. I oppose the landfill in Dresden.

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Proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and a proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025

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135341

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I oppose bill 5. I want stronger protections for endangered species, and to protect existing habitats and protected areas more strongly. I oppose shortcuts to industry development with no well advertised public oversight. I oppose overriding the law in special economic zones. Read more

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Proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and a proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025

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135342

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I oppose Bill 5. I want strong environmental protections and do not agree with doing away with proper public consultation on what happens to the environment for financial gains. I oppose short cuts in industry. Read more

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Proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and a proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025

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135344

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I oppose bill 5. I want stronger environmental protections and the protection of endangered species. I oppose shortcuts for industry. I oppose overriding the law in special economic zones.

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Proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and a proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025

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135346

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I do not support this bill. Say "NO" to Bill 5! Environmental rules are in place because business will always choose short term profits over the long term good of the land and the citizens. Read more

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Proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and a proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025

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135347

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I completely disapprove of Bill five and the reduction in environmental security! We need more protections for endangered species and their habitat’s and passing this bill would be counterproductive. We can still improve our economy and keep our environment safe at the same time. Read more

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Proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and a proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025

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135352

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I oppose Bill 5. I want stronger environmental protections for endangered species. I oppose short cuts for industry, especially with no public oversight. I oppose overriding the law in special economic zones.

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