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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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147278

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I am extremely concerned by the replacement of the Endangered Species Act. Politicians and bureaucrats should not replace scientists in deciding which plants and animals should be protected. This bill also abolishes obligations for the government to create recovery strategies and report on them. 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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147282

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Ontario Home Builders' Association

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Please accept the attached full submission as our comment to the government’s request for feedback on a consultation for proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and a proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025, which is being submitted on behalf of OHBA and its 28 local ass 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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147284

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No for the following reasons: - would create ‘special economic zones’ where the government can suspend laws and regulations in order to build - doesn’t consider Indigenous Rights - protects the government against lawsuits 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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147288

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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. 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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147292

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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. 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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147298

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These changes do not support a viable future for our Province. The protections for Species at Risk and their habitats established under the Endangered Species Act (2007) were introduced to prevent developers from destroying sensitive habitats and harming our Province’s most vulnerable species. 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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147299

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Dear Premier Ford, I am writing you to stand with the hundreds of environmental organizations that are concerned about Bill 5. I’m writing to strongly condemn this bill, and ask that you: 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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147300

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I strongly oppose Bill 5. I want stronger protection for our environment and less shortcuts for industries trying to undermine their environmental responsibilities! I strongly 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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147305

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Proposing a bill that disregards environmental impact assessments, while also disregarding the endangered species act will set precedent to construct without reasonable consultation. This will harm much of the rare and endangered species in Ontario. 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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147306

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I think this is utterly pathetic for Doug Ford to make such an inhumane decision. Doug Ford has already caused enough damage by taking mental health funding and removing the rent cap. Read more

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