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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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As a Torontonian since 1976 and a proud member of the Turtle Protector’s/ Mishiikenh Gizhaasowin : specifically located along the Humber river; I strongly oppose this changed to the endangered species act. 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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148466

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Bill 5 is a terrible idea. It will significantly weakening protections for species at risk, at a time when your government should be protecting the already dwindling biodiversity. 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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148470

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This is a catastrophic move. As our natural spaces are being destroyed by human caused climate change, we need to be increasing our support of endangered species and green spaces, not trying to accelerate this ecological emergency as Bill 5 will do. 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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148471

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The language used in this change of the act is highly damaging to the species at risk within the province; namely the change in definition of how we protect our Endangered plants in the province. 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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148472

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I support the comments made by the Canadian Environmental Law Association, that, in CELA’s view, “Schedule 2 of Bill 5 proposes an excessively narrow definition of animal habitat is analogous to just protecting a house bedroom, but omitting any protection for other important areas (i.e. 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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148474

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This bill is wrong and offensive to someone like me who loves nature and cares about the environment. It weakens all kinfs of environmental protection of plants animals and the environment they live in. Please consider future generations and do not pass this bill

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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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148475

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I strongly appose the proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and the proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025 as it prevents the current cabinet from being held accountable, fails to take the proper precautions to protect and restore the populations of Species at risk, a 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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148485

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Unleashing the economy? The phrasing suggests freedom, but in reality, we know this will mean unchecked development. The Ford government has shown time and time again that their priority is ignoring the good of Ontario in order to line the pockets of developers. 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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148490

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I am concerned with the amount this current government already refuses to follow protocol and constantly circumvents their constituents wishes, that being given the ability to essentially bypass all regulations, will allow unprecedented damage to the environment, as well as a complete disregard for 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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148491

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Our municipal processes, environmental protections, and indigenous consultation are not "red tape", they are completely necessary procedures to ensure we are developing responsibly and in the right direction and not making mistakes that we, our neighbours, and our planet will pay for later. 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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148495

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I am absolutely appalled that such a bill is even being considered. Why are we purposefully destroying our planet for the sake of developers? Even the summary of the bill itself is shocking to read, stating that protecting species at risk is "complicated and takes too long". Seriously? 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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148502

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I strongly oppose Bill 5!!! Bill 5 erodes environmental protections, labour protections, etc and threatens Indigenous Rights and therefore, Bill 5 must be repealed. 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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148503

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I support a politician who prioritizes environmental protection and advocates for stronger regulations. Not the opposite. Bill 5 is a disgrace. I can’t believe that in 2025 a government thinks it is acceptable to destroy the habitat of endangered species in the name of building homes. 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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148508

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I oppose Bill 5 and the proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act. Developers should be responsible for helping steward and maintain the balance of Ontario’s ecosystems, and allowing for the expedition of development contracts is unlikely to encourage that kind of mindset.

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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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148509

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I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act (ESA) in Ontario. The ESA is a critical piece of legislation that exists to protect species at risk and their habitats. Read more

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