I am opposed to the proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act. Allowing the government to take species of the SARO List removes the independence of the listing process. Creating no protection zones goes against the reason to have endangered species legislation.
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Very simply, we need more protections for our vulnerable sectors, not less. We must break the pattern of allowing short-sightedness and reactive behaviours to rule the day. We don’t progress as a nation of peoples on this planet without the support of biodiversity. Period. I’m not a scientist.
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I’m writing to express my opposition to Bill 5, specifically to Schedules 2 and 10 proposing changes to and eventual repeal of the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and the creation of the Species Conservation Act, 2025.
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I am concerned this act is not a good replacement for the existing system & other methods should be considered to improve the speed of permitting rather than removing the need altogether because the need is still there.
I am a proud member of the Turtle Protectors / Mishiikenh Gizhaasowin in Toronto.
It is an Indigenous led stewardship program that advocates, supports and protects turtles in High Park , on the Humber River , The Brickworks and various locations All over the city.
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Ontario is not for sale.
At risk species need protection from developers.
Environmental rules, safety standards and local bylaws must be maintained and followed.
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I am writing to express deep concern about Bill 5 and your government’s continued efforts to dismantle Ontario’s environmental safeguards.
Fast-tracking major infrastructure projects without proper environmental assessments or Indigenous consultation is irresponsible and dangerous.
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May 17, 2025
Public Input Coordinator – Species at Risk Protection
Species at Risk Branch
40 St Clair Ave West
Toronto, ON M4V 1M2
ERO # 025-0380
Sent by email ESAReg@ontario.ca
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I am deeply saddened to hear that Ontario is planning to eliminate the Endangered Species Act. This represents a major a step backwards, during a critical time for biodiversity.
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While the ESA can be a cumbersome process which requires far more time than should be required, and is not always based in science, the proposed stripping of protections will not advance infrastructure and home building, nor will it continue to protect the species and environments that are vital to
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I understand that reduction of duplication with federal laws provides a more streamlined approach, and that economic considerations are necessary for growth, especially for housing.
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Submission to the Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO) re ERO No. 025-0380
Proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and a proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025
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I strongly oppose Bill 5 and request its immediate withdrawal.
I want strong environmental protections for endangered species and species at risk.
I want science-based and full transparency decision making.
I oppose shortcuts for industry with no public and regulatory oversight.
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Public Input Coordinator – Species at Risk Protection
Species at Risk Branch
40 St Clair Ave West
Toronto, ON
M4V 1M2 May 17th, 2025
Re: 025-0380: Proposed interim changes to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and a proposal for the Species Conservation Act, 2025.
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I strongly oppose the proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act (2007) and the severely weakened protections for Species at Risk presented under the Species Conservation Act (2025).
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The proposed changes to/elimination of the Endangered Species Act raises many concerns. The province was already “failing its mandate to protect species at risk” according to a 2021 report by our provincial Auditor-General.
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