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Proposed amendments to the Mining Act 1990, Electricity Act 1998, and Ontario Energy Board Act 1998, to protect Ontario’s Economy and Build a More Prosperous Ontario.

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145464

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I am absolutely disgusted by this grave over use of power and complete disregard for Ontarians, First Nations, and the environment. Read more

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Proposed amendments to the Mining Act 1990, Electricity Act 1998, and Ontario Energy Board Act 1998, to protect Ontario’s Economy and Build a More Prosperous Ontario.

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145644

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Please find correspondence attached from Joseph B. Fobister, Lead Negotiator for the Grassy Narrows Lands Protection Team. Read more

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Proposed amendments to the Mining Act 1990, Electricity Act 1998, and Ontario Energy Board Act 1998, to protect Ontario’s Economy and Build a More Prosperous Ontario.

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145657

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I strongly oppose these amendments! The province needs to be fiercely protecting the environment during the beginning of this climate crisis. These amendments would do the opposite. Read more

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Proposed amendments to the Mining Act 1990, Electricity Act 1998, and Ontario Energy Board Act 1998, to protect Ontario’s Economy and Build a More Prosperous Ontario.

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145670

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Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters

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Subject: ERO 025-0409: Proposed amendments to the Mining Act 1990, Electricity Act 1998, and Ontario Energy Board Act 1998, to protect Ontario’s Economy and Build a More Prosperous Ontario Read more

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Proposed amendments to the Mining Act 1990, Electricity Act 1998, and Ontario Energy Board Act 1998, to protect Ontario’s Economy and Build a More Prosperous Ontario.

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145741

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Wildlife Conservation Society Canada

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Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks Ministry of Energy and Mines Re: Omnibus Bill 5: Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, 2025, including: Read more

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Proposed amendments to the Mining Act 1990, Electricity Act 1998, and Ontario Energy Board Act 1998, to protect Ontario’s Economy and Build a More Prosperous Ontario.

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145792

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The Georgian Bay Association, Georgian Bay Forever, and the Georgian Bay Land Trust jointly have serious concerns about the proposed Bill 5, the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, as it stands. This omnibus legislation dismantles key parts of Ontario's environmental protections Read more

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Proposed amendments to the Mining Act 1990, Electricity Act 1998, and Ontario Energy Board Act 1998, to protect Ontario’s Economy and Build a More Prosperous Ontario.

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145866

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MNO is concerned about: -the broad immunity for government actions which can limit legal recourse; -the effectiveness of consultation with Métis s.35 communities in practice; -the incorporation of the federal and Ontario Critical Minerals Strategies; Read more

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Proposed amendments to the Mining Act 1990, Electricity Act 1998, and Ontario Energy Board Act 1998, to protect Ontario’s Economy and Build a More Prosperous Ontario.

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145886

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Moose Cree recognizes your government’s interest in “cutting red tape” to accelerate mining and infrastructure projects in response to President Trump’s tariffs and threats against Canada’s economy—however, development cannot occur in Moose Cree’s Homeland without our consent. Read more

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Proposed amendments to the Mining Act 1990, Electricity Act 1998, and Ontario Energy Board Act 1998, to protect Ontario’s Economy and Build a More Prosperous Ontario.

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145900

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Canadian Renewable Energy Association

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About Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) CanREA is the leading national industry association advocating for wind energy, solar energy, energy storage and behind-the-meter solar & storage solutions in support of a reliable, affordable, and non-emitting electricity system. Read more

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Proposed amendments to the Mining Act 1990, Electricity Act 1998, and Ontario Energy Board Act 1998, to protect Ontario’s Economy and Build a More Prosperous Ontario.

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146413

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Ontario Nurses for the Environment (ONE) (Interest Group of RNAO)

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These amendments put the public at risk as they prioritize protection of the economy over commitments to prevent harm to public health and the environment. Read more

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Proposed amendments to the Mining Act 1990, Electricity Act 1998, and Ontario Energy Board Act 1998, to protect Ontario’s Economy and Build a More Prosperous Ontario.

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146469

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I have five major concerns with Bill 5: It will exempt certain projects from the Environmental Assessment Act, eliminating comprehensive analysis focused on human health and safety; It weakens the mining oversight of the Mining Act and curtails public consultation; Read more

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Proposed amendments to the Mining Act 1990, Electricity Act 1998, and Ontario Energy Board Act 1998, to protect Ontario’s Economy and Build a More Prosperous Ontario.

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146492

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While this amendment makes sense given the current U.S. tariff trade challenges that could lead to the ban of U.S. goods and services, the Ministry of Mines and Energy’s technical briefing released with the legislation uses the People’s Republic of China as their example of Read more

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Proposed amendments to the Mining Act 1990, Electricity Act 1998, and Ontario Energy Board Act 1998, to protect Ontario’s Economy and Build a More Prosperous Ontario.

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146924

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Individual

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Bill 5 should not become law because it does not respect the environment nor does it respect Indigenous rights. It's bad legislation put forth by a government with no apparent concern or respect for healthy First nation communities and environmental law. Read more

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Proposed amendments to the Mining Act 1990, Electricity Act 1998, and Ontario Energy Board Act 1998, to protect Ontario’s Economy and Build a More Prosperous Ontario.

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147206

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Pattern Canada

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Pattern Canada appreciates the opportunity to provide recommendations on the proposed legislative and regulatory amendments being made through Bill 5, Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025. Read more

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