I have a petition entitled “Stand Up for Local Conservation Authorities.
“To the Legislative Assembly of Ontario:
“Whereas the Ford government’s devastating changes to the Conservation Authorities Act and Bill 23 create substantial risks to people, properties and the environment; and
“Whereas these changes allow developers to dig, build, and excavate without oversight from conservation authorities; and
“Whereas Ford’s government would allow the sale of conservation lands—including endangered or threatened species habitat, wetlands, and areas of natural and scientific interest; and
“Whereas these changes will increase risks of flood, fires, and droughts in our province;
“Therefore we, the undersigned, petition the Legislative Assembly of Ontario to reverse the reckless and harmful changes so conservation authorities can properly protect Ontario’s watersheds and wetlands.”
Speaker, I would add that it’s the 70th anniversary of Hurricane Hazel.
This is an important petition. I will add my name to it and give it to Tyler to take to the table.