I am writing to support…

I am writing to support revisions in the Building Code to incorporate bird collision mitigation. This includes the appropriate use of visual markers, specifications for window glazing and glass railings, and building-integrated structures. By doing this, Ontario could significantly reduce this major source of bird collisions and deaths and make meaningful progress toward the province's stated goal of protecting species and supporting conservation efforts to preserve Ontario’s rich biodiversity.

Sadly, the Ontario government has decided to remove the authority of municipal governments to enforce green building standards. This will result in the discontinuation of bird friendly building design guidelines that have been adopted and enforced through site plan control by municipalities across the province including in my home city of Ottawa.