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171375

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I am writing on behalf of Seniors for Climate Action Now! (SCAN!), of which I am a member. We are deeply concerned that the language in the draft regulations for The Special Economic Zones Act puts too much discretionary power in the office of the Minister. Read more

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171399

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I strongly opposes this proposal and request the repeal of Bill 5. The Special Economic Zones Act, 2025 violates the rule of law and undermines the rights of Indigenous communities, the public and nature. The draft regulation and SEZA should be withdrawn in full. Read more

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171446

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The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)

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Please find attached the Association of Municipalities of Ontario's Submission to this Environmental Registry of Ontario posting titled: "Successful Economic Zones - AMO's Submission on Proposed Special Economic Zones Criteria". Read more

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171452

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Town of Halton Hills

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Halton Hills staff welcome the opportunity to provide comments as part of the Provincial consultation on proposed regulatory framework under the Special Economic Zones Act, 2025. Town staff offer the following general comments: Read more

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171480

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Conservation Ontario

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Please find attached Conservation Ontario's comments on the "Consultation on Proposed Special Economic Zones Criteria" (ERO 025-1077). Conservation Ontario thanks the Province for the opportunity to comment on this proposal. Read more

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171485

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What is the mechanism to assess whether the creation of a SEZ has delivered on the promised in the legislation - to improve the economic wellbeing of the community and the province? It is critical to evaluate impact over time. Read more

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171486

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What is the mechanism to assess whether the creation of a SEZ has delivered on the promised in the legislation - to improve the economic wellbeing of the community and the province? It is critical to evaluate impact over time. Read more

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171505

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Ontario Bar Association

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Please accept the enclosed as the Ontario Bar Association's comments on both the proposed Special Economic Zones Criteria (ERO # 025-1077) and the proposed regulation under the Ontario Heritage Act (ERO # 025-1081). Read more

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171506

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Ontario Bar Association

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Please accept the enclosed as the Ontario Bar Association's comments on both the proposed Special Economic Zones Criteria (ERO # 025-1077) and the proposed regulation under the Ontario Heritage Act (ERO # 025-1081). Read more

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171517

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Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters

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The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters Foundation (OFAH Foundation) is dedicated to preserving Ontario's natural heritage through conservation research, habitat restoration, and educational initiatives that promote sustainable outdoor activities. Read more