For Immediate Release – MPP for Guelph Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to the passage of Bill 5:
“Today, the government silenced debate from the opposition, ignored all the people who have voiced concerns, and recklessly rammed through Bill 5.
This is a shameful demonstration of yet another power grab by the government.
Bill 5 is a direct and unprecedented attack on the sovereignty and rights of First Nations, environmental protections, labour laws and the democratic rights of all Ontarians. It threatens the planet, and the people and places we love in Ontario.
But make no mistake, the fight does not end here. We will continue to stand with First Nations and people across the province until the government repeals this destructive and anti-democratic legislation.”