GUELPH — MPP for Guelph Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to a new report showing that development of the Duffins Rouge Agricultural Preserve (DRAP) will compromise the ecological integrity of the neighbouring Rouge National Urban Park.
The Duffins Rouge Agricultural Preserve is a cornerstone of Ontario’s Greenbelt, and one of …
GUELPH — MPP for Guelph Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to news that Hamilton councillors will enter talks with a provincial facilitator over development of Greenbelt lands in the area.
“Hamilton has been clear in its opposition to the expansion of its urban boundaries.
But while the government ploughs ahead with …
GUELPH — MPP for Guelph Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to news that the environmental assessment conducted on the proposed Ontario Place redevelopment did not take into account the addition of the Therme megaspa or the expansion of the Live Nation concert venue.
“Given this government’s environmental track record, it’s …
GUELPH — MPP Mike Schreiner released the following statement to mark Eid-al-Adha.
“I would like to extend warm wishes to all those celebrating Eid al-Adha today.
This important day in the Islamic calendar marks the end of the Hajj – the annual pilgrimage to the Kaaba in Mecca. Today, Muslims around the world gather …
GUELPH — MPP Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to a new report showing that communities reliant on the oil and gas sector are at risk of economic harm as Canada continues to over-invest in fossil fuel production.
“For years, we have seen report after report showing that clean energy is …
GUELPH — MPP Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to reports that the Premier gave feedback on a policy document that included information about the Greenbelt months before plans to open parcels for development were made public.
“The people of Ontario deserve a Premier who will be honest and transparent with …
GUELPH — MPP Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to new data showing that larger investors dominate condo ownership in smaller cities in Ontario.
Ontario’s housing crisis is at a boiling point – we can’t afford to wait to take action.
We’re already losing affordable rental towers in huge numbers as they …
GUELPH — MPP Mike Schreiner released the following statement to mark National Indigenous Peoples Day.
On National Indigenous Peoples Day, it’s important that we take time to celebrate the rich contributions and customs of Métis, Inuit, and First Nations peoples across Turtle Island.
Indigenous communities have fought hard to preserve their traditional practices, art …
GUELPH — MPP Mike Schreiner released the following statement in solidarity with Ontario workers fighting back against the government’s appeal of Bill 124.
“Bill 124 devalues and disrespects frontline workers. The consequences are plain to see: a healthcare system in crisis.
Since Bill 124 was introduced, public-sector workers have faced unfair wage caps and …
GUELPH — MPP Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to concerns from Collingwood’s town staff and council that the government’s proposed Provincial Planning Statement 2023 will lead to reckless urban sprawl and impede municipalities’ ability to manage growth.
“Turbo-charging costly sprawl. Putting unsustainable pressure on our public infrastructure. Destroying watersheds and …