“The Premier insists on plowing ahead with the Holland Marsh Highway (Bradford Bypass), despite clear evidence that it would be an environmental disaster.
The highway would increase climate pollution by 87 million kilograms per year, pave over 42 acres of the Holland Marsh, and slice right through the Greenbelt.
Less than 30% of Lake …
TORONTO — Mike Schreiner made the following statement on the Paris Galt Moraine:
“If the past two years have taught us anything, it’s that health matters.
And that Ontarians need fresh air to breathe, healthy, local food to eat and clean water to drink.
That’s why it’s vital the government passes my bill: the Paris Galt Moraine Conservation …
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner made the following statement in response to this morning’s Auditor General report:
“The Auditor General report proves that the government did not adequately plan or transparently communicate on COVID-19 measures, something the I have repeatedly called the government out on.
The wrong stakeholders were consulted, the rationale for various measures was …
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner made the following statement in response to a new poll from Lake Simcoe Watch regarding the Holland Marsh Highway (Bradford Bypass):
“The Premier should listen to local voices and cancel the Holland Marsh Highway (Bradford Bypass).
According to a new poll from Lake Simcoe Watch, a plurality of local voters in …
QUEEN’S PARK – This morning, Mike Schreiner reintroduced pivotal legislation to protect the Paris Galt Moraine.
“It is critical that we protect water,” Schreiner said. “Both now and for future generations. This bill provides model legislation to protect moraines across the province.
“As the climate crisis worsens, Ontario needs to preserve its water supplies …
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner made the following statement regarding Carruthers Creek:
“Carruthers Creek needs to be protected and added to the Greenbelt.
These vital wetlands protect the region from flooding and are a crucial source for fresh, clean water.
Giving developers the greenlight to pave over the wetlands is a direct invitation for flooding …
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner released the following statement ahead of tomorrow’s Fall Economic Statement:
“Ontario needs investments in a green and caring recovery, not the Premier’s highway schemes.
Instead of spending billions on Highway 413, which is a climate, fiscal and economic disaster, I’m calling on the government to invest in healthcare, mental …
Watch Mike Schreiner’s messageGUELPH — Mike Schreiner released the following statement on today’s Global Climate Strike:“Today is the Global Climate Strike. And as people from around the globe rally together to demand stronger climate action from our governments, I’m inspired by the youth in Ontario, Canada and across the world who have …
TORONTO — Mike Schreiner released the following statement on Zero Emissions Day:
“Zero Emissions Day would be a great time for the Premier to finally commit to stop subsidizing fossil fuels.
We’re facing a climate emergency.
The International Energy Agency confirmed in May that the world must stop investing in new fossil fuel projects this …
TORONTO — Mike Schreiner released the following statement regarding the wildfires and evacuations of First Nations communities in northwestern Ontario:
“Forest fires are raging across northwestern Ontario and forcing First Nations communities to evacuate, but this government continues its anti-climate agenda.
As the climate emergency worsens, severe weather events like forest fires will become …