Impact of Ontario's Bill 5 on Environment and Rights

This chapter explores Ontario's Bill 5 and its ramifications for environmental regulations and Indigenous rights, particularly focusing on the potential weakening of the Endangered Species Act. It highlights concerns over special economic zones that could exempt projects from existing laws, threatening biodiversity and ecological integrity. The discussion emphasizes the importance of civic engagement and inclusivity in environmental governance, urging active participation from all communities to safeguard nature and ensure equitable access to natural spaces.