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On Oct. 2, following a summer full of protests, the provincial government released their outline for the controversial “special economic zones” (SEZs) as part of Bill 5. These new guidelines continue to bypass the concerns of First Nations and many Ontarians. On October 20th, Ontario Nature, Legal Advocates for Nature’s Defence, National Farmers Union – … Read More “Bill 5 Update – Special Economic Zones (SEZs)” »

Register for the September 10th workshop HERE Can’t make the workshop? Fill out the online survey HERE before September 5th Please send a quick email to Councillors today to tell them about your concerns about heavy industrial development in Cainsville. Time for public feedback closes September 30, 2025!  Talking points and email contacts are below! … Read More “Contact Brant County Council Re: Proposed Expansion of Heavy Industrial Development in Cainsville” »

Date last updated Consultation on Development of Cainsville as a “Premier Industrial Hub”  Under the new Official Plan, Cainsville will greatly expand as an industrial hub, with much of the 376 hectares (929 acres) of land zoned for heavy industrial use and some general commercial use (See map below to find these zones). Employment In … Read More “Proposed Cainsville Development” »

As Canada begins to address the American tariffs, leaders are looking to promote economic growth. However, these bills threaten environmental protections, Indigenous rights, and workers rights. We are losing government transparency and democratic decision making. In Ontario, Bill 5 would allow special economic zones to be created, such as gravel pits, polluting industry, or subdivisions. … Read More “Kill the Bills Bypassing Your Rights: Get to Know Bill 5 and Bill C-5” »

Julia Deveau July 30, 2024 As Ontario adapts to higher summer temperatures, migrant farmworkers are particularly vulnerable to heat waves. While here on temporary work permits, many are afraid to speak up for better working conditions, as their employer can easily replace them. Migrant farm workers have closed work permits–tying them to their employer. If … Read More “Protect Ontario Migrant Farmworkers From the Heat” »

Lesley Pinto July 29, 2024 SUMMARY Bella Gardens is a major industrial business subdivision slated for development in the east end of Brantford. The 98-hectare parcel of land is bordered by Garden Ave, Highway 403, Lynden Rd and Adam’s Rd, all within the Johnson Tract which is under land claim by Six Nations of the … Read More “Major Industrial Subdivision Coming to East Brantford” »

Ashley Perry July 10, 2024 SUMMARY The City of Brantford wants to expand Powerline Road between Paris Road and Brantford’s East boundary near Brantwood Farms to four lanes, due to massive planned development and population increase north of Powerline Rd. The area of study for the road expansion includes rural and agricultural land on the … Read More “Powerline Road Expansion” »

Protect what we love.Help to stop sprawl. Protect the environment & our health Please send an email today to OfficialPlan@brant.ca and ask that 2) that incineration of garbage (energy from waste) not be permitted because of the emissions and toxic ash that it creates, the expense, and the waste of precious resources that can be recycled … Read More “May 6 – Deadline to submit comments to the Official Plan” »