The proposal to authorize…

The proposal to authorize the opening of a huge quarry in lands adjacent to the Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands raises great concern for the stability of the wild animal population in the region. Have studies been completed which evaluate this impact? Similarly, drawing enormous amounts of ground water, as proposed will inevitably affect the availability of water in the area. In addition, it is likely that water quality will be negatively impacted as well. Have studies been completed to evaluate this potential for damage to the water supplies? It would be much too hasty to proceed with this project without complete certainty that animal life and water quality are fully protected, in keeping with Liberal government policies and existing statutes.