Sure. Since 2011 Parks Canada has conducted consultations with more than 150 organizations and has received comments from about 11,000 Canadians. It is as a result of those consultations that we are here today examining the bill before us. As well, Canadians have been invited to participate in consultations on a draft 10-year management plan for the proposed park. At recently held public open houses in the greater Toronto area, we also received a lot of support on the management plan.
I fully recognize and appreciate the need to consult with many stakeholders on this important piece of legislation, but I also recognize the importance of taking action, which is why this government has taken steps to protect a unique and pristine part of this ecosystem.