Mr. Speaker, I rise today to present a petition on the protection of the western basin of Lake Erie.
The petitioners point out that the western basin of Lake Erie is home to Carolinian flora and fauna, migrating and passive birds, butterflies and marine ecosystems that need to be managed for sustainable use while protecting the area for future generations.
The petitioners point out that conservation and protection practices need to be managed due to the high use of this area.
The petitioners also point out that on June 30, 1997, the national parks directorate of Parks Canada, run through the heritage resource centre at the University of Waterloo, identified this region as a candidate for a national marine conservation area as an outstanding natural area with historic Canadian significance and encourage public appreciation, awareness, understanding and enjoyment of the area.
The petitioners call on the Government of Canada to undertake an updated feasibility study.