Not mentioned in this article (or in the linked article): agricultural lands are taxed at a lower rate than every other kind except for natural heritage lands. What was the classification of these lands prior to the variance? How much tax revenue is Ontario forgoing?And who reaps the profit of the cash crops?
The biggest problem with climate predictions is that they are based on models.The evidence includes heat sensors; the expansion of cities has a direct impact on those data points.Solar panels use lithium batteries: have you ever seen a lithium mine? Have you ever seen a solar panel graveyard?I could go on, but I think Thomas Sowell said it best:"There are no solutions, only trade-offs."
In the 60s, 70s, and 80s, mental health institutions were closed. The intent was that people suffering from illnesses such as schizophrenia would then access "community-based supports." Guess what? Such supports were - and still are - few and far between.The road to hell is paved with good intentions. We failed some of the most vulnerable people in society.