Those interested in the industrial jobs proposed for McNab-Braeside Township have until Saturday to express their opinions to the Provincial Government on a Ministerial Zoning Order issued by Steve Clark.
The former Minister’s MZO allowed lands for the project to be fast-tracked for development back in the summer of 2021.
Present Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Paul Calandra ordered the review just before Christmas.
Tom Peckett, a former Mayor of the Township, continues to advocate for the initiative.
Since leaving office, Peckett has acted as a resource for the informal German consortium planning relocations to the Township.
A number of firms are involved- Thermal Energy and Wolf Industries already have, or are increasing their presence in McNab-Braeside as we speak.
Others of the firms have been hampered by the Ukrainian conflict; one of the industries with property in Russia had it seized in by Putin, in a reciprocal sanctions spat.
Peckett is a firm believer the promised jobs will be good for his community.
The window of opportunity to register your comments is closing quickly.
Members of the public can weigh in with their comments by visiting the Ontario Environmental Registry and searching for McNab-Braeside O. Reg. 537/21 and McNab-Braeside O. Reg. 538/21
Interested parties are encouraged to submit their feedback no later than Saturday, January 27th, 2024.
By Rick Stow
