Exploring the Conflict Between Development and Species at Risk in Ontario
Animal Law | Original Program Date: June 6, 2016
An insightful program on the intersection of Animal, Municipal and Environmental law which will explore the conflict between development and the conservation of species at risk, and their habitat in Ontario.
A range of speakers will discuss:
- Bird injury and death caused by bird window strikes, and reflected light as a contaminant under the Environmental Protection Act
- The Endangered Species Act, 2007 (ESA) as a framework for conservation and protection as well as the role of overall benefit permits
- The interaction between the ESA and provincial development policies and plans
PROGRAM CHAIRS
Alexandra Sadvari, Gowling WLG
Rachel Godley, J.D., LL.M. (Animal law)
SPEAKERS
Charles Hatt, Ecojustice
Sean Spisani, Stantec
Nicole Kopysh, Stantec
Katarzyna Sliwa, Dentons Canada