Ding Dong, the Mega Quarry Is Dead

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Published on Saturday, 24 November 2012 15:13

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The Melancthon Mega Quarry is dead. A coalition of farmers, foodies, artists, First Nations and environmentalists have stopped the biggest quarry proposal in Canada.

The news spread like wildfire on social media after the Highlands Company announced on Wednesday it was withdrawing its application to build a limestone quarry, citing lack of community support.

The fight against the quarry was more than nimbyism, and all Ontarians are winners. People rallied to protect the fresh water and beautiful farmland of our province. It is clear that we want government to make sure food and water come before aggregates.

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By Mike Schreiner, Leader of the Green Party of Ontario

Posted in the "Huffington Post, Nov. 24, 2012 Edition

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