For immediate release:
May 25, 2007

Barrett to host Symposium on Energy Generation and Our Environment

Jarvis –MPP Toby Barrett is asking residents to mark down June 19th on their calendar for an evening of information, discussion and consultation regarding energy alternatives and their impact on the area’s environment.

Barrett will host a symposium, dubbed “Energy Generation and our Environment” on Tuesday, June 19 2007, 6:00PM to 10:00PM at the Jarvis Community Centre. Ontario Environment Commissioner Gord Miller will deliver the keynote address.

"I look forward to meeting with the people of Haldimand-Norfolk, to hear their ideas about the future of energy and environment in their community," Commissioner Miller stated.

To achieve balanced discussion, concerned stakeholders from all sides of the debate are welcome. The only prerequisites are being interested in energy generation and our environment, and a willingness to respect differing options.

“The bottom line is area residents must be provided with reliable information, and public consultations must be held prior to any movement in this regard,” Barrett asserted. “My position is clear – If Premier McGuinty wishes to approve new energy projects at Nanticoke, he must first make the case to area residents.

Those interested in attending, presenting or setting up displays at the June 19th symposium or asked to contact Toby Barrett’s office at 519-428-0446, or 1-800-903-8629.

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