Farm groups met on June 4 to discuss Alto’s invitation to sign a collaboration agreement related to the proposed high-speed rail project.
Representatives concluded that signing such an agreement would not be in the best interests of their members at this time. Representatives cited the need for greater transparency and open communication with their memberships, as well as the need to gather, share, and discuss information and concerns openly. While the groups have declined to sign the agreement, they remain committed to working together to ensure agricultural land is not sacrificed for the proposed high-speed rail corridor.
Farm groups oppose the Toronto to Quebec City high-speed rail corridor as proposed because it would affect some of the most productive agricultural land in Ontario and Quebec. Farm groups call for a pause to the project for meaningful consultation and intentional exploration of low impact alternatives.
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