"I encourage the government to move forward to take the bold and wise step to expand the Greenbelt; a major step forward to ensure the viability of farms and farmers as well as food security in this province.

Organizations that have worked with the government, to this end, must applaud this positive announcement and should commit to continuing support of healthy agricultural systems."

"Growing the Greenbelt in Brant County is a positive step to safeguard its rich farmland, its water resources, and its natural heritage, which protects against climate change and fosters the local farming economy, while giving farmers security to make long-term investments in their farming communities. "

“More than 90 per cent of Ontarians agree that the Greenbelt is one of the most important contributors to the future of the province. Wellington County should be included in this expanded “bluebelt” to protect our water! We need comprehensive and effective regional protection of our critical potable water resources, working lands and natural heritage systems.”

"My husband, Bill, and I operate Eek Farms in the Holland Marsh. This year, the driest in 20 years, having access to the water from Lake Simcoe equates to our ability to feed people. Creating a Bluebelt will help to ensure a level of food security... Considering that 2% of the population feeds the other 98%, it is crucial that our Farmers can rely on clean, safe, secure supplies of water, now, and for generations to come."