Windsor-West MP criticizes eased hazardous material restrictions in House of Commons [Video]

Brian Masse, Windsor West’s NDP Member of Parliament (MP), stood before the House of Commons on Friday, criticizing the eased hazardous material restrictions at the Ambassador Bridge.

During the Statements by Members, Masse stood and expressed his concerns, as the regulations come into effect in less than two weeks.

“The federal government and the province of Ontario have been silent!” Masse exclaimed.

“It seems they simply don’t care, even though the City of Windsor is opposed, as are the fire department and police association and many others.”

He continued, mentioning that Windsorites are stuck in a “state of uncertainty and fear.”

“We are allowing the profits of a U.S. billionaire to risk our water and our jobs,” he said.

“The lack of consultation, background studies and a clear safety plan is unacceptable. The community deserves to know which neighbourhoods will be affected and what protocols are in place, should an …