Opponents of reopening a long-dormant dump in southwestern Ontario say they're disappointed with the passage of an Ontario bill that could clear the way for the project. But they say they are "fighting to the bitter end."

The chair of the board of Dresden C.A.R.E.D. said the organization will be partnering with First Nations to push back against the proposal despite the passage of Bill 5.

The bill, which passed on Wednesday and received royal ascent on Thursday, allows for the creation of so-called special economic zones in which "trusted proponents" could conduct business while being exempt from provincial or municipal laws and regulations — including requirements for permits and environmental assessments.

The bill specifically exempts "specified activities relating to the Chatham-Ken

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