Nova Scotia BANS strolling through the woods this summer

Nova Scotia BANS strolling through the woods this summer

On August 5th, the Nova Scotia government banned all entry into forests – even for hiking or picnicking – in the name of wildfire prevention, with shocking $25,000 fines for violations. In this video, CCF Litigation Director Christine Van Geyn exposes the extreme overreach of this blanket ban, explaining why it’s a dangerous example of “safetyism” and creeping authoritarianism.

This policy isn’t just about fire prevention, it’s about disguising government control as public safety. Watch to learn what’s really happening, how you can help, and why this fight matters for every Canadian who values liberty.

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