Keep Nova Scotia Trails Open:
Protect Our Forests Without Punishing Nature Lovers
Travel Bans are NOT the Solution to Wildfire Risks
On August 5th, Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston announced a province-wide ban on entering the woods until October 15th. He says this is needed to prevent wildfires. But it is a severe overreach. The travel ban applies to anyone entering the woods without special permission for hiking, camping, fishing, or any other reason. These restrictions violate our ancient constitutional liberties.
Keep Nova Scotia Trails Open for Responsible Recreation
We urge Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston to rescind this ban and implement targeted measures that protect our forests while respecting the rights of responsible nature lovers. For example, the province could temporarily ban activities that do create an increased risk of wildfires.
Sign the CCF’s petition to support safe, responsible access to Nova Scotia’s forests!
Stand With Us
I believe nature lovers should be FREE to responsibly enjoy our forests.
I demand the Nova Scotia government END this unreasonable, provincewide ban on entering the woods immediately, and replace it with targeted measures that RESPECT our constitutional rights.
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