Access Restrictions On Wooded Areas In Nova Scotia, New Brunswick Face Opposition
Nova Scotia and New Brunswick are facing opposition and threats of legal action after ordering residents to stay out of wooded areas and threatening hefty fines in an effort to prevent wildfires.
Both provinces banned hiking, camping, fishing, and vehicle use in wooded areas, with violators in Nova Scotia facing fines of up to $25,000.
The restrictions have prompted debate among residents and backcountry users, raised concerns about the impact on homeless people, and prompted an advocacy group to threaten a legal challenge...
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