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National Parks

69.2 National Parks

Whereas:

  • The geophysical characteristics of Canada are highly diverse.
  • The natural terrain, flora, and fauna are disappearing due to accelerating development.
  • Certain regions have unique characteristics that should be preserved for future generations.

Resolved:

  1. The National Council of Women of Canada (NCWC) requests that the Government of Canada, after consultation with affected peoples, take immediate action to create national parks in significant locations, including:
    • Atlantic Shore
    • Gaspé
    • Laurentian Forest
    • Great Lakes Shore
    • Muskoka
    • Prairies
    • British Columbia Rain Forest
    • Pacific Tidal Flats
  2. The establishment of a national park in the Pacific Tidal Flats from the Peace Arch to Point Roberts should be considered an urgent priority.
  3. The NCWC urges the Government of Canada to ensure that these parks:
    • Are large enough to preserve their natural integrity.
    • Maintain ecological viability.
    • Have protective measures outside park boundaries to safeguard their natural state.