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· Order in Council / Provincial Recreation Area redesignation · in-force

Oic 2024 11 provincial recreation area redesignation

Rescinds the designation of seven provincial recreation areas and amends a prior Order in Council to remove references to them.

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What changed

  • The designation of Chisholm, Fort Vermilion, Gunn, Little Smoky River, Muriel Lake, Newbrook, and Raven Provincial Recreation Areas is rescinded.
  • Order in Council 390/97 is amended by striking out specific sections and schedules that previously referenced these seven provincial recreation areas.

Why it matters

  • Alters the legal status and management framework for the seven land areas previously designated as provincial recreation areas.
  • Changes the established public access and use rights associated with these specific provincial recreation areas.
  • May lead to different land use policies or management objectives for the affected areas, impacting their future use and conservation.

Other governance concerns

  • Changes to public land access and use rights
  • Alteration of land management frameworks

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