Canada's national are critically important for both the preservation of nature, and for people’s ability to enjoy protected nature. Dedicated by law to be used so as to leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations, they carry the legal mandate to be managed primarily for ecological integrity.
Alberta’s provincial parks contribute to the network and connectivity of our park and wilderness landscapes. Provincial parks are challenged to balance environmental protection with tourism and recreation opportunities while ensuring that the protection of ecological integrity is the priority. There are currently eight distinct designations in Alberta which eminate from three different statutes. These designations are currently being reviewed by the Government of Alberta and will be consulting with Albertans into the future.
Unfortunately, a steadily increasing amount of data indicates that Canada’s national and provincial parks are not ecologically secure. Canada and Alberta must re-commit to ensuring the long-term security of nature in these most precious of places.
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