Canada and British Columbia Announce Proposed Boundary for Consultation for the Southern Strait of Georgia National Marine Conservation Area Reserve
Consultations to begin immediately
(firmenpresse) - SIDNEY, BRITISH COLUMBIA -- (Marketwire) -- 10/13/11 -- Today, the Honourable Peter Kent, Canada's Environment Minister and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, announced with the Honourable Terry Lake, British Columbia's Minister of Environment, that the governments of Canada and British Columbia have agreed on a proposed boundary for a national marine conservation area reserve in the Southern Strait of Georgia also known as the Salish Sea. The proposed area extends from the southern tip of Gabriola Island to Saanich Inlet and Cordova Bay, just north of Victoria.
The ministers also announced that their governments will now undertake in-depth consultations with First Nations, local governments and stakeholders on the proposed national marine conservation area reserve.
"Today's announcement affirms the commitment of this government to protect and conserve our rich landscape," said Minister Kent. "In consultation with all stakeholders, this is a significant step forward in protecting this ecologically rich marine environment for all Canadians, today and in the future."
This significant milestone to conserve the waters of the Strait of Georgia as a national marine conservation area reserve is the result of strong cooperation between the governments of British Columbia and Canada. The Government of British Columbia has agreed to transfer administration of the seabed to the federal government if a national marine conservation area reserve is established.
"British Columbia is committed to marine protection in the Southern Strait of Georgia, and designation as a marine conservation area will provide for permanent and rigorous environmental protection," said Minister Lake. "It's important that our decision reflect the needs of the public, and the communities and First Nations nearby, as well as the need for continued protection of this ecosystem."
The Strait of Georgia is among the most productive marine ecosystems in the world due to fresh water from the Fraser River mixing with the ocean waters flooding through Juan de Fuca and Haro Straits. The area is home to some of Canada's iconic marine animals such as orca whales, salmon and seals.
The Strait of Georgia is one of 29 marine regions that Parks Canada aims to represent as part of the national marine conservation area system. Ecologically sustainable fishing, navigation and recreation will continue.
2011 marks Parks Canada's centennial as the world's first national parks service. BC Parks is also celebrating the 100th anniversary of the first provincial park in British Columbia.
For additional information on today's announcement, please see the accompanying backgrounder at under Media Room.
Contacts:
Office of the Minister of the Environment
819-997-1441
Media Relations
Parks Canada
819-953-8371
Suntanu Dalal
Media Relations
BC Ministry of Environment
250 387-9745
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Datum: 13.10.2011 - 15:30 Uhr
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