Input Sought for McNabs and Lawlor Islands Provincial Park Plans

NATURAL RESOURCES--Input Sought for McNabs and Lawlor Islands Provincial Park Plans

The Department of Natural Resources is seeking public input on the draft park management plan for the proposed McNabs and Lawlor Islands Provincial Park, in Halifax Regional Municipality.

Prepared by department staff and the McNabs and Lawlor Islands Provincial Park Advisory Committee, the management plan provides a vision and philosophy that will guide future management decisions for the park. Before finalizing the plan, the department is soliciting input from the public and interested parties.

"This management plan is the first step in ensuring the responsible care and stewardship of these unique islands and in developing the park for public enjoyment," said Natural Resources Minister Tim Olive. "The advisory committee has provided us with their vision for the future development of the islands, and now we are inviting the public to share their views and comments with us."

As part of the public review process for this document, open houses are being planned for Halifax, Dartmouth and Eastern Passage in October. These sessions will allow people to discuss the plan with department staff and members of the advisory committee. Information on the open houses can be found at www.gov.ns.ca/natr/parks/mcnabs or by calling the Department of Natural Resources, at 902-662-3030.

The management plan is available on the department's Web site, at www.gov.ns.ca/natr/parks/mcnabs . A limited number of copies are available from the Natural Resources library, located at 1701 Hollis St., 3rd Floor, Halifax.

MacNab's and Lawlor islands will be a significant recreational area in the Halifax Regional Municipality," said Mr. Olive. "As Minister of Natural Resources, I am pleased that we're moving forward and working with the public in the process."

Written comments must be submitted by Nov. 15. They should be sent to: Department of Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation Division, RR 1, Belmont, B0M 1C0; or by e-mail to Brian Kinsman at bkinsman@gov.ns.ca .