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Historical Parks Act (R.S.O. 1990, c. H.9).

Country/Territory
Canada
Territorial subdivision
Ontario
Document type
Legislation
Date
1990 (2011)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Protected area Cultural heritage Policy/planning Royalties/fees Tourism
Geographical area
Americas, Arctic, Asia and the Pacific, East Pacific, North America, North Atlantic
Abstract

The present Act lays down provisions relating to the establishment of historical parks in the Province of Ontario. The Lieutenant Governor in Council may set apart as a historical park any lands (whether or not covered with water) belonging to Her Majesty in right of Ontario in which there is an object, site or land of historical significance for the use by the people of Ontario. Furthermore, the Minister may establish fees for entrance into a historical park, for licences and permits and for any services and facilities provided connected with the operation of the park. The text consists of 4 sections.

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