National Parks Act (R.S.1985, c. N-14).

Country/Territory: Canada
Document type: Legislation
Date: 1985 (2000)
Source: FAO, FAOLEX
Long title: An Act respecting National Parks.

Subject: Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword: Basic legislation Protected area National parks Offences/penalties
Geographical area: Americas, North America

Abstract: An Act to provide for the management of national parks. "Parks" are means a National Park or National Marine Park described in Schedule I of this Act. The Governor in Council may, by proclamation, amend Schedule I by adding to any park described therein lands described in the proclamation where the Governor in Council is satisfied that conditions set out in section 3 exist. The administration, management and control of the parks shall be under the direction of the Minister of Canadian Heritage.
Full text: English
Website: www.gc.ca

References - Legislation

Repealed by

Canada National Parks Act (S.C. 2000, c. 32).

Legislation | Canada | 2000 (2017)

Keyword: Basic legislation, National parks, Protected area, Education, Biosphere reserves, Wild fauna, Wild flora, Cultural heritage, Community management, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX