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Tree Protection Act (R.S.Q., c. P-37).

Country/Territory
Canada
Territorial subdivision
Québec
Document type
Legislation
Date
1964 (2006)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Liability/compensation Offences/penalties Protection of species
Geographical area
Americas, Arctic, Asia and the Pacific, East Pacific, North America, North Atlantic
Abstract

The purpose of the present Act is to ensure the protection of trees. Any person causing a damage to trees shall have to pay to the owner of such tree, sapling, shrub or underwood, in addition to actual damages, punitive damages in an amount not exceeding $200 for each tree. However, this prohibition shall not apply in cases where such trees or shrubs accidentally come in contact with wires or apparatus of a public utility in a manner to endanger life or property or to interrupt service

Full text
English
Website
legisquebec.gouv.qc.ca