Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act

Purpose

The purpose of this Act is to permanently protect a system of provincial parks and conservation reserves that includes ecosystems that are representative of all of Ontario's natural regions, protects provincially significant elements of Ontario's natural and cultural heritage, maintains biodiversity and provides opportunities for compatible, ecologically sustainable recreation. 2006, c. 12, s. 1.

Objectives of Provincial Parks

The following are the objectives in establishing and managing provincial parks:

• To permanently protect representative ecosystems, biodiversity and provincially significant elements of Ontario's natural and cultural heritage and to manage these areas to ensure that ecological integrity is maintained.
• To provide opportunities for ecologically sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities and encourage associated economic benefits.
• To provide opportunities for residents of Ontario and visitors to increase their knowledge and appreciation of Ontario's natural and cultural heritage.
• To facilitate scientific research and to provide points of reference to support monitoring of ecological change on the broader landscape. 2006, c. 12, s. 2 (1).

Related Information

• Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act, 2006, S.O. 2006, c. 12
• Provincial Parks: General Provisions
• Algonquin Park Management Plan