Some people living along Prince Edward Island's North Shore say they were taken off guard by a recent announcement that P.E.I.
National Park has expanded. In early June, Parks Canada said it now administers an additional 135 acres along the coastline in the French River-Park Corner area that had previously been under the control of the L.M.
Montgomery Land Trust. "I never heard a thing about it until it was on the news," said Gareth MacLeod, who grew up in the area. Parks Canada has already put up signage along nearby roads and pathways indicating that alcohol, drones, fires and camping are no longer permitted.
There are also signs educating beachgoers about protecting the sand dunes in the area, and another that says: "No dogs between April 1 and October 15." P.E.
I. National Park opens for 2024 with new trails, new playgrounds and a new accessible boardwalk "I understand that it's a policy right across the board, but it is a difficult one for dog owners," said resident Bruce Stewart. "There are just dozens of people who come down here on a regular basis, a daily basis, to walk their dogs on the beach.
" Transfer of land to Parks Canada ruffles some feathers in French River 4 hours ago Duration 3:20 Parks Canada now owns a portion of land in the French River area of P.E.I.
after it was transferred by the L.M. Montgomery Land Trust.
Some neighbours are worried about their access to the coastline, and the fact that there was no public consultation about the change. CBC's Laura M.
