Conservation group says Alberta government’s Plan for Parks puts recreation before environment


With the Alberta government offering a public call for input regarding its work to update the Plan for Parks, the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) does have some thoughts.

“This is a great development, especially after the Defend Alberta Parks campaign. We really know that Albertans care deeply. Our concern with it is… there’s a significant emphasis on increasing recreation, types of recreation, camping and increased access, etc.,” said Tara Russell, program director with CPAWS Northern Alberta.

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