The Nova Scotia government will hold nine public meetings over the next few weeks for people to share their ideas on the use of Crown land in western region. The province announced consultations would begin on the 1.5 million acres of land in February. The Crown land includes the former Bowater lands and large parcels in Queens, Annapolis, Shelburne, Yarmouth, HRM and Lunenburg. Acting Natural Resources Minister Maurice Smith says people can give their ideas on ways to use the lands to bring economic and social gain. Meeting have been scheduled to take place in West Northfield, Greenfield, Shelburne and Yarmouth - among other locations. Community forests, agricultural, renewable energy, wineries, maple syrup production and tourist activities are among the options. The planning will also consider access to lakes, roads, and trails on the lands. A list of open house locations and dates is on the Natural Resources website or call, toll-free 1-855-814-5832.
Meeting Schedule:
-- March 18, Shelburne Fire Hall and Community Centre
-- March 19, Windsor Legion Hall
-- March 25, Digby Co, Saulnierville Legion Hall
-- March 26, Yarmouth Legion Hall
-- April 2, Cornwallis, Annapolis Basin Conference Centre
-- April 3, Berwick and District Fire Hall
-- April 4, Lunenburg Co, West Northfield District Fire Hall
-- April 8, HRM, Black Point Fire Hall
-- April 9, Queens Co, Greenfield Recreation Centre
