Brad Marchand Drops Stern 3-Word Reaction to Nova Scotia's Drought-Driven Hiking Ban

Brad Marchand drops stern 3-word reaction to Nova Scotia's drought-driven hiking ban

Brad Marchand has spoken out about Nova Scotia’s new ban on entering the woods.

Is Nova Scotia going too far by banning people from woods during dry weather? Some think so

Critics of a drought-driven woods ban in Nova Scotia say it’s an instance of government overreach. Provincial officials say the ban is necessary given hot, dry conditions throughout the province and the heightened risk of wildfires.

How industrial forestry and climate change created the NS wildfire problem

Nova Scotia's ban on entering the forest due to wildfire fears comes as the province deals with a moderate-to-severe drought, no rain in the forecast and a forest more susceptible to burn because of logging, say experts.

Some people risk $25,000 fine to reach Nova Scotia's nude beach

Nova Scotia's woods ban has left people unsure about where they can and can't go.

Nova Scotia Faces Complaints, Opposition After Banning Going Into Woods Due to Wildfire Risk

Nova Scotia’s government is facing complaints and frustration in the face of new rules that ban residents from entering the province’s forests due to wildfire risk. The ban, which was announced Aug. 5 by Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston, has led to a petition to end the ban from the Canadian Constitution Foundation (CCF), along with thousands of frustrated and confused comments and questions on social media. “Nature lovers should be free to respo…

Nova Scotia Bans Hiking and Will Impose Big Fines For Those Who Violate

In a move that has sparked immediate debate across Canada, Nova Scotia has taken the rare step of banning people from entering its forests — and the penalty for breaking the rule can climb to a jaw-dropping $25,000. The announcement came Tuesday from Premier Tim Houston, who said the sweeping…