Who says Tories don’t love trees?
The Honourable John Baird, Minister of the Environment and the Honourable Gary Lunn, Minister of Natural Resources, today announced a contribution of $2 million towards the restoration of Vancouver's Stanley Park National Historic Site (NHS) of Canada. This announcement complements funding by the Government of British Columbia and supports fundraising efforts by the private sector, and many individual
British Columbians.
“We are delivering on the commitment that was made when I toured the park last week. Canada's New Government has acted quickly so that once again, Canadians and visitors from around the world can enjoy this natural national treasure,” said Minister Baird.
“British Columbia's forests have recently had more than their share of natural calamities,” said Minister Lunn. “Vast parts of the Interior have been eaten away by the mountain pine beetle and the Federal Government is investing $200 million in measures to combat this infestation. And now, the severe damage to this beautiful national historic site warrants further action.” . . .[Read the full press release]