Preserving The Great Lakes Heritage Coast
This paper will attempt to do several things in regards to the Great Lakes Heritage Coast. First, the author will provide some background information pertinent to this issue. Secondly, a summary of the current status of the Great Lakes Heritage Coast as presented by the guest speaker. Furthermore, the author of this paper will provide a personal opinion in regards to the importance of a partnership with First Nations along the coast.
Background Information
The Great Lakes Heritage Coast (GLHC) extends over 2900km from near Port Severn on Georgian Bay north to Thunder Bay and then south again (MNR, 2001). The main features of the shoreline include caribou, rock paintings, a rugged landscape, and a 10,000-year history. With the GLHC established it is hoped to do several things. One is "to protect the Coast's scenic beauty and its natural ecosystems" (MNR, 2001). Another is "to promote the potential for recreation, tourism, and other economic benefits through a network of parks and protected areas and bring the world to this magnificent part of Ontario" (MNR, 2001) Furthermore, to "encourage development compatible with the overall intent for the area; and foster co-operation, education, public information and partnerships with other levels of government, Aboriginal communities and interest groups in the planning and management of the Heritage Coast" (MNR, 2001).
The GLHC idea was originally launched in March 1999 when Mike Harris announced it to be part of the living legacy package. The leader of this, Ted Chudleigh, will be the intermediary between the government and communities, businesses, environmental groups, Aboriginal leaders, the federal government and others (...
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...ude First Nations people, but then go on to exclude them from talks.
Not only will the GLHC lack some valuable sections of land; it will miss an important cultural aspect, in which it wishes to promote. These people have lived on the land for several thousand years and have much to offer in cultural significance. Furthermore, with the increased opportunity for native self-government could lead to even more strict land access by others.
Conclusion
The Great Lakes Heritage Coast is a forward step in protecting and preserving the coastline. There needs to be further action taken in order for this project to be put in place. One of the key aspects in doing so is community involvement, such as First Nations people.
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MNR. (2001). The Great Lakes Heritage Coast. [On-line].
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