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Landowners in Nova Scotia challenge a provincial lease for a whale sanctuary, citing violated consent policies.
Landowners in Wine Harbour, Nova Scotia, are challenging the provincial government’s approval of a 20-year lease for the Whale Sanctuary Project, arguing the decision violated a policy requiring unanimous consent from affected landowners.
The U.S.-based project aims to create North America’s first coastal refuge for retired captive whales, using 83 hectares of Crown land and waters.
Opponents, including long-time residents, claim they were inadequately consulted and fear loss of ocean access.
Premier Tim Houston defended the move, citing broad regional support.
The sanctuary, which could boost ecotourism in a struggling area, still needs permits and $20 million in funding.
Los propietarios de tierras en Nueva Escocia desafían un contrato de arrendamiento provincial para un santuario de ballenas, citando violaciones de las políticas de consentimiento.