Mr. Chair, first I'll take a step back to the National Parks Act, because immediately people turn to subsection 8(2), which is the ecological integrity clause. But the real purpose of national parks is not that. It is part of the act, but the dedication clause, which has been there since 1930, is really the main purpose in dedication of national parks. It is for use, enjoyment, education in a way that leaves these places unimpaired for future generations.
On October 27th, 2014. See this statement in context.