In opposition to the Never Forgotten National Memorial Foundation's monument
“The national parks of Canada are hereby dedicated to the people of Canada for their benefit, education and enjoyment, subject to this Act and the regulations, and the parks shall be maintained and made use of so as to leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations." Canada National Parks Act 4. (1)
In the summer of 2013 it was announced that the Minister responsible for Parks Canada approved the construction of a $25 million privately funded war monument within the boundaries of Cape Breton Highlands National Park. The decision to construct a political monument within the boundaries of a National Park was not informed by the voice of the public, but rather influenced by the interests of a private group.
Though our reasons for opposition may differ politically, they are equal in that they represent an unheard voice. This petition gives voice to those opposed.
I am opposed to Never Forgotten National Memorial Foundation's plan--supported by the Federal Government--to construct a privately funded war monument on Green Cove, within the boundaries of Cape Breton Highlands National Park:
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July 4, 2015
The petition has now reached one thousand signatures. This level of engagement confirms that many people remain deeply concerned about the preservation of our national parks. I am grateful for the dedication shown by everyone who has lent their name to this cause.
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July 3, 2015
July 2, 2015
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February 8, 2014
The petition has now reached one hundred signatures. This level of interest confirms the importance of protecting the integrity of our national parks.
Reached 100 supporters
February 6, 2014
648 Comments
I feel that as the Highlands Park has refused to maintain the cleared view sites of especially North Mountain because of a refusal to cut down trees blocking the views - then why woulf they be agreeing to destroy a "natural" viewpoint such as Green Cove.
Please reconsider this monument. I am disappointed to hear there was no consultation or consideration for the space that this monument will be occupying. Lets keep our processes democratic and our provincial parks as wilderness reserves, as intended.
Please preserve the natural integrity of the national park at Green Cove and situate a scaled-down version of a memorial in a more populated area, in a site that can be RESTORED to its natural condition, rather than DESTROY an natural area protected for all Canadians.
Illegally planned, no public consultation, misplaced in a National Park serving private interests. National Parks have not been conceived for mourning but for joy and soothe your soul. There are other places but Green Cove is unique.
How is that Parks Canada, who should be serving the people of Canada, is breaking its own Act in order to serve the interests of one man? This is absurd. The park belongs to the people of Canada, not to Mr. Trigiani. Green Cove IS a monument - to nature.
I live far from you in South Carolina but my cousin Nade has a house on Cape Breton
This is not the place for this eyesore.
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In opposition to the Never Forgotten National Memorial Foundation's monument
“The national parks of Canada are hereby dedicated to the people of Canada for their benefit, education and enjoyment, subject to this Act and the regulations, and the parks shall be maintained and made use of so as to leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations." Canada National Parks Act 4. (1)
In the summer of 2013 it was announced that the Minister responsible for Parks Canada approved the construction of a $25 million privately funded war monument within the boundaries of Cape Breton Highlands National Park. The decision to construct a political monument within the boundaries of a National Park was not informed by the voice of the public, but rather influenced by the interests of a private group.
Though our reasons for opposition may differ politically, they are equal in that they represent an unheard voice. This petition gives voice to those opposed.
I am opposed to Never Forgotten National Memorial Foundation's plan--supported by the Federal Government--to construct a privately funded war monument on Green Cove, within the boundaries of Cape Breton Highlands National Park:
Updates
July 4, 2015
The petition has now reached one thousand signatures. This level of engagement confirms that many people remain deeply concerned about the preservation of our national parks. I am grateful for the dedication shown by everyone who has lent their name to this cause.
Reached 1,000 supporters
July 3, 2015
July 2, 2015
Our community is approaching the one thousand signature threshold. Please present this petition to others in your personal network to help us reach this objective.
February 8, 2014
The petition has now reached one hundred signatures. This level of interest confirms the importance of protecting the integrity of our national parks.
Reached 100 supporters
February 6, 2014
648 Comments
The erection of this over-sized monument in a location of renowned natural beauty is extremely inappropriate. My advice would be to forego the monument and help veterans who are still alive and dealing with the physical and emotional repercussions of military action.
I feel that as the Highlands Park has refused to maintain the cleared view sites of especially North Mountain because of a refusal to cut down trees blocking the views - then why woulf they be agreeing to destroy a "natural" viewpoint such as Green Cove.
Please reconsider this monument. I am disappointed to hear there was no consultation or consideration for the space that this monument will be occupying. Lets keep our processes democratic and our provincial parks as wilderness reserves, as intended.
Please preserve the natural integrity of the national park at Green Cove and situate a scaled-down version of a memorial in a more populated area, in a site that can be RESTORED to its natural condition, rather than DESTROY an natural area protected for all Canadians.
Illegally planned, no public consultation, misplaced in a National Park serving private interests. National Parks have not been conceived for mourning but for joy and soothe your soul. There are other places but Green Cove is unique.
How is that Parks Canada, who should be serving the people of Canada, is breaking its own Act in order to serve the interests of one man? This is absurd. The park belongs to the people of Canada, not to Mr. Trigiani. Green Cove IS a monument - to nature.
I live far from you in South Carolina but my cousin Nade has a house on Cape Breton
This is not the place for this eyesore.
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The erection of this over-sized monument in a location of renowned natural beauty is extremely inappropriate. My advice would be to forego the monument and help veterans who are still alive and dealing with the physical and emotional repercussions of military action.