(Montreal) Judging that access to bodies of water and banks is too restricted in the province, Québec solidaire (QS) will table a bill by the end of the parliamentary session to allow all Quebecers to ‘benefit.
Posted at 1:45 p.m.
Whether it’s access to lakeside beaches, boat launches, or trails near waterways, the party believes there is inequality within the population regarding access to these places of relaxation and open air.
The pandemic has brought these inequalities to light, according to QS, as it became clear that many families confined to their homes, especially in large urban centers, were having difficulty finding places to cool off during heat waves.
Since this is nothing less than a “public health issue” according to QS, the deputy for Rouyn-Noranda–Témiscamingue, Émilise Lessard-Therrien, will table her bill by the end of the current parliamentary session.
Photo Olivier Jean, LA PRESSE archives
Solidarity MNA Émilise Lessard-Therrien
In an interview with The Canadian Press, she was unable to reveal the content of her bill, due to the rules of the National Assembly, but she explained that the idea will be to ensure that all Quebecers know where they can go to enjoy a body of water, without having to spend a fortune.
This QS project is part of its desire to facilitate access for Quebecers to the nature that surrounds them. Earlier this week, the party unveiled its election pledge to make entry to national parks and wildlife reserves completely free.