An organization is calling on the provincial government to reconsider its ban on activity in the woods.

The Canadian Constitution Foundation (CCF) says it has sent a letter to the premier and natural resources minister, outlining the organization’s concern that the ban “arbitrarily infringes on the rights and freedoms of Nova Scotians.”

On Tuesday, Premier Tim Houston announced the ban on things like hiking, camping, fishing and the use of vehicles in forests, with violations punishable by a large fine. Similar restrictions were implemented during the devastating 2023 wildfire season, and restrictions on wooded hiking trails were also used in 2001 and 2016, albeit with a much lower fine for violations.

“The Nova Scotia government is threatening ordinary citizens with $25,000 fines for h

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