US EditionN.S. man purposely violates ban on entering woods, gets handed $28K fine
Jeff Evely challenges Nova Scotia's fire-safety ban by violating the forest access restriction and faces a $28,872 fine amid six issued for similar violations, Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms said.
- Earlier this month, Jeff Evely, a Canadian veteran, announced at the Department of Natural Resources in Coxheath that he'd walk into Nova Scotia forests to protest the ban, receiving a $28,872.50 ticket after exiting the woods.
- On August 5, the Nova Scotia government enacted a ban on hiking, camping, fishing, and vehicle use in provincial parks due to elevated wildfire risk, officials say.
- Reports show six fines have been issued by the Department of Natural Resources since the ban took effect, with penalties of $25,000 per offence in Nova Scotia.
- Amid growing backlash, the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms announced its legal challenge, arguing the ban infringes Charter rights, with Marty Moore contending it is disproportionate and misdirects focus from arsonists.
- Restrictions on Crown land will remain until October 15, 2025, as officials say prolonged controls are necessary amid wildfire risks and 95 per cent of 2023 wildfires caused by humans.
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