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B.C. temporarily bans non-Indigenous from visiting provincial park

The British Columbia NDP government has banned non-Indigenous Canadians from accessing a provincial park until the end of the week.

Alex Zoltan, True North
May 12, 2025
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The British Columbia NDP government has banned non-Indigenous Canadians from accessing a provincial park until the end of the week.

Joffre Lakes Provincial Park has been off-limits to visitors since April 26, so local First Nations can “connect with” the park, despite it being Crown land.

Located approximately 35 kilometres east of Pemberton along Highway 99, Joffre Lakes Provincial Park is known for its awe-inspiring landscapes and serene ambience.

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