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Gov’t seeks public input on trespassing in rural Saskatchewan

The Saskatchewan Ministry of Justice is asking questions about trespassing to better address the balance between rural landowners and the public. File / Global News

The Saskatchewan Ministry of Justice is asking if changes are needed to better address the balance between rural landowners and the public.

Trespass-related legislation in the province is currently under review.

Government officials said existing rules vary for different activities like hunting, and may contribute to confusion on what legally constitutes trespassing.

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As part of the review, the ministry is particularly interested in the following questions:

  • Should all access by members of the public to rural property require the express advance permission of the rural land owner regardless of the activity?
  • If so, how should permission be sought and granted?

Additional information and access to the questionnaire can be found online.

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