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Years ago, the Canadian government sold off tracts of land – including small islands – to private buyers. With strong public support, non-profits and the Government of Canada are now putting this land back in the public domain.
(Image Courtesy of Vladi Private Islands)
…Read More: Canada: Nova Scotia’s Passion for Island Conservation