Parks Canada - Protection and Ownership of the Rideau Canal.

Selling the Rideau Canal bridges and dams is unconstitutional.

Rideau Canal - Chapter 5 - Role of the Government of Canada - The Government of Canada is the owner of the property by virtue of the British North America Act (1867). Protective designations include: Rideau Canal National Historic Site of Canada (1926); Historic Sites and Monuments Act (1952-1953); Department of Transport Act (1985) - Historic Canal Regulations.

Role of the Government of Ontario - "The province provides a framework for protecting cultural resources through the Ontario Heritage Act (1990)." "The Planning Act (1990) provides direction for long-term planning in Ontario, to ensure that the province's interests are adhered to when local plans are formulated. Matters of interest include the protection of natural and cultural shore lands, both of which are important components of the canal."

Role of Conservation Authorities - Conservation authorities are mandated under the Conservation Authorities Act (1990) to ensure the protection, restoration and effective management of Ontario's water resources, wetlands, woodlands and natural habitats."

Role of Municipalities - Through the Ontario Planning Act (1990) the Parks Canada Agency has the right to intervene in proposed development applications should it believe that the development will in any way negatively affect the nominated property...Although the occasions when this has happened have been rare, the Parks Canada Agency has made successful interventions related to proposed developments.