The turnout for this rally shows widespread concern about the forestry contracts, says Conservation Council of New Brunswick executive director Lois Corbett.
“When I see folks car pool, bus from all over the province, speaking both official languages, have strong representation from young people, old people, First Nations and the entire conservation movement, we’ve got something going here. We’ve got some depth and some spirit and I think the people of New Brunswick are quite determined,” said Corbett.
“To be fair, it’s a totally non-partisan statement. We want all folks of all stripes to stand up over the next few months about how they’re going to change it.”
The council and other groups involved in this protest plan more protests in the months leading up to the provincial election in September.