Obtain nature reserve recognition for private land in Québec
Prepare a voluntary conservation application and understand the commitments attached to the property.
The agreement can bind future owners. Have its effects reviewed before signing.
Clarify the project
The owner keeps the property while proposing conservation measures. Recognition may be perpetual or last at least 25 years. [1]
Describe the land
Prepare the property title, cadastral description, structure map, natural features and proposed permitted or prohibited activities. Define management responsibilities. [1]
Use the official process
Download the guide and form from the Private land page. If needed, use the ministry contact listed there; send documents through the official channel. [2]
Follow up on changes
After recognition, ask about the process before changing the project. The ministry asks correspondence to identify the file number, reserve name and project officer. [2]