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Cabot Golf and Government Ties at West Mabou Raise Serious Questions
"MLA MacQuarrie has publicly admitted to having private discussions with former Premier MacDonald on the very topic of a Cabot golf course at West Mabou Beach," writes local resident Doug Lowry.
Oct 85 min read
Tensions rise over potential golf course in West Mabou
Anger with the Nova Scotia government is growing as Cabot Golf tees up another bid for a possible development at West Mabou Beach Provincial Park. The land is protected by law and has previously been deemed out of bounds for such proposals.
Oct 81 min read
DOUG LOWRY: Lessons learned from West Mabou Beach
"West Mabou Beach made evident that the regulations surrounding the appropriate use of provincial parks are unclear and, thus, insufficient. This requires an immediate response from government given the extraordinary value of these public assets and the public harm caused by the ambiguous wording of the legislation."
Apr 30, 20232 min read
LETTER: Minister asked to take a stand on proposed Cape Breton golf course
Letter to the Editor by Doug Lowry Saltwire - Apr. 12, 2023 Letter originally published here Open letter to Finance Minister Allan MacMaster: As you are undoubtedly aware, there has been much discussion surrounding the proposed golf course development at West Mabou Beach Provincial Park. I have heard arguments – oftentimes, fierce - both in favour and against the proposal but have been hard pressed to find your position on the topic. I am hoping you can make it clear for me.
Apr 11, 20233 min read