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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 



The wild life of the Province constitutes a resource of tremendous importance and 

 value. It is a heritage of the Crown, and the policies which govern the administration 

 of this trust are based on the premise that every citizen has an equity in these resources. 



There is a duty imposed on every sportsman in this era of proper control and wise 

 use which implies a proper respect for the rules which govern. This is the test of true 

 sportsmanship and the best possible contribution the individual can make to the 

 conservation of our wild life resources. 



The co-operation of the various Sportsmen's Associations and similar organizations 

 throughout the Province as well as the individual co-operation of all those who from 

 the standpoint of recreation or conservation have interested themselves in the protection 

 of these resources is deeply appreciated. 



The effect of organized effort along educational lines has been to create a new 

 appreciation of the value of our fish and game resources and the problems involved in 

 their perpetuation. With a constructive programme as a base and an enlightened public 

 opinion to support our efforts, we may look to the future with confidence. 



In conclusion, the services rendered by members of the Departmental staff, both at 

 headquarters and in the field have, generally speaking, been satisfactory. They have 

 performed their duties in a conscientious manner, and were particularly courteous in 

 their contacts with the public with whom they had any dealings. 



