"The road towards Marine Protected Area status for Musquash has been long and slow. Ultimately, the designation will be made as a regulation under the Oceans Act. Fisheries and Oceans Canada is the responsible department, and the current minister of DFO is Hon. Herb Dhaliwal. To get something through the regulatory process can seem endless, especially if regional politicians are not pushing for it to happen. That's where you come in. We need to increase the political profile of Musquash in Ottawa in order for it to be dealt with quickly. The nomination was made in October 1998. The required studies are done. There is widespread support for the designation. If you want to see this happen, please take the time now to let your elected representatives, as well as Mr. Dhaliwal and his cabinet colleagues, know. Start with your MP regardless of party. Then contact all New Brunswick Liberal MPs, so Musquash becomes an issue for the Atlantic caucus. Finally, let Mr. Dhaliwal know that it is time to make this designation. There is no need to delay further. We want the MPA designation to be made before the end of the year. Please help us make that happen by using the Fax Action website (see below). You can also help by joining the Conservation Council or making a donation.  Our effectiveness as an organization is directly proportional to the number of supporters we have. Click here for membership information, or print out and send the coupon below. Your support is invaluable. Thank you. Name: _____________________________ Address: ___________________________ Phone: ____________________________ Fax: _______________________________ E-mail: ____________________________ I enclose a contribution in the amount of: $25    $50    $100    Please mail to: Conservation Council of NB 180 St. John Street, Fredericton, N.B. E3B 4A9 Contact your elected representatives Send a free fax in support of the Musquash Marine Protected Area Campaign from the Fax Action website. Find your elected representative from the listings and send a letter today!  Thank you for your support.