7. It is forbidden to enter or to circulate in an ecological reserve without a written authorization from the Minister. He shall grant such authorization solely for purposes of scientific research.
However, in any sector of an ecological reserve determined by the Government, the Minister may grant the authorization contemplated in the preceding paragraph not only for the purposes of scientific research but, in addition, for educational purposes.
The Minister may also authorize a person to enter or circulate in an ecological reserve for inspection, supervision or conservation purposes.
An authorization issued by the Minister under this section may be accompanied with conditions intended to ensure the protection of the ecological reserve.
The Minister may, at all times, withdraw an authorization issued under this section where he considers it necessary in order to ensure the protection of the ecological reserve.
1974, c. 29, s. 7; 1982, c. 25, s. 38.