Bill 692: An Act to create a new tool for the voluntary conservation of natural settings

This bill primarily affects landowners in Quebec — including farmers, forestry operators, rural property owners, and developers — who hold natural land with ecological value such as wetlands, forests, or wildlife habitat. A typical affected party might be a family farm or private woodlot owner in a region like Laurentides or Montérégie who wants to formalize conservation commitments without selling their land. The contract runs with the land (a real obligation), meaning it binds future owners, which is especially relevant for anyone buying, selling, or financing such properties. Businesses involved in land transactions, notarial services, or environmental consulting in Quebec will also see new work as these contracts must be executed by a notary and registered in the land register.