Price Ellison

Price Ellison was a prominent figure in British Columbia's early land management and conservation efforts, serving as the chief commissioner of lands under Premier Richard McBride. He led the 1910 expedition to survey the land that would become Strathcona Provincial Park, advocating for the protection of its natural beauty amidst pressures for resource extraction. His vision emphasized the importance of preserving wilderness for future generations, and he played a key role in the establishment of the park, which now encompasses over 250,000 hectares of diverse ecosystems.