The Government of Canada is investing in La Mauricie National Park and in the Forges du Saint-Maurice National Historic Site

From: Parks Canada

News Release

July 5, 2017                Saint-Mathieu-du-Parc, Quebec                       Parks Canada Agency

Infrastructure investments, like those announced today, are vital to creating jobs for the middle class and sustained economic growth. Additionally, Parks Canada’s ‎destinations form important cornerstones for the tourism industry that is such an important part of our economy and employs so many across the country.

The Government of Canada is investing more than $29 million into La Mauricie National Park and the Forges du Saint-Maurice National Historic Site’s infrastructure. The announcement was made today by the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Member of Parliament for Saint-Maurice—Champlain and Minister of International Trade, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada.

The funding will support infrastructure projects, namely for the roadway rehabilitation work on the Parkway into La Mauricie National Park and the replacement of the HVAC system and the fixing of significant seepage in both visitor buildings at the Forges du Saint-Maurice National Historic Site.

Investments in visitor infrastructure – such as trails, visitor centres and campgrounds, as well as highways, parkways and bridges – will ensure the quality and reliability of visitor facilities and continue to allow Canadians to connect with nature. As we celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation, the Government of Canada is helping create opportunities for Canadians across Canada to participate in a year-long celebration and help shape the best that Canada can be in the future.

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“As we celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation, the Government of Canada is proud to invest in the protection and conservation of our national parks and historic sites. Through infrastructure investments at Parks Canada’s places, such as the splendid La Mauricie National Park, we are supporting local economies and contributing to growth in the tourism sector, while ensuring high-quality and meaningful visitor experiences for years to come. I encourage Canadians to visit our national treasures, such as La Mauricie National Park and the Forges du Saint-Maurice National Historic Site, as part of their Canada 150 celebrations.”

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne
MP for Saint-Maurice—Champlain and Minister of International Trade

Quick Facts

  • Every year, La Mauricie National Park welcomes on average 180,000 visitors. This site is accessible to visitors all year long, whether they are looking to cool off in the natural pools of the Cascades, to do some canoe-camping along the shores of Lake Wapizagonke or to go snowshoeing on Lake Solitaire.  

  • Located near the St-Maurice River, the Forges du Saint-Maurice is the first steel industry in Canada and the first industrial village of the country. 

  • Parks Canada is investing an unprecedented $3 billion dollars over five years to support infrastructure work to heritage, tourism, waterway, and highway assets located within national historic sites, national parks, and national marine conservation areas across Canada. This investment will ensure these cherished places are protected and secured for the future.

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Marie-Pascale Desrosiers
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Environment and Climate Change
613-462-5473
marie-pascale.desrosiers@canada.ca

Media Relations
Parks Canada Agency
855-862-1812
pc.media@pc.gc.ca 

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