June 29, 2015 – Montreal, Quebec – Parks Canada
The Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs and Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, on behalf of the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of the Environment and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, is pleased to announce that, in celebration of Canada Day, lockage on Quebec’s historic canals will be free all day on July 1st for the first time.
Parks Canada’s heritage waterways played an important role in Canadian history and enable communities and visitors to discover beautiful landscapes, enjoy outdoor recreational activities and connect with nature. As tourism destinations, they are also economically important to the regions in which they are located.
Throughout the 2015 boating season, Parks Canada welcomes boaters to the historic canals. Visit the Lachine Canal to enjoy Montreal’s major events, like the spectacular fireworks shows right on the water, or head to the Chambly Canal, where special events and activities will be featured all summer long in celebration of the 350th anniversary of the Carignan-Salières Regiment.
Through initiatives such as these, Parks Canada supports the government’s National Conservation Plan by providing Canadians with opportunities to connect with nature.
Jonathan Lefebvre
Office of the Minister of the Environment
819-997-1441
Media Relations
Parks Canada
1-855-862-1812
pc.media@pc.gc.ca
www.twitter.com/ParksCanada
Audrey Godin-Champagne
Public Relations and Communications Officer
Quebec Waterways, Parks Canada
Tel.: 450-447-4888
audrey.godin-champagne@pc.gc.ca
