June 27, 2015 – Point Clark, Ontario - Parks Canada
Mr. Ben Lobb, Member of Parliament for Huron-Bruce, on behalf of the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Canada's Minister of the Environment and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, today announced the designation of Point Clark Lighthouse under the Heritage Lighthouse Protection Act. Mr. Lobb made the announcement at a ceremony marking the re-opening of the Point Clark Lighthouse.
Point Clark Lighthouse is an important local icon and tourist destination, and remains a functioning navigational aid on the shores of Lake Huron. The Township of Huron-Kinloss has an agreement with Parks Canada to open the lighthouse to visitors and operates the lightkeeper's house as a local museum. Canadians now have the opportunity to re-discover this unique and nationally significant place on the shores of Lake Huron.
The Government of Canada invested $3.7M in the conservation project to preserve the lighthouse for future generations. Conservation work completed included stabilizing the exterior stones of the tower, repairing the masonry and replacing windows.
The Heritage Lighthouse Protection Act allows for the identification and protection of federally-owned lighthouses on Canada’s coastal and inland waters that have significant heritage value. Adopted in May 2008 and administered by Parks Canada, the Act helps ensure that the heritage character of designated lighthouses is protected for the benefit and enjoyment of present and future generations.
Jonathan Lefebvre
Office of the Minister of the Environment
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Bruce MacMillan
Partnering Engagement and Communications Officer
Georgian Bay and Ontario East Field Unit
Parks Canada
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Media Relations
Parks Canada
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