The Louis S. St. Laurent National Historic Site Management Plan Was Tabled in Parliament

Parks Canada announces a plan that will bring Canadians closer to their heritage in the Eastern Townships

 

January 19, 2017                            Compton, Quebec                                            Parks Canada Agency

 

The Louis S. St. Laurent National Historic Site management plan was tabled in Parliament yesterday. Management plans are a requirement of the Canadian National Parks Act and guide the management of Parks Canada sites. The plans are reviewed every ten years.

National historic sites reflect the rich and varied heritage of our nation.

The new Louis S. St. Laurent National Historic Site management plan describes the following key strategies:

•  To be an important place for the community and the dynamism of the regional tourism offer
•  To offer a visitor experience based on authenticity

To develop this management plan, Parks Canada consulted with the public as well as with partners and local and regional stakeholders. The comments received were taken into account and incorporated into the plan. Through this plan, Parks Canada meets its promise to protect and showcase Canada’s cultural heritage while giving Canadians the opportunity to discover our diverse history in new and interesting ways.

To celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017, the Government of Canada invites Canadians to experience nature and learn more about our history.

The Louis S. St. Laurent National Historic Site management plan is available on Parks Canada’s website http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/lhn-nhs/qc/stlaurent.aspx.

 

Quotes

“Parks Canada places tell the stories of who we are, including the history, cultures and contributions of Indigenous Peoples. I would like to thank everyone who contributed to this management plan. As Minister responsible for Parks Canada, I applaud this concerted effort and I am pleased to approve the new Louis S. St. Laurent National Historic Site management plan.”

The Honourable Catherine McKenna
Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada

 

“The Louis S. St. Laurent National Historic Site is characterized by its general store forever frozen in the 1950s. The new management plan will increase visitation thanks to new visitor experiences in addition to showcasing the site. These enhancements will positively contribute to the visibility of our region.”

The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau
Minister of International Development and La Francophonie
Member of Parliament for Compton—Stanstead

 

 

Quick Facts

• Located in Compton, the historic site recalls the life and work of former Prime Minister Louis S. St-Laurent who led Canada between 1948 and 1957.
• The St. Laurent residence contains over 2,500 objects that belonged to the family.
• The Louis S. St. Laurent National Historic Site contributes to the vitality of the region’s tourism. The site welcomes an average of nearly 8,800 visitors per year. 

 

Related link

Louis S. St. Laurent National Historic Site

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Information
Daniel Beaudin
Manager
La Mauricie and Western Quebec National Historic Sites
450-601-7488
daniel.beaudin@pc.gc.ca

 

Media Relations
Parks Canada Agency
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