Louisbourg – National historic sites reflect the rich and varied heritage of Canada and provide an opportunity for Canadians to learn more about our diverse history. Parks Canada’s network of national heritage places represents the very best that Canada has to offer and tell stories of who we are, including the histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples.
The management plan for Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site was tabled in Parliament recently. Reviewed every ten years, management plans are a requirement of the Parks Canada Agency Act and guide the management of national historic sites, national parks and national marine conservation areas.
The updated plan for Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site outlines the following key strategies:
· Ensuring relevance of the site to all peoples in Canada
· Understanding and conserving cultural resources
· Strengthening collaboration with partners, especially Mi’kmaw and local
community partners
· Facing future risks from climate change
The Fortress of Louisbourg management plan includes initiatives aimed at increasing and improving collaboration with local Indigenous communities and integrating their perspectives in the overall site presentation and knowledge.
The management plan for Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site was based on input from the Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia, Fortress Louisbourg Association, regional economic development organizations, tourism operators, other partners and stakeholders, residents, as well as visitors past and present. Through this management plan, Parks Canada will protect an important example of cultural heritage in Canada, engage and collaborate with Indigenous peoples, and provide an opportunity for Canadians to experience and discover history in new and innovative ways.
The Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site management plan is available on the Parks Canada website at: Plans and policies – Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site. To learn more about the Fortress of Louisbourg, please visit https://parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/ns/louisbourg.