shoreLINES: Stories from our guides and guardians

Curiosity and conservation

By Violet Davies and Marissa Wegher

Working as a student on the Resource Conservation team at Parks Canada has taught me plenty outside the classroom. Through this experience, I’ve been lucky to work with a knowledgeable and diverse team, taking part in exciting fieldwork, and learning about environmental conservation.

Windows of the past: Reviving history

By Shana Shipperbottom, Gary Fahrer, and Craig Jones

The Canalman’s Shelter is a vital building at the Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site, standing as a silent witness to over a century of canal operations. Discover how the craftsmanship of Parks Canada’s Asset team helped preserve the structure’s heritage for generations to come with a window restoration project.

Commercial filming in Northern Ontario
By Liana Hryniewicz

Parks Canada sites in northern Ontario offer beautiful and diverse landscapes. From breathtaking natural scenery, iconic historical landmarks, and rich cultural history, it is no wonder these locations are highly desirable locations for films, television shows, commercials, and more!

A Vision for the Powerhouse

By Alisha Rosset

This is the fourth in a series of stories about the Powerhouse, which sits at the core of the Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site. Work to stabilize the structure began in December 2023 and is expected to finish in 2025. The Powerhouse, one of three historic buildings that greet visitors as they arrive at the Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site, was built at the end of the 19th century.

2023’s Record Breaking Fire Season

By Misko Finlayson

Over the course of 164 days in 2023, a total of 7,131 fires burned across Canada. In a single season of record-breaking dryness and heat, 17,203,625 hectares (ha) burned, which is the equivalent land area of Iceland and Ireland combined!