La Mauricie National Park of Canada Management Plan, 2021

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Foreword

From coast to coast to coast, national historic sites, national parks and national marine conservation areas are a source of shared pride for Canadians. They reflect Canada’s natural and cultural heritage and tell stories of who we are, including the historic and contemporary contributions of Indigenous peoples.

These cherished places are a priority for the Government of Canada. We are committed to protecting natural and cultural heritage, expanding the system of protected places, and contributing to the recovery of species at risk.

At the same time, we continue to offer new and innovative visitor and outreach programs and activities to ensure that more Canadians can experience these iconic destinations and learn about history, culture and the environment.

In collaboration with Indigenous communities and key partners, Parks Canada conserves and protects national historic sites and national parks; enables people to discover and connect with history and nature; and helps sustain the economic value of these places for local and regional communities.

This new management plan for La Mauricie National Park of Canada supports this vision.

Management plans are developed by a dedicated team at Parks Canada through extensive consultation and input from Indigenous partners, other partners and stakeholders, local communities, as well as visitors past and present. I would like to thank everyone who contributed to this plan for their commitment and spirit of cooperation.

As the Minister responsible for Parks Canada, I applaud this collaborative effort and I am pleased to approve the La Mauricie National Park of Canada Management Plan.

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Recommendations

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Executive summary

La Mauricie National Park is located 15 km northwest of Shawinigan, 45 km north of Trois-Rivières and halfway (180 km) between Québec City and Montréal. It contributes to the preservation of a natural area representative of the Precambrian region of the St. Lawrence River and the Great Lakes. The landscape of the national park is characterized by rolling hills covered by a mosaic of coniferous and deciduous forests, as well as a multitude of lakes, streams and rivers.

The park’s territory has been a preferred location for First Nations for thousands of years. Several archaeological sites bear witness to their use of lakes Wapizagonke and Anticagamac and their shores for not only for travelling, but also for hunting, fishing and gathering. When, at the end of the 19th century, hunting and fishing clubs were established in the region, they turned to Indigenous people because of their skills and their knowledge of the land.

This period also saw an intensive development of commercial logging. About half of the forest area was logged before the park was established in 1970. Logging has significantly altered the regional landscape, and the impact on the park’s forest, wetland and aquatic ecosystems is still felt today.

This national park was established in 1970 to protect the 536 km2 area, to initiate a long-term ecosystem restoration process, and to protect and document its cultural heritage. Construction of reception infrastructure has allowed the general public to discover this exceptional environment and to engage in outdoor activities.

Four key strategies are presented in this management plan to guide national park management over the next ten years.

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Introduction

Parks Canada administers one of the finest and most extensive systems of protected natural and historic places in the world. The Agency’s mandate is to protect and present these places for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future generations. Future-oriented, strategic management of each national historic site, national park, national marine conservation area and heritage canal administered by Parks Canada supports the Agency’s vision:

Canada’s treasured natural and historic places will be a living legacy, connecting hearts and minds to a stronger, deeper understanding of the very essence of Canada.

The Canada National Parks Act and the Parks Canada Agency Act require Parks Canada to prepare a management plan for each national park. The La Mauricie National Park of Canada Management Plan, once approved by the Minister responsible for Parks Canada and tabled in Parliament, ensures Parks Canada’s accountability to Canadians, outlining how park management will achieve measurable results in support of the Agency’s mandate.

First Nations, stakeholders, partners and the Canadian public were involved in the preparation of the management plan, helping to shape the future direction of the national park. The plan sets clear, strategic direction for the management and operation of La Mauricie National Park by articulating a vision, key strategies and objectives. Parks Canada will report annually on progress toward achieving the plan objectives and will review the plan every ten years or sooner if required.

This plan is not an end in and of itself. Parks Canada will maintain an open dialogue on the implementation of the management plan, to ensure that it remains relevant and meaningful. The plan will serve as the focus for ongoing engagement and, where appropriate, consultation, on the management of La Mauricie National Park in years to come.

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Significance of La Mauricie National Park

La Mauricie National Park is located 15 km northwest of Shawinigan, 45 km north of Trois-Rivières and halfway (180 km) between Québec City and Montréal. Created in 1970 and covering 536 km2, the park helps preserve a natural area representative of the Precambrian region of the St. Lawrence River and the Great Lakes. This area bears the traces of the last ice age. It features rolling hills covered by a mosaic of coniferous and deciduous forests as well as many lakes, streams and rivers.

The park’s territory has been a preferred location for First Nations for thousands of years. Since 1971, 43 Indigenous archaeological sites have been recorded. They are a testament to the use by First Nations of the long watercourse formed by lakes Wapizagonke and Anticagamac not only to travel, but also to hunt, fish and gather. Current knowledge of the territory’s occupation has made it possible to establish that, at the beginning of the 17th century, the Atikamekw Nehirowisiw and the Algonquins occupied the upstream and downstream parts of the Saint-Maurice watershed, respectively. In the 19th century, several private hunting and fishing clubs were established on the current territory of the park. These clubs called upon Indigenous people, particularly the W8banakiak, as guides because of their skills and their knowledge of the land.

The middle of the 19th century saw intensive development of commercial logging. The territory was divided into forest concessions for the collection of trees for sawing. The lakes and rivers were then developed (through dredging, construction of dams and slides, etc.) to transport the wood. At the end of the 19th century, the era of logging for pulp and paper production began. In total, about half of the park’s forest area was logged from the 19th century to the 1970s. Logging has significantly altered the regional landscape, and its impact on the park’s forest, wetland and aquatic ecosystems is still felt today.

The creation of the national park in 1970 allowed for the territory to be protected and initiated a long-term ecosystem restoration process. Parks Canada has also undertaken efforts to conserve and document the park’s cultural heritage. A number of archaeological sites have been identified and documented and several heritage buildings related to hunting and fishing clubs have been preserved. Construction of visitor facilities has allowed the general public to discover this exceptional environment and to engage in recreational and educational activities while respecting the park’s natural and cultural heritage. Also, under the terms of an agreement with the City of Shawinigan, Parks Canada ensures the protection of the city’s drinking water supply, which consists of Lac à la Pêche and its watershed, located within the boundaries of the national park.

Today, the 63-km-long Parkway runs through the park from east to west, providing access to lookouts featuring stunning landscape views. Visitors can stay at one of three equipped campgrounds or enjoy more rustic backcountry facilities accessible by foot or canoe. They can also stay at the Wabenaki and Andrew heritage lodges. The national park has an extensive network of hiking and biking trails, roads, cross-country ski and snowshoe trails, and canoe routes. It offers visitors a variety of ways to discover this magnificent territory throughout the seasons and regardless of the means of transportation. The quality of the services offered, the beauty of the landscape and the variety of activities that visitors can engage in have made the national park the main regional tourist attraction.

Finally, the presence of the national park generates direct and indirect spin-offs that benefit the region’s economic, social and environmental vitality, whether in terms of visitor spending in businesses and on accommodations, job creation, or conservation initiatives undertaken in cooperation with the community.

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Planning context

Current state and achievements

In 2019, La Mauricie National Park welcomed nearly 200,000 visitors. Over the past ten years, there has been a steady increase in visits, approaching a 40% increase compared to 2009 (142,000 visitors). This growth can be attributed to better promotion, new experiences being offered (such as camping sites equipped with electricity, oTENTik ready-to-camp tents, etc.) and the current public enthusiasm for nature and outdoor activities. La Mauricie National Park is mainly visited by adults without children (73%). The majority of the park’s visitors come from Canada, particularly Quebec, but the park also welcomes more and more international tourists, most of whom come from Europe. It is open all year round; however, not all areas are accessible at all times. During the summer, visitors can enjoy a multitude of activities: swimming, cycling, canoeing and kayaking, camping, hiking, interpretive experiences, fishing, etc. In the fall, which is increasingly popular for its splendid colours, visitors mainly take advantage of the hiking trails and the parkway. It’s also a great time for canoeing, biking on forest trails and observing wildlife. In winter, the park is known for its quality cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and Nordic walking trails. Depending on the season, there are a variety of accommodation options: rustic canoe camping in the backcountry, four season oTENTik ready-to-camp tents, heritage lodges on the Wabenaki-Andrew estate, and serviced or unserviced campsites.

Since 2006, the park has hosted two major events each year: “Défi du parc” (cycling race at the end of the summer), and “Défis du parc – Nordique” (sports events in the middle of winter). Parks Canada works with regional stakeholders such as the surrounding municipalities and tourism, cultural and environmental organizations. Currently, eight partners are involved in organizing activities or events, maintenance of leisure facilities and visitor safety. The park has also initiated an important connection with the surrounding First Nations, notably the Atikamekw Nehirowisiw and the W8banakiak. Management plan review represents a unique opportunity to strengthen ties with partners, community organizations, First Nations, and stakeholders. This will allow for more active collaboration, whether to better reach out to visitors, enhance and diversify the visitor experience, or carry out collaborative conservation initiatives.

In terms of natural heritage conservation, three indicators of ecological integrity are measured at La Mauricie National Park: the forest ecosystem, the aquatic ecosystem and the wetlands. Since the creation of the park, substantial efforts have been made to contribute to long-term stabilization, and even the improvement, of the integrity of the natural environment. For example, as part of ecosystem conservation and restoration programs, Parks Canada has implemented major projects in aquatic, wetland and forest environments. Infrastructure upgrades have also reduced the impact on the natural environment.

In recent years, the park has benefited from significant investments ($75 million). In addition to the conservation and restoration programs, these investments have allowed Parks Canada to undertake major infrastructure upgrades to visitor facilities, including trails, picnic areas, campgrounds and the parkway. They allowed for the addition of new oTENTik ready-to-camp accommodations as well as repairs of service buildings. These investments have also had a positive impact on cultural heritage. In fact, archaeological explorations have made it possible to broaden knowledge on the First Nation inhabitation of the area as well as the logging period. Work was done on the Wabenaki Lodge, a recognized heritage building, to better protect it. Several projects are still underway and will eventually ensure the quality and sustainability of activities and services offered to visitors as well as the protection of natural and cultural heritage. This will provide Canadians with unique opportunities to enjoy La Mauricie National Park.

Challenges

Several challenges have affected the development of this management plan, including the following:

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Development of the management plan

In order to generate new and bold ideas to guide the future management of La Mauricie National Park, Parks Canada has done extensive engagement and consultation work with a wide range of participants, including partners, First Nations, managers of surrounding lands, visitors, youth and the general public. This approach was carried out in two phases:

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Vision

The vision represents the aspirations for La Mauricie National Park over the next 10 to 15 years. It expresses the desired future and will inspire national park managers as well as its partners and collaborators in their management decisions and management direction. The vision presented below, therefore, reflects the expected outcomes resulting from implementation of the management guidelines proposed in this plan:

La Mauricie National Park is the guardian of splendid, authentic and wild nature. It offers a seemingly endless panorama of hills covered with forests whose colours change with the seasons. A constellation of majestic lakes, streams, waterfalls and rivers completes this landscape and makes it very attractive.

Representative of the Precambrian region of the St. Lawrence River and the Great Lakes, the national park’s forest, lake and wetland ecosystems have been preserved and are recovering with human support. Biodiversity is protected. Species at risk find, in the park as well as in the surrounding areas, an environment conducive to their recovery and free movement. Environmental protection efforts are reinforced by the adoption of clean technologies and sustainable practices, both in operations and in visitor experience.

The national park is a place to recharge and connect with nature. Aware of the value of the exceptional natural spaces that surround them, visitors engage in activities in a manner that is consciously respectful of the environment. Parks Canada and community initiatives to restore and preserve ecosystems are an integral part of the visitor experience and are understood and supported by the public. The park is recognized as a model of sustainable and environmentally friendly tourism.

Easily accessible and inclusive, the national park welcomes visitors in all seasons. The quality and diversity of the experiences reach a varied audience, regardless of each person’s level of practice and their interests. In addition, each area offers different possibilities that satisfy even the most varied tastes, making the park an idyllic place where every visitor can live unique moments in a protected and safe natural environment.

The park is the scene of several thousand years of human occupation and bears witness to a past that is filled with stories. Each period has left its mark, from use of the land by First Nations, through logging and hunting and fishing clubs, to the more recent period before the creation of the national park. The traces of these adventures can be found at the bend of a path, deep in the forest, or on the banks of a lake or a river. The greatest of these are accessible to visitors, showcased and protected. The diversity of perspectives and stories that are presented reinforces the uniqueness of this territory.

As a place of exchange, the national park maintains close ties with First Nations and works with them to preserve and promote their cultures, knowledge and values.

As a place of dissemination and expression for La Mauricie’s cultural and tourism community, the park raises the regional profile and allows visitors to discover its rich, living heritage.

A recognized player and partner in La Mauricie in terms of tourism, conservation efforts, the economy and culture, the national park works with communities, First Nations, partners, community organizations and the public. Concerted action generates positive benefits for all and strengthens the region’s influence and allure as well as the integrity of the natural environment.

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Key Strategies

La Mauricie National Park of Canada Management Plan includes four key strategies. These describe the major approaches that will guide park management over the next ten years in order to achieve the desired vision in the longer term. Each of these key strategies has more specific objectives and associated targets to measure progress in future years. The approaches set out in this section take into account La Mauricie National Park’s capacity and resources. Certain undertakings may, however, require additional funding in the future or may rely on partnership agreements with external collaborators.

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Key strategy 1

Protecting natural heritage and acting to restore its integrity

Although renowned for the beauty of its landscapes and its biodiversity, La Mauricie National Park still bears the effects of intensive land use in the 19th and 20th centuries. It is therefore necessary to continue the efforts already undertaken and to equip ourselves to meet future challenges where possible.

As part of this strategy, Parks Canada wishes to continue to implement ecosystem conservation and restoration programs in order to support nature’s long-term recovery process. Parks Canada also intends to work with conservation stakeholders to implement a recovery plan for species at risk so they can find a special space where they can live and circulate freely either within the park territory or on certain adjacent protected lands.

In the coming years, environmental pressures related to climate change will increase. Parks Canada will monitor and evaluate the impact of these changes in order to make informed management decisions. This approach will aim, where possible, to implement adaptive measures to sustainably protect the ecosystems of the national park.

Since nature knows no borders, the ecological balance of the national park is closely linked to the management of adjacent lands. Hence, Parks Canada is committed to working with territorial managers, local stakeholders, First Nations and the public to better address ecological connectivity and to coordinate landscape-level activities.

Finally, the public and visitors must understand the value of La Mauricie National Park’s natural heritage and support the efforts made to maintain a balance between natural resource conservation, visitor numbers, and the development of the visitor experience. It is crucial that visitors behave in an environmentally responsible manner, whether on the Parkway, in the more developed areas of the park or in the natural environment. As such, the proposed activities must always take into account the value of ecosystems and must promote protecting them in a sustainable manner. Parks Canada intends to continue its efforts to engage and educate visitors and the general public about conservation through participatory and self-guided interpretive experiences as well as communication approaches. To be effective, these will be based on the needs and preferences of target audiences and will form an integral part of the visitor experience and external communications.

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Key strategy 2

Protecting the traces of the past and sharing its stories

Land use in La Mauricie National Park has spanned several millennia. Its past is rich and marked by the great diversity of populations that have lived there.

This strategy aims to better tell the public about the park’s past and to present the diverse perspectives of those who have shaped it. To this end, Parks Canada will continue to acquire knowledge of the park’s past, whether archaeological, historical or ethnological, in collaboration with First Nations and the academic community.

This strategy also aims to clarify which cultural resources (whether landscape, archaeological, constructed, tangible or intangible) best represent the importance of the territory to the peoples who inhabited it, and to share their value and protect them. Consequently, Parks Canada will update the cultural resource inventories. The Agency will also implement, in collaboration with First Nations and community partners and depending on the resources available, actions to showcase and protect the most significant cultural resources.

Finally, the forests, hills, lakes and rivers, in addition to the flora and fauna of the national park, have helped shape the cultures and traditions of the various communities that have been here. The fact that the park attracts a large number of visitors makes it a good place for outreach. As such, Parks Canada will work closely with First Nations to honour and share their stories, cultures, knowledge and values with visitors. In addition, in the course of managing La Mauricie National Park, the Agency will take into account how important the territory is for First Nations. Parks Canada will also work with partners in the regional cultural and tourism community to promote and showcase the cultures and traditions of the Mauricie region to the public.

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Key strategy 3

A diversity of experiences in all seasons, in a unique natural and cultural setting

Due to its geographical location, La Mauricie National Park represents an ideal and quick access point to nature with breathtaking landscapes. It offers the public a multitude of opportunities for discovery. The infrastructure currently in place can accommodate visitors regardless of their abilities and the activity they wish to practise. Whatever the length of stay in the wilderness, it will enhance people’s physical and mental, even spiritual, well-being.

The proposed approach is intended to better meet visitors’ varied needs. It will help retain traditional national park clientele and reach new target audiences such as families, youth, and cultural communities.

The implementation of this strategy will be based on existing infrastructure. Parks Canada will ensure that facilities required for the operation of the national park are maintained in good condition and, where necessary, are upgraded if they do not adequately meet operational requirements, visitor needs, or park greening and sustainability objectives. Should new visitor needs emerge or future operational issues arise, new infrastructure could be added, within Parks Canada’s budgetary capacity. Any addition would also be done while respecting the need to conserve the park’s environment and “nature experience.” Choices will have to be made to promote energy efficiency, greening and sustainability.

In terms of experience, this strategy aims to improve the visitor offer and the opportunities to enjoy the protected natural environment in terms of outdoor activities, whether interpretation, accommodation or cultural activities. The offer will be structured and promoted not only according to experience type and level, but also according to the types of experiences that can be found in the park. Adding extra activities besides what is already offered at the park, and enticing young people in particular, will help attract and retain families. Parks Canada will also continue its efforts to make the park more inclusive to allow a greater diversity of visitors to explore and enjoy the park, regardless of their ability, culture, social status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation or age. This approach will be based on sustainable tourism that is environmentally friendly, safe, and adapted to the needs of the public.

The national park should be positioned to enable it to stand out. This positioning will capitalize on the territory’s natural assets, conservation and restoration efforts, and a renewed and enhanced visitor experience. Parks Canada will need the cooperation and involvement of partners, community organizations and First Nations to supplement and expand the range of visitor opportunities. This collaborative approach will be consistent with the capacity and mandate of Parks Canada.

This strategy also aims to promote a better geographical and seasonal distribution of the activities being offered. Its implementation will make it possible to better manage visits during the summer period by proposing and promoting activities that encourage visits to areas that were previously less showcased, but are just as interesting. This will relieve pressure on the most visited areas and will enhance the quality of the customer experience, the sense of connection to nature and the conservation of natural and cultural heritage. In the fall and winter, the park’s attendance is below its potential; the activities will be improved and optimized and promotion will be targeted to attract new visitors.

Through this strategy, Parks Canada intends to develop and promote opportunities for visiting the park and getting around it without a personal vehicle, and to strengthen opportunities for discovery using active modes of transportation (on foot, by bicycle, on skis, even by canoe). Indeed, the park is already considered to attract this type of activity. Its location near several tourist routes (Route Verte, Sentier National, Saint-Maurice River canoe corridor) will facilitate its integration into existing networks. In addition, it will not be necessary to undertake any major developments given the recently completed work on the Parkway and the trail network. Parks Canada will therefore work to structure the activities being offered to better accommodate visitors who use active modes of transportation. Partner collaboration will be necessary to develop public transportation options not only from the surrounding urban centres, but also within the park.

Finally, because it meanders through such beautiful landscapes, has a high-quality surface and a winding route, the Parkway is an attraction for visitors travelling in motor vehicles. This can sometimes cause road safety issues and noise pollution. Parks Canada will therefore work to raise awareness among the various route users and will put in place measures to promote the safe use and sharing of this infrastructure, in keeping with the Agency’s vision and mandate and with the park’s nature experience.

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Key strategy 4

A national park that is accessible and well integrated into the regional community

The national park is a protected area, but also a major tourist attraction in the heart of the Mauricie region. The territory managed by Parks Canada and the adjacent lands are interdependent and influence each other in terms of economy, ecology and recreation. The park contributes to regional prosperity and sustainability, but it also needs community support and commitment to carry out its mission and remain relevant to Canadians.

This strategy aims to strengthen the integration of the park with regional development, regional tourism, conservation and land use planning. Parks Canada wishes to continue its efforts to work with regional actors, the tourism community and First Nations to create more opportunities for collaboration and to generate mutual benefits in terms of conservation, activities, outreach and promotion.

The strategy also aims to strengthen the sense of attachment to the park and its mandate on the part of visitors, local organizations, and the community. In this way, Parks Canada will facilitate and encourage the participation of the public and community organizations by strengthening the volunteer base. This is essential to operations and visitor experience, and allows for close ties with the local and regional community. As well, the national park will strengthen its presence in a variety of traditional and digital media, thereby increasing its outreach, including to members of the public who cannot visit in person.

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Zoning

Parks Canada’s national park zoning system is an integrated method of classifying land and water within a national park and designates where particular activities can occur on land and water, based on the ability to support those uses. The zoning system has five categories:

• Zone I – Special Preservation;
• Zone II – Wilderness;
• Zone III – Natural Environment;
• Zone IV – Outdoor Recreation; and
• Zone V – Park Services.

All of these categories apply to La Mauricie National Park. These are described below:

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Summary of strategic environmental assessment

All national park management plans are assessed through a strategic environmental assessment to understand the potential for cumulative effects. This understanding contributes to evidence-based decision-making that supports ecological integrity being maintained or restored over the life of the plan. The strategic environmental assessment for the for La Mauricie National Park of Canada Management Plan considered the potential impacts of climate change, local and regional activities around the park, expected increase in visitation and proposals within the management plan. The strategic environmental assessment assessed the potential impacts on different aspects of the ecosystem, including forest landscapes, the status of salmonid populations, the hydrological regime, and species at risk.

The disturbed state of the ecosystems is largely attributable to logging between 1830 and 1970, before the park’s creation. Therefore, forestry activities (cutting, fire suppression) have profoundly marked the entire territory by altering the composition, structure and natural processes of the forest ecosystem. The forest landscape could be impacted by additional long-term effects caused by climate change and its secondary consequences such as colonization by invasive species and intensification of uncontrolled forest fires and epidemics. However, ongoing restoration efforts were undertaken, including a prescribed fire program that began in 1990 to help certain species. This program, in addition to some of the objectives of the management plan, is still ongoing and will continue in the coming years to reverse the current trend and improve certain aspects of ecological integrity.

The situation regarding salmonid populations, historically disturbed by the introduction of many exotic fish species by hunting and fishing clubs (between 1883 and 1970), could be further affected, mostly because of activities and developments outside the park. Since the watershed extends beyond the park’s boundaries, the introduction of invasive alien species or non-native brook trout species remains possible. Ecological connectivity must be taken into account and joint landscape-level actions must be carried out to prevent non-native salmonid species stocked in numerous watershed lakes from interacting with genetically unique populations living in allopatry in certain park lakes.

The aquatic ecosystems and wetlands have also been greatly affected by logging and log driving beginning in the mid-19th century. Work was performed on lakes and streams to facilitate log floating. Numerous dams built at lake outlets altered their water flow patterns, resulting in changes to wetland and riparian habitats. To reverse the current trend and improve certain aspects of ecological integrity, an aquatic ecosystem restoration program was developed. Since 2004, it has enabled intensive restoration efforts and these efforts continue through the current Restoring Memory and Ecosystems project. Under this project, several actions were carried out: the demolition of old dams, the removal of thousands of logs accumulated on lake beds and along the littoral zone, and the recovery of genetically unique allopatric populations of brook trout. This project is still ongoing and is expected to continue in the coming years.

The implementation of a multi-species action plan for the recovery of species at risk in the Mauricie and Western Quebec Field Unit will define the direction of the actions taken to recover species at risk in the park. The strategic environmental assessment also provides recommendations to mitigate effects arising from increased attendance, park activities, and developments outside the park. A new land management tool or the introduction of additional protective measures that meet current species requirements would circumvent contributing to cumulative unwanted impacts.

Indigenous partners, stakeholders and the public were provided with opportunities to provide comments on the draft plan, and a draft summary of the draft strategic environmental assessment. Comments from the public, Indigenous groups, and stakeholders were incorporated into the strategic environmental assessment and management plan as appropriate.

The SEA was conducted in accordance with The Cabinet Directive on the Environmental Assessment of Policy, Plan and Program Proposals (2010) and facilitated an evaluation of how the management plan contributed to the Federal Sustainable Development Strategy. Individual projects

undertaken to implement management plan objectives at the site will be evaluated to determine if an impact assessment is required under the Impact Assessment Act, or successor legislation. The Management Plan supports the Federal Sustainable Development Strategy goals of “Connecting Canadians with Nature,” “Healthy Wildlife Populations” and “Sustainably Managed Lands and Forests.”

Many positive environmental effects are expected and there are no significant negative environmental effects anticipated from implementation of the La Mauricie National Park of Canada Management Plan.

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