Management Plan

Preservation and presentation of the site

The preservation and presentation concept for Grosse Île and the Irish Memorial National Historic Site of Canada and the concomitant strategic directions correspond to the major principles adopted by Parks Canada for heritage site planning.

Preservation and presentation concept

Respecting the spirit of the place
Comprehensive and specific view of history
Nature-culture approach
Grosse Île: looking to the future

Management objectives and key actions

Ensuring the commemorative integrity of the site

Cultural landscapes
Built heritage
Archaeological resources
Commemorative plaques and monuments
Movable cultural resources
Communicating the site’s messages and heritage values

Visitor services

Facilities

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada facilities

Preserving and presenting the natural environment

Shared management of the site