Pass for owners expropriated at the time of the creation of Forillon National Park and their descendants
Frequently Asked Questions
How will expropriated families have access to Forillon National Park?
- Parks Canada is introducing new pass for owners expropriated at the time of the creation of a national park or a national historic site, as well as for their spouses and descendants.
- This pass henceforth gives three generations (expropriated owners, their children, their grandchildren, as well as their spouses) the right to access the national park or national historic site whose creation gave rise to their expropriation.
- These people will be able to freely visit the places that have special meaning to them such as cemeteries, former residence sites, expropriation commemoration sites, and to take part in commemorative events organized or supported by Parks Canada.
Why has this new pass been created?
- This pass will give family members of expropriated owners a way to return to the places that are dear to them in the national park or historic site whose creation gave rise to their expropriation. It is an important step in the continuation of efforts undertaken by Parks Canada in the past few years toward re-establishing relations with communities.
- This approach is part of a profound change in mentality within Parks Canada. Much more than an ideology, this new way of proceeding gives rise to concrete actions that help the reconciliation process here, at Forillon, but also across the country.
Why are the admissibility requirements announced in August 2010 modified?
- In response to requests made by expropriated persons, the Honourable Peter Kent, Minister of the Environment, amended, on June 3, 2011, the exemption of entrance fees announced in August 2010 so that all expropriated owners are eligible, as well as their children and grandchildren (three generations).
- This decision is part of the reconciliation process with expropriated persons undertaken by Parks Canada. At Forillon National Park, the reconciliation process has notably included special reunion days held in 2009 and 2010 and the creation of a new permanent exhibit Gaspesians from Land's End. This measure also reflects the apology motion voted for unanimously in favour at the House of Commons last February 14.
- This decision, as this whole reconciliation process, shows Parks Canada's willingness to recognize the contribution of these families and communities to the history of our region and country. They are a solid base upon which Parks Canada intends to continue to build on.
Who can obtain a pass for Forillon National Park?
- The owners of permanent residences, cottages, land and lumber lots that were expropriated during the creation of Forillon National Park, their children, grandchildren and spouses will be able to obtain a pass so that they can revisit the places that are dear to them, which are, today, within in the park.
- Each eligible person is responsible for submitting their own application for a pass. For applicants under 18 years old, the pass application can be submitted by a parent or legal guardian.
- The pass is valid for one national park or national historic site, that is, the one whose creation gave rise to the expropriation of the applicant and his/her family.
Who is the "first generation of expropriated persons"?
- The expression "first generation of expropriated persons" refers to persons whose name appeared on the act of ownership of a permanent residence, a cottage, and land or lumber lots expropriated during the creation of a national park or a national historic site and their spouses.
- "Second generation of expropriated persons" refers to the children of the first generation of expropriated persons and their spouses.
- "Third generation of expropriated persons" refers to the grandchildren of the first generation of expropriated persons and their spouses.
How does this pass for the Forillon National Park work?
- At Forillon National Park, this pass will take the form of an identity card with photo and will be issued to any eligible person who applies for one. It is a personal non-transferable pass that will be renewable every five years.
- Upon presenting their pass at Forillon National Park toll kiosks, pass holders will have free access, all year round, to places within the park that have special personal or family significance to them.
How do I make a request?
- You can, at this time, apply for a pass. Your application must include the following:
- the Pass Application duly completed and signed,
a copy of your birth (or baptismal) certificate in order to prove your identity and one recent colour photo.
- The Pass Application form is available here Application Form (PDF - 120 Kb, Word - 2.5 Mb) or a printed form can be obtained at the Parks Canada offices in Gaspé (122 De Gaspé Boul.), at L'Anse-au-Griffon and Penouille reception and information centres, at the Interpretation Centre in the North sector and at toll kiosks in the North and South sectors of the park.
- The completed form can be mailed or dropped off in person at the following address:
Pass Application
Forillon National Park
122 De Gaspé Boulevard
Gaspé, Québec G4X 1A9
- You can also submit your application by e-mail to: info-expropriation.forillon@pc.gc.ca
When can I apply for a pass?
- Anytime, as of March 28, 2011
I still have questions?
- For more information on the procedure to follow to obtain a pass,
contact us by phone at 418-892-6028
or by e-mail at the following address: info-expropriation.forillon@pc.gc.ca
- We will be pleased to answer your questions.
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