Key indicators for measuring the state of conservation

6. Monitoring


  1. Key indicators for measuring the state of conservation
  2. Administrative arrangements for monitoring property
  3. Results of previous reporting exercises

A. Key indicators for measuring the state of conservation


Indicator Periodicity Location of Records
Percentage of canal buildings, fortifications and engineering works in good or fair condition. Regular monitoring of all cultural resources on a cycle not to exceed three years. Data recorded in the Eastern Ontario Field Unit Asset Management System Eastern Ontario Field Unit,
34A Beckwith Street South,
Smiths Falls, Ontario,
K7A 2A8
The authenticity of the slackwater sections of the canal is not under threat from external development along the waterway. Development proposals are reviewed as submitted for potential impact on the slackwater sections Eastern Ontario Field Unit,
34A Beckwith Street South,
Smiths Falls, Ontario,
K7A 2A8
Percentage of visitors who are aware of the world heritage values of the nominated property. Visitor surveys every five years. Eastern Ontario Field Unit,
34A Beckwith Street South,
Smiths Falls, Ontario,
K7A 2A8
The buffer zone of the nominated property is functioning effectively in reducing the impact of external developments adjacent to the property. Development proposals are reviewed as submitted for potential impact on the nominated property. Eastern Ontario Field Unit,
34A Beckwith Street South,
Smiths Falls, Ontario,
K7A 2A8
Visitation trends are measured to identify potential threats to the state of conservation of the nominated property. Visitation records are maintained annually and correlated with conservation reports to identify impacts. Eastern Ontario Field Unit,
34A Beckwith Street South,
Smiths Falls, Ontario,
K7A 2A8

 

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