CA/DCH
type: Concept
in scheme: providers
definition: On behalf of the people of Canada, we protect and present nationally significant examples of Canada's natural and cultural heritage and foster public understanding, appreciation and enjoyment in ways that ensure their ecological and commemorative integrity for present and future generations. For more than a century, the Government of Canada has been involved in protecting outstanding natural areas and in commemorating significant aspects of Canadian history. Parks Canada manages three major programs: national parks, national historic sites and national marine conservation areas. System of National Historic Sites: The national historic sites program fosters knowledge and appreciation of Canada's past through a national program of historical commemoration. Sites, persons and events determined to be of national historic significance are designated by the Minister of Canadian Heritage on the advice of the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada. System of National Marine Conservation Areas: In 1986, the national marine conservation areas program was established to protect and conserve for tall time national marine areas of Canadian significance that are representative of the country's ocean environment and the Great Lakes, and to encourage public understanding, appreciation and enjoyement of this marine heritage so as to leave it unimpaired for future generations. More Information: "http://www.pch.gc.ca/"

CANADA
type: Concept