A controversial new bridge and ongoing development pressures threaten the important cultural landscape of l’Ile D’Orléans. Why it matters: The…
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Cyclorama of Jerusalem
Sainte-Anne-de Beaupré, QC
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Canada’s only monumental painted panorama is at risk of destruction without Quebec heritage classification. Why it matters: The 120-year-old Cyclorama…
Royal Victoria Hospital
Montreal, QC
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The future of this historically significant, yet largely-abandoned complex is in limbo. Why it matters: Built in 1893 thanks to…
Cathédrale Saint-Germain
Rimouski, QC
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An iconic Roman Catholic cathedral in limbo. Why it matters: Built between 1854 and 1862, the Saint-Germain Cathedral was designed…
Wallingford-Back Mine
Mulgrave-et-Derry, QC
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A stunning industrial landscape that became a beloved local asset is threatened with destruction. Why it matters: Situated inside a…
Saint-Vincent-de-Paul Penitentiary National Historic Site
Laval, QC
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Historic federal penitentiary wasting away Why it matters: From the time of its opening in 1873 until its closure in…
The Quebec Bridge
St. Lawrence River, QC
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LONGEST CANTILEVER BRIDGE SPAN IN THE WORLD RUSTING AWAY Why it matters: The Quebec Bridge will be 100 years old…
Hôpital de la Miséricorde
Montreal, QC
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INSTITUTIONAL LANDMARK IN NEED OF REVITALIZATION Why it matters: This large convent hospital complex built between 1853 and 1940 is…
Estate of the Pères de Sainte-Croix
Lac Simon, QC
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CULTURAL LANDSCAPE ON TENTERHOOKS Property owner circumvents heritage bylaw by making sale of lots contingent upon land severance. Why it…
Cap-des-Rosier Lighthouse National Historic Site
Gaspé, QC
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Local community left holding the financial bag as federal government seeks to unload a “surplus” heritage lighthouse. Why it matters:…
Église du Très-Saint-Nom-de-Jésus
Montreal, QC
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THREATENED WITH DEMOLITION IN 2010, THE CHURCH REOPENS IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS IN 2014 Thanks to a dedicated group of…
Sillery District
Quebec, QC
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FUTURE OF HISTORIC DISTRICT UNCERTAIN DESPITE 1964 PROVINCIAL DESIGNATION As early as 1964, the province of Quebec made the visionary…
Redpath Mansion
Montreal, QC
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Brought back from the brink of demolition twice, what remains of the Redpath Mansion—a rare vestige of the fabled Square…
Franciscan Sisters Missionaries of Mary Monastery and Chapel
Quebec, QC
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PRAYING FOR A MIRACLE A demolition permit has been issued to tear down the monastery and its 124-year-old chapel on…
Grenville Canal
Grenville, QC
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VILLAGE HAS WILL, LACKS MEANS TO SAVE HISTORIC CANAL Overwhelmed by the high costs of restoration and maintenance, the small…
Winter Street Prison
Sherbrooke, QC
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CRUMBLING BEHIND BARS The future of the Winter Prison complex remains uncertain. This unique historic landmark is succumbing to decay…
BENS Deli Restaurant
Montreal, QC
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LANDMARK EATERY DESTINED FOR THE DUMP BENS Delicatessen, a Montréal Art Deco landmark with its famous wrap-around illuminated corner sign,…
Sir Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine House
Montreal, QC
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Why It Matters: This three-storey Georgian mansion, located on prime real estate below René Levesque Boulevard, was built between 1844…
Southwest Point Lighthouse
Anticosti Island, QC
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Background: Dating from 1831, this magnificent 24 m. tall stone tower with lantern and gallery originally painted white with two…
5 Place Ville Marie
Montreal, QC
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Background: Part of an outstanding example of modern heritage in Quebec and an urban landmark in Montréal, 5 Place Ville-Marie…
Wright-Scott House
Gatineau, QC
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Background: Built in 1852 for Philemon Wright, the founder of Hull, this historic stone residence is one of the last…
