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Île d’Orléans

Île d'Orléans, QC

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

Canada’s only monumental painted panorama is at risk of destruction without Quebec heritage classification. Why it matters: The 120-year-old Cyclorama…

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Royal Victoria Hospital

Montreal, QC

The future of this historically significant, yet largely-abandoned complex is in limbo. Why it matters: Built in 1893 thanks to…

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Cathédrale Saint-Germain

Rimouski, QC

An iconic Roman Catholic cathedral in limbo. Why it matters: Built between 1854 and 1862, the Saint-Germain Cathedral was designed…

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Wallingford-Back Mine

Mulgrave-et-Derry, QC

A stunning industrial landscape that became a beloved local asset is threatened with destruction. Why it matters: Situated inside a…

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Saint-Vincent-de-Paul Penitentiary National Historic Site

Laval, QC

Historic federal penitentiary wasting away Why it matters: From the time of its opening in 1873 until its closure in…

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The Quebec Bridge

St. Lawrence River, QC

LONGEST CANTILEVER BRIDGE SPAN IN THE WORLD RUSTING AWAY Why it matters: The Quebec Bridge will be 100 years old…

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Hôpital de la Miséricorde

Montreal, QC

INSTITUTIONAL LANDMARK IN NEED OF REVITALIZATION Why it matters: This large convent hospital complex built between 1853 and 1940 is…

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Estate of the Pères de Sainte-Croix

Lac Simon, QC

CULTURAL LANDSCAPE ON TENTERHOOKS Property owner circumvents heritage bylaw by making sale of lots contingent upon land severance. Why it…

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Cap-des-Rosier Lighthouse National Historic Site

Gaspé, QC

Local community left holding the financial bag as federal government seeks to unload a “surplus” heritage lighthouse. Why it matters:…

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Église du Très-Saint-Nom-de-Jésus

Montreal, QC

THREATENED WITH DEMOLITION IN 2010, THE CHURCH REOPENS IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS IN 2014 Thanks to a dedicated group of…

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Sillery District

Quebec, QC

FUTURE OF HISTORIC DISTRICT UNCERTAIN DESPITE 1964 PROVINCIAL DESIGNATION As early as 1964, the province of Quebec made the visionary…

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Redpath Mansion

Montreal, QC

Brought back from the brink of demolition twice, what remains of the Redpath Mansion—a rare vestige of the fabled Square…

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Franciscan Sisters Missionaries of Mary Monastery and Chapel

Quebec, QC

PRAYING FOR A MIRACLE A demolition permit has been issued to tear down the monastery and its 124-year-old chapel on…

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Grenville Canal

Grenville, QC

VILLAGE HAS WILL, LACKS MEANS TO SAVE HISTORIC CANAL Overwhelmed by the high costs of restoration and maintenance, the small…

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Winter Street Prison

Sherbrooke, QC

CRUMBLING BEHIND BARS The future of the Winter Prison complex remains uncertain. This unique historic landmark is succumbing to decay…

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BENS Deli Restaurant

Montreal, QC

LANDMARK EATERY DESTINED FOR THE DUMP BENS Delicatessen, a Montréal Art Deco landmark with its famous wrap-around illuminated corner sign,…

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Sir Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine House

Montreal, QC

Why It Matters: This three-storey Georgian mansion, located on prime real estate below René Levesque Boulevard, was built between 1844…

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Southwest Point Lighthouse

Anticosti Island, QC

Background: Dating from 1831, this magnificent 24 m. tall stone tower with lantern and gallery originally painted white with two…

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5 Place Ville Marie

Montreal, QC

Background: Part of an outstanding example of modern heritage in Quebec and an urban landmark in Montréal, 5 Place Ville-Marie…

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Wright-Scott House

Gatineau, QC

Background: Built in 1852 for Philemon Wright, the founder of Hull, this historic stone residence is one of the last…

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