The Heritage Canada Foundation believes that historic places are the cornerstones of community, identity and sense of place. The National Awards Program recognizes individuals and organizations whose work gives new life to Canada’s historic places. Three of the awards including the Prince of Wales Prize for Municipal Heritage Leadership, the Gabrielle Léger Award for Lifetime Achievement in Heritage Conservation and the Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Outstanding Achievement in Heritage Conservation at the Provincial/Territorial Level are presented to recipients at a ceremony held in conjunction with the Heritage Canada Foundation’s annual conference, which will next be held in St. John's September 30 to October 2, 2010. The National Achievement Awards are presented throughout the year on an occasion chosen by the organization making the nomination. Nominations for the Prince of Wales Prize for Municipal Heritage Leadership, the Gabrielle Léger Award for Lifetime Achievement in Heritage Conservation and the Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Outstanding Achievement in Heritage Conservation at the Provincial/Territorial Level must be received by the Heritage Canada Foundation by April 30. Award recipients are announced in July. Selections are made by an independent jury whose members represent, on a broad basis, the regions of Canada, the various disciplines relating to heritage conservation, and the voluntary heritage movement. NATIONAL AWARDS RECIPIENTS 2009 National Awards Recipients 2008 The Prince of Wales Prize for Municipal Heritage Leadership Gabrielle Léger Award for Lifetime Achievement in Heritage Conservation
In keeping with His Royal Highness’ commitment to architecture, the environment, and inner-city renewal, The Prince of Wales agreed to lend his title to the creation in 1999 of a prize to be awarded annually to the government of a municipality which has demonstrated a strong and sustained commitment to the conservation of its historic places. The local government must have a record of supporting heritage preservation through such means as regulation, policies, funding and exemplary stewardship. The nomination must provide evidence that heritage properties in the given municipality have improved over a period of time. The award consists of a metal plaque and a scroll, as well as a flag or pennant to be flown outside the winning municipality’s headquarters and/or placed on permanent display. The Prince of Wales Prize logo must be displayed on the homepage of the municipality’s website. Eligibility Criteria and Nomination Procedures
Madame Gabrielle Léger (1916-1998) consented to serve as patron for an award that recognizes individuals for their outstanding service to the country in the cause of heritage conservation. Founded in 1978, the Gabrielle Léger Award is Canada's premier honour for individual achievement in heritage conservation. The award consists of a bronze medal by sculptor John E. Matthews, and an inscribed certificate. Eligibility Criteria and Nomination Procedures The Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Outstanding Achievement in Heritage Conservation at the Provincial/Territorial Level was established in 1979 to recognize an individual or group's efforts in the conservation of historic places over many years.1. In 2010, nominations are being sought for worthy recipients whose work has benefited the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. The award is open to volunteers or professionals active in heritage conservation. The Lieutenant Governor's Award consists of an engraved medal and an inscribed certificate. Eligibility Criteria and Nomination Procedures The National Achievement Awards Nominations for the National Achievement Awards are encouraged throughout the year. These awards honour individuals or groups for their achievement in heritage advocacy and volunteerism, and for projects that demonstrate a community’s commitment to heritage conservation. Local heritage organizations are encouraged to submit nominations within prescribed criteria and eligibility rules. Each award is given jointly by the Heritage Canada Foundation and the heritage organization making the nomination. In this way, the Heritage Canada Foundation also recognizes the nominating organizations for their dedication and commitment to excellence in heritage conservation. The Achievement Awards consists of an inscribed certificate. Eligibility Criteria and Nomination Procedures Previous Achievement Award recipients General Regulations
Please send nominations and support materials to: National Awards Program For additional information email: heritagecanada@heritagecanada.org
Heritage Canada Foundation 2009 Award Winners Over 200 people attended the Gala Awards and Reception at the Artscape Wychwood Barns in Toronto, Ontario on September 25, 2009. The Heritage Canada Foundation congratulates all the recipients of its National Awards which recognize outstanding achievement and excellence in the field of built heritage conservation. BACKGROUNDERJURIED AWARDS THE PRINCE OF WALES PRIZE for Municipal Heritage Leadership City of Edmonton, Alberta While a young city even by Canadian standards, Edmonton has shown a strong commitment to preserve and celebrate its built heritage and to promote awareness of the city’s history. (Incorporated as the Town of Edmonton in 1892 and as the City of Edmonton in 1904).
As well as the register, the Historic Resource Management Program oversees the designation and protection of the city’s 73 Municipal Historic Resources; provides advice and assistance to owners of historic properties on matters relating to good conservation practice; promotes the value of the city’s heritage resources through displays, workshops/seminars, walking tours, newsletters, open house partnerships, and more. The Planning and Development Department also sponsors the annual Historic Edmonton and Northern Alberta Festival that showcases the diversity of the city’s heritage resources. In 1988, the City developed a financial incentives policy that enabled tax credits and grants to encourage Recognizing the many cultural, social and economic benefits of heritage planning, a new long-term Historic Resource Management Plan was completed this year after extensive public consultation. The Plan formally integrates these interrelated areas of activity and allows for a clear strategy to manage Edmonton’s historic resources in a precise and consistent manner and to simplify related policies and procedures. Through the City’s dedication to preserving heritage, a w The City has placed great importance on preserving its historic resources as a way to create jobs, increase tourism, encourage the reuse of resources, and enhance property values. The result has been a growing sense of pride in its heritage buildings and historic areas and their importance to the history of the city. The City of Edmonton was nominated for the Prince of Wales Prize by Tim Marriott, Vice-President of the Edmonton and District Historical Society. Backgrounder: The Prince of Wales Prize for Municipal Heritage Leadership In keeping with His Royal Highness’ commitment to architecture, the environment, and inner-city renewal, The Prince of Wales agreed to lend his title to the creation in 1999 of a prize to be awarded annually to the government of a municipality which has demonstrated its strong and sustained commitment to the conservation of its historic places. The local government must have a record of supporting heritage preservation through such means as regulation, policies, funding and exemplary stewardship. The nomination must provide evidence that heritage properties in the given municipality have improved over a period of time. Previous recipients of the Prince of Wales Prize include Markham, Ontario (2000), Victoria, British Columbia (2001), Saint John, New Brunswick (2002), Québec, Quebec (2003), Perth, Ontario (2004), Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island (2005), Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia (2006) and St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador (2007).
Dr. Harold Kalman, Vancouver, British Columbia 
Hal Kalman opened his first practice in Ottawa in 1975, and later formed, with John Stewart, Canada’s first full-service conservation office, Commonwealth Historic Resource Management in 1984. He introduced many innovations to heritage conservation practice during his career, including Canada’s first objective process for determining the historic value of buildings in the widely-adopted Evaluation of Historic Buildings in 1979. More recently, he produced what was cited as the first values-based heritage plan for West Vancouver and contributed to establishing heritage conservation as a component of sustainability. He has been involved in more than 1,000 professional projects in Canada and abroad since 1975—from historic building conservation (St. George’s Church, Halifax; Rideau Street Convent Chapel, Ottawa; Woodward’s Redevelopment, Vancouver) and municipal conservation planning (Dawson City, Yukon; Victoria, B.C.; Winnipeg, Man.) to heritage impact assessments, cultural heritage tourism planning and the development of public heritage policy. He has worked extensively overseas, including major projects in the Caribbean and China. 
Hal Kalman introduced the subject of heritage conservation into the architectural history curriculum at the University of British Columbia, where he taught from 1968 to 1975. At the University of Victoria, he has given numerous courses in the Cultural Resource Management program where he also established a scholarship fund. In 2005, the Faculty of Architecture at Hong Kong University conferred the prestigious title Honourary Professor on Dr. Kalman. His inspired teaching has helped hundreds of graduate students understand the complexities of conservation planning and practice. One of his missions has been to raise public awareness of heritage conservation and he has done so through popular broadcasting and writing. Hal appeared regularly on CBC Radio and as an anchor and commentator on the TV series Homes by Design. His long-running column in Canadian Heritage magazine, his many articles in Canadian journals and his conservation guidebooks have been immensely popular. His award-winning A History of Canadian Architecture (2 vols.), remains a standard 15 years after its publication. Harold Kalman has received a number of awards including:
He has been active on the boards of Canada’s most influential non-governmental organizations including the Society for the Study of Architecture in Canada, the Association for Preservation Technology, ICOMOS Canada, the Heritage Canada Foundation and the Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals. He currently sits on the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada. The many letters supporting Hal Kalman’s nomination identified his commitment, intellect, knowledge, skills and passion. With his extensive list of publications, public and professional service, and academic contributions, Harold Kalman has been a continuously influential figure in the evolution of heritage conservation in Canada. Harold Kalman was nominated by Nola-Kate Seymoar, President and CEO for the International Centre for Sustainable Cities. THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR’S AWARD for Outstanding Achievement in Heritage Conservation at the Provincial/Territorial Level Stephen Otto, Toronto, Ontario
Stephen Otto’s efforts focus on the public realm and the places that define people’s experience in Ontario. His dedication in protecting and educating the public on places, such as The Distillery District National Historic Site, Todmorden Mills and Spadina House, has been a source of inspiration to others in the field. He recently administered the newly enacted Ontario Heritage Act and led the development of programs to support architectural conservation, archaeology, museums, historical plaques and publications. Otto is a former director of the Ontario Heritage Foundation and Canadian Association of Professional Heritage Consultants, and serves on several advisory boards including the Bata Shoe Museum and Massey College. He was founding chair of the Friends of Fort York & Garrison Common and only retired recently from that position. At present, Otto sits on the Corporation of Trinity College.
Stephen Otto is often referred to as an encyclopedia of knowledge in the field of heritage, and brings a strong sense of engagement to the cause. His work will always be ongoing and his efforts in ensuring significant sites, such as Fort York, are protected and properly understood will never cease. Stephen Otto was nominated by Karen Black, Manager of Museums and Heritage Services with the City of Toronto. HCF Appointed Awards Jury 2009 Jury Members for the Prince of Wales Prize, the Gabrielle Léger Award, and the Lieutenant Governor Award: Ms. Julia Gersovitz, Partner, Fournier Gersovitz Moss Architects, Montréal, Que. Mr. David B. Flemming, Heritage Consultant, Past President, Heritage Ottawa, former Director, Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Ottawa, Ont. Mr. Donald Luxton, FRAIC, Principal, Donald Luxton & Associates Inc., Vancouver, B.C. NON-JURIED AWARDS NATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS The Achievement Awards honour individuals or groups for their achievement in heritage advocacy and volunteerism, and for conservation projects that demonstrate a community’s commitment to heritage conservation. Each award is given jointly by the Heritage Canada Foundation and the heritage organization making the nomination. In this way, the Heritage Canada Foundation also recognizes the nominating organizations for their dedication and commitment to excellence in heritage conservation. The Rehabilitation and Adaptive Reuse of the Alton Mill Complex, Caledon, Ontario The Alton Mill is a late 19th century stone industrial complex in the village of Alton, part of Caledon, Ontario. The mill was established along the banks of Shaw’s Creek in 1881 as the Beaver Knitting Mill, renowned across Canada for its production of fleece-lined long underwear. It was converted in 1935 to produce rubber products. The mill remained in operation until 1982 and represents the longest-running water-powered mill on the upper Credit River system. It is also only one of the two late 19th century stone mill complexes still standing along Shaw’s Creek, where once up to twelve mills operated.
The first phase of the project saw the eastern half of the mill building renovated and converted into artists’ studios and galleries. The recently completed second phase involved extensive rehabilitation of the larger western section of the building for similar uses; the stabilization of several stone outbuildings; and improvements to site amenities and landscaping. Funding support was secured through the provincial Rural Economic Development program and the federal Commercial Heritage Properties Incentive Fund. The property received municipal designation under the Ontario Heritage Act in 2004 and was added to the National Register for Historic Places in 2005.
From an educational standpoint, the mill showcases artifacts, windows designed to reveal the exiting raceway, and the meticulously restored Turbine Room. With their extraordinary tenacity and vision, Jeremy and Jordan Grant took this building from a state of dereliction to an active place for the development of creative capital, once again making the mill an integral part of the economic and social life of the community. The Alton Mill has become a hub for the well-established and growing arts community in the Hills of Headwaters tourism area. The Heritage Canada Foundation Achievement Award is given jointly with Heritage Caledon. The New Edinburgh Community Alliance
For more than 30 years, the New Edinburgh Community Alliance (NECA)—a grassroots organization made up of residents of Ottawa’s New Edinburgh community—has been in the forefront of building awareness and undertaking efforts to preserve its built heritage.
Born out of a need to protect the neighbourhood from a proposed arterial highway that would have divided the community, NECA successfully mobilized public support against the plan, which was finally abandoned by the City nearly two decades later. Subsequent threats included redevelopment pressures resulting in demolition and unsympathetic infill. In response, the community worked closely with the City to create a Heritage Conservation District (HCD)—proclaimed in 2001—to protect the historic fabric of the neighbourhood. Using the guidelines for cultural heritage value and heritage attributes as their guide, NECA members work with developers to protect streetscapes, influence design and deal with real and perceived threats to the integrity of the heritage district. NECA regularly initiates meetings with property developers to exchange information and ideas on proposed developments and with realtors to discuss ways they could promote the HCD concept with potential buyers. The community welcomes intensification that follows the HCD guidelines as a means to enhance the neighbourhood. Development pressures that exceed the guidelines and the heritage overlay in the zoning bylaw are frequent, and NECA has worked vigorously to stop a number of inappropriate p NECA has been especially effective in promotional and public awareness activities including a regular heritage column in the community newspaper, an illustrated, bilingual Heritage Walking Trail publication, an informative community website, the development of “Frequently Asked Questions” about living in a HCD and successful heritage related panel discussions. NECA also regularly supports heritage initiatives in other areas of the city. The Heritage Canada Foundation Achievement Award is given jointly with Heritage Ottawa. The Achievement Award consists of an inscribed certificate. Heritage Canada Foundation 2008 Award Winners Over 200 people attended the Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony in Québec City’s beautifully restored Théâtre Impérial on Friday 26 September. The celebratory mood was set by the by the gypsy Jazz arrangements of The Lost Fingers who took to the stage during the lead-up to the dinner and awards presentation. The Heritage Canada Foundation congratulates all the recipients of its National Awards which recognize outstanding achievement and excellence in the field of built heritage conservation. BACKGROUNDER 2008JURIED AWARDS THE PRINCE OF WALES PRIZE for Municipal Heritage Leadership Town of Aurora, Ontario Despite unprecedented growth rates in recent decades, Aurora has, since the mid-1970s, introduced wide-ranging initiatives to protect its heritage buildings:
Since its establishment in 1985, the Planning and Development Department has worked to maintain the heritage character of Aurora. The Town has supported several community-improvement projects including Old Aurora (a $2.5 million rehabilitation project at the Church Street School), the Aurora Farmers Market, and the historic Town Park. Today, 95% of the building stock in Aurora which exited upon the passing of the Ontario Heritage Act (1975) remains, demonstrating that the town’s heritage policies have been implemented despite unprecedented urban growth. The town has used tools available under the OHA to strengthen protection for heritage buildings through the designation of landmarks and the establishment of a Heritage Conservation District consisting of 180 properties.
The Town of Aurora was nominated by Ms. Valerie Fleck, supported by the Aurora Historical Society. For the first time in the history of the Prince of Wales Prize, the Heritage Canada Foundation Awards jury has decided to present an Honourable Mention to the municipality of Saint-Raymond de Portneuf, Quebec, for the leadership it has shown in the revitalization and conservation of its historic downtown. Over the past 10 years municipal officials and business and community representatives have worked to renew and restore the historic buildings of downtown Saint-Raymond de Portneuf. The municipality has demonstrated the driving role that heritage can play in the stimulation of the economic, social and cultural revitalization of the community. The restoration of downtown commercial building façades—more than 30 restaurants, boutiques and service buildings—was accompanied by diverse cultural events to celebrate Saint-Raymond’s historic sites. The work that has gone into the preservation and celebration of the town’s heritage has reinforced the sense of pride that the residents of Saint-Raymond have towards their community. Saint-Raymond de Portneuf was nominated by Ms. Brigitte Aussant of the Fondation Rues Principales.
Backgrounder: The Prince of Wales Prize for Municipal Heritage Leadership In keeping with His Royal Highness’ commitment to architecture, the environment, and inner-city renewal, The Prince of Wales agreed to lend his title to the creation in 1999 of a prize to be awarded annually to the government of a municipality which has demonstrated its strong and sustained commitment to the conservation of its historic places. The local government must have a record of supporting heritage preservation through such means as regulation, policies, funding and exemplary stewardship. The nomination must provide evidence that heritage properties in the given municipality have improved over a period of time. Previous recipients of the Prince of Wales Prize include Markham, Ontario (2000), Victoria, British Columbia (2001), Saint John, New Brunswick (2002), Québec, Quebec (2003), Perth, Ontario (2004), Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island (2005), Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia (2006) and St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador (2007). THE GABRIELLE LÉGER AWARD for Lifetime Achievement in Heritage Conservation Julian Smith, M.Arch, OAA, Ottawa, Ontario As Chief Conservation Architect, National Historic Sites Program at Parks Canada from 1980 to 1987, he coordinated all national historic site design and development projects, and provided conservation advice to federal government departments and agencies. He also advised on the design and implementation of the Federal Heritage Buildings Program, which has led to the designation of 1,300 federal government buildings across the country. 
Julian Smith’s contribution to Canada’s conservation field has been enriched by the research and knowledge he acquired through his parallel careers as university professor and practicing architect. In 1989, he established one of the first graduate programs in heritage conservation in Canada, at Carleton University in Ottawa, where he served as Director for 17 years. In this role, he became a mentor to many working in the conservation field today.
Backgrounder: Gabrielle Léger Award THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR’S AWARD for Outstanding Achievement in Heritage Conservation at the Provincial/Territorial Level Dinu Bumbaru, Montréal, Québec 
Dinu Bumbaru is one of the co-directors of the Quebec Declaration for Heritage (adopted in 2000) and has served on ICOMOS Canada and ICOMOS International (elected to the executive committee in 1993 and becoming Secretary-General in 2002). Mr. Bumbaru has served on countless heritage conservation commissions, committees, panels, juries and delegations in Montréal and throughout the Province of Québec. He is a lecturer and has authored numerous booklets, pamphlets, monograms, articles and reports ranging from materials conservation and guided tours to heritage and risk preparedness.
Mr. Bumbaru was nominated by Ian McGillivray, Architect, Montréal. Backgrounder: Lieutenant Governor’s Award The Lieutenant Governor's Award consists of an engraved medal and an inscribed certificate. NON-JURIED AWARDS THE GOVERNORS’ AWARD for Extraordinary Achievement by an Individual or Organization in Heritage Conservation in Canada In 2008 HCF’s Board of Governors introduced a new award—the Governors’ Award—to celebrate and honour the extraordinary efforts of two key figures who have worked for this legislation since the beginning: Sen. Pat Carney (Ret.) of British Columbia and Mr. Barry MacDonald of Chezzetcook, Nova Scotia. Their ongoing dedication and commitment was key to the successful passage of this legislation.
The Hon. Pat Carney, worked tirelessly to pass Bill S-215 even after her retirement in January. The legislation is intended to protect federally owned lighthouses from being altered, sold, removed, assigned, transferred or otherwise disposed of without public consultation. The first Private Member’s bill to protect lighthouses was introduced in April of 2000 by Sen. Michael Forrestall of Nova Scotia. Sen. Pat Carney worked with him to have this legislation enacted until his death in June of 2006 and reintroduced the bill later that year.
Sen. Carney was first elected to the House of Commons in 1980 as MP for Vancouver Centre and held a number of senior positions including Minister of Energy, Mines and Resources, Minister of International Trade, and President of the Treasury Board. Since her appointment to the Senate in 1990, Senator Carney has also served as a member of several Senate Standing Committees including the Ad Hoc Parliamentary Committee on Lightstations.
With the successful passing of the Act, Barry MacDonald is currently working, along with several dozen people across Canada, to form a national society dedicated to lighthouses. Backgrounder: The Governors’ Award for Extraordinary Achievement by an Individual or Organization in Heritage Conservation in Canada NATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS The Achievement Awards honour individuals or groups for their achievement in heritage advocacy and volunteerism, and for conservation projects that demonstrate a community’s commitment to heritage conservation. Each award is given jointly by the Heritage Canada Foundation and the heritage organization making the nomination. In this way, the Heritage Canada Foundation also recognizes the nominating organizations for their dedication and commitment to excellence in heritage conservation.
The first phase of the project was completed in 1992. The Price family rehabilitated the early 19th century Hunt warehouse (now the Panache restaurant), opening the hotel with 23 rooms and two meeting rooms. The second phase, completed in 1995, saw the restoration and conversion of the Maison Hunt, a historic 18th century dwelling now offering 31 hotel rooms, including historically themed suites. The Heritage Canada Foundation Achievement Award, given jointly with the Conseil des monuments et sites du Québec, will be presented at the Heritage Canada Foundation’s annual Gala Awards Ceremony to Mr. Evan Price, owner of the Auberge Saint-Antoine. HCF Appointed Awards Jury 2008 Jury Members for the Prince of Wales Prize, the Gabrielle Léger Award, and the Lieutenant Governor Award: M. Jean-Claude Marsan, professeur titulaire, Faculté de l’aménagement – architecture, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Que. Ms. Julia Gersovitz, Partner, Fournier Gersovitz Moss Architects, Montréal, Que. Mr. David Flemming, President, Heritage Ottawa, Parks Canada (retired), Ottawa, Ont.
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The City of Edmonton has been an innovator in heritage conservation for a number of years. It is the owner of historical museums and archives, has a large inventory of heritage buildings, established the Edmonton Historical Board in the 1970s to advise City Council on heritage issues, and established several programs for assistance in preserving heritage properties. In 1980, the Planning and Development Department was given the task of creating one of the first municipal heritage programs in Canada beginning with a register of historic resources. The Inventory of Historic Resources of Edmonton now contains over 800 listings. 
the retention and preservation of heritage properties. The program has spent over $10 million since its inception giving commercial and private property owners the opportunity to invest in preserving and maintaining their buildings. It is estimated that each $1 dollar invested yields $14 dollars of private funding. The program also ties in with other programs and incentives such as the Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program, the City Housing Grants, the Façade Improvement Program and the work of the Alberta Historical Resources Foundation.
ide range of other initiatives have been put in place over the years to protect Edmonton’s historical treasures:
He is currently preparing a book on Ontario buildings and architecture to 1914, and he has a previous publication, Toronto: No Mean City, which is a revised edition of Eric Arthur’s classic work on the city’s 19th century buildings.
The current owners, Jeremy and Jordan Grant, took possession of the Alton Mill in the late 1980s. They recognized the intrinsic value of the mill’s historic stone and wood fabric, its rich industrial history and its place on the riverside in the heart of the village. Their long-term vision has resulted in a highly successful rehabilitation and adaptive reuse initiative.
By exposing and enhancing the character-defining elements of the building, the project has achieved a delicate balance between acknowledging the past and meeting contemporary needs. As well as artists’ studios and galleries, the mill includes workshop areas and large spaces for exhibits, meetings and concerts.
A small, contained neighbourhood east of Ottawa’s downtown core, New Edinburgh was founded in the early 1830s by canal builder and industrialist Thomas McKay. It was incorporated as a village in 1867 and annexed to the City of Ottawa 20 years later. Although industry in the area had declined by the turn of the 20th century, the proximity to Rideau Hall and Parliament Hill encouraged further residential growth and gentrification. The buildings and neighbourhood design still reflect the different phases of its development and transition.
roperty development projects in order to preserve the neighbourhood’s unique characteristics. Members have mastered important advocacy skills along the way from developing petitions and public information sessions, and using legal and professional advice, to making impressive presentations to municipal government. 
Key to Aurora’s success with preservation has been the work of volunteers committed to educating and celebrating the town’s heritage through an extensive Plaque program, interpretive sign program, a heritage Awards program, and the Young Heritage Leaders program.
Mr. Bumbaru has received a number of awards including: 
Mr. Barry MacDonald is the President of the Nova Scotia Lighthouse Preservation Society (NSLPS), the most active organization advocating for the preservation of lighthouses in Canada. He has volunteered with NSLPS since its creation in 1994 and throughout his time there has worked to protect Nova Scotia’s historic lighthouses. By 1997, Mr. MacDonald, along with other volunteers of the NSLPS began putting their efforts behind the campaign for a national act that would facilitate the designation of lighthouses as historic sites and ensure their maintenance in a manner consistent with conservation standards.
Situated on the Îlot Hunt in Québec City’s old port, the Auberge Saint-Antoine is a hotel and museum that celebrates the history of Québec. In 1990, the Îlot Hunt consisted of a collection of abandoned warehouses and apartment buildings. The Price family acquired the Îlot Hunt that year and began a massive three-phase rehabilitation project. 
Completed in 2003, the third phase involved a 94-room extension of the Auberge Saint-Antoine and the opening of a modern central building to house the reception area, indoor parking and Comporté meeting room. This third phase also involved developing exhibition space for the several hundred artifacts uncovered during earlier archaeological digs on the Îlot Hunt (initiated by Laval University and the City of Québec, the ministère de la Culture et des Communications du Québec and the Conseil des monuments et sites du Québec). Today, these artifacts, including a 17th-century cannon battery, are displayed throughout the common areas and rooms of the hotel.
