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By Violette, Brigitte
Pointe-au-Père Navigational Aid Centre
Designated a national historic site by the Government of Canada in 1974, the Pointe-au-Père Lighthouse, several kilometres east of Rimouski, was recognized “because of its historic role as an important pilotage service centre” and “because it was an important beacon for navigation on the gulf and river”. With this designation, the centre became a memorial site and it has continued to evolve over the 35 years of its existence, as various stakeholders have identified and developed a sense of ownership in it. A notable addition to the Pointe-au-Père Lighthouse was a museum, providing a ve...
The English version of the Encyclopedia of French Cultural Heritage in North America is online since December 15th, 2009. It features an ever growing number of articles, documents and resources on the heritage of French-speaking North America.
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