Canadian Heritage Rivers System
Canadian Heritage Rivers System (CHRS)
Ottawa, ON K1A0M5
Phone:819-994-2913
Fax:819-997-0835
Web: www.chrs.ca
Established: 1984. Description:Established by federal, provincial, and territorial governments to conserve and protect the best examples of Canada's river heritage, to give them national recognition, and to encourage the public to enjoy and appreciate them. Today, there are 39 Heritage Rivers across Canada, and more are being added to the system each year. Members: 15 (appointed by government).
Publications: Heritage Riverscapes Newsletter (annually); free. The Canadian Heritage Rivers System Annual Report (annually); free.
See other parks in Ontario.