Mélissa Gélinas LJI Reporter
To protect and preserve the Lac-Beauchamp Park ecosystem, the City of Gatineau wishes to adopt a conservation plan that aligns with the actions of the Biodiversity Action Plan and the 2024-2029 Water Management Plan.
Lac-Beauchamp Park is a major eco-territory covering over 213 hectares. It also contributes to cultural life by hosting numerous annual activities. However, in recent years, its biodiversity has been severely degraded, particularly in terms of water.
Three orientations of the conservation plan:
- Ensure the preservation and sustainable use of ecosystems
- Raise awareness and inform citizens of the importance of conserving Lac-Beauchamp Park
- Integrate the conservation plan into municipal planning
Objectives of the conservation plan:
- Ensure the protection of threatened and/or sensitive species and natural environments
- Ensure the continuity of annual activities at Lac-Beauchamp Park
- Strike a balance between activities and environmental conservation/protection
“By protecting this unique eco-territory, we are ensuring both the richness of our biodiversity and the quality of life of Gatineau residents,” emphasized Marc Bureau, municipal councillor for Parc-de-la-Montagne and chair of the Environment and Climate Change Committee. “That is why the city wants to develop a conservation plan to ensure the protection of natural environments and species, while maintaining sustainable access to outdoor activities.” Please note that an environmental characterization study is now underway to assess the current state of the park. The results will then be used to precisely determine the measures needed to ensure the park’s conservation.
As for the conservation plan, it will be established once it has been adopted by the municipal council. Based on the information gathered, actions will be implemented this year.
Photo: Lac-Beauchamp Park (June 28, 2025) (MG) Photo: Courtesy of Denis Girouard, Municipal Councillor for the Lac-Beauchamp District