Please note: this is not about the American Soo Locks on the Michigan side. This is about the Sault Ste. Marie Canal in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, July 22, 2024 – After making significant progress on critical in-ground work at the Powerhouse building at the Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site, Parks Canada would like to advise that the recreational lock will be re-opening on July 29, 2024.
This important work, aimed at stabilizing the foundation of the historic Powerhouse building, addresses the challenges posed by ground water intrusion. While fluctuating water levels during the recreational locks’ operation have been a factor, effective measures have been taken to mitigate these impacts within the construction area.
Before the end of the operational season, additional in-ground work is anticipated which will require a week-long closure. Parks Canada will provide an additional project update once these construction plans have been confirmed.
Until then, the recreational lock hours of operation will be:
- 9 am to 9 pm (July 29 to September 2)
- 11 am to 7 pm (September 3 to October 15)
Parks Canada appreciates the understanding and patience of visitors and stakeholders while we work to preserve the structural integrity of the Powerhouse building. The Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site is pleased to welcome visitors to the recreational lock, grounds, the Visitor Centre, and Exhibit.
Parks Canada and the project contractor continue to work closely with local tourism operators, stakeholders and partners to support a successful tourism season across the region through the continued communication of timelines and updates as the project progresses.
Information:
Megan Miller
Public Relations and Communications Officer
Northern Ontario Field Unit, Parks Canada
Megan.miller@pc.gc.ca
249-525-6358
