FortSennevilleLetterEng



	The Honourable David Anderson, P.C., M. P., Minister of the Environment, Room 133, East Block, House of Commons, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 c.c.: The Honorable Serge Marcil P.C., M.P. Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of the Environment Confederation Building Room 224 Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 Mr. Alan Latourelle Chief Executive Officer Parks Canada 25 Eddy Street Gatineau, Québec K1A 0M5 Mr. Francis Scarpaleggia M.P. House of Commons, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 Dear Mr. Anderson, I have become aware of a proposal, prepared by residents of Senneville, for the purchase by Parks Canada of Sir John Abbott's former estate, including his house, Boisbriant, and the ruins of Fort Senneville. I am aware of this land, its buildings and the remains of the fort. I strongly support this initiative to preserve this beautiful site, rich in historical, archaeological, and natural significance, as a cultural resource available to all Canadians. Please give this proposal serious consideration. It is an opportunity to conserve not only a fine residence of a former prime minister, but also the built legacy of 350 years of Canadian history. Yours truly,