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Heritage Sites

Fort Langley National Historic Site: The Birthplace of British Columbia

Fort Langley National Historic Site, located in the Fraser Valley of British Columbia, is a treasured landmark that played a pivotal role in the early history of Canada’s West Coast. Established in 1827 by the Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC), Fort Langley served as a fur trading post and a key center of commerce for Indigenous and European relations in the region.

Heritage Sites

Batoche National Historic Site: A Symbol of Métis Resistance and Canadian Nation-Building

Batoche National Historic Site, located on the banks of the South Saskatchewan River, is one of the most significant historical landmarks in Canada. This site was the scene of the pivotal Battle of Batoche in 1885, during the North-West Rebellion, where Métis forces under the leadership of Louis Riel fought against the Canadian government.

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L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site: Canada’s Viking Legacy

L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site, located on the northern tip of Newfoundland’s Great Northern Peninsula, is one of Canada’s most unique and important archaeological treasures. This site, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, is the only confirmed Viking settlement in North America