Visitor guidelines

Fort Lennox National Historic Site

Parks Canada administers sites that are a source of pride for all Canadians. By following a few rules, you are helping to preserve cultural and natural treasures for future generations.

1. Activity restrictions ans special events
  • Special events and private, community or commercial activities require a permit. A request must be made to Fort Lennox National Historic Site at least 12 weeks prior to the proposed date.
2. Cannabis, smoking and vaping
  • Smoking or the use of an electronic cigarette is prohibited on the ferry, in the fortification and within 9 meters of any open doors or windows or air intakes that are connected to an enclosed area.
  • The use of cannabis is not permitted at Fort Lennox National Historic Site. For more information on the regulation of cannabis in Parks Canada sites, please visit: https://www.pc.gc.ca/fr/voyage-travel/regles-rules/cannabis.
3. Garbage
  • We thank you for throwing your garbage in the bins.

https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulations/SOR-80-217/page-1.html

4. Pets and service animals
  • Service animals are welcome, in the company of their handlers. Please keep service animals on a leash or harness during your visit.
  • Dogs on a leash are allowed in the park near the parking.
  • Pets are not allowed on Île aux Noix.

View the National Historic Parks Wildlife and Domestic Animals Regulations (DORS/81-613).

5. Videos, filming and using drones
  • If you wish to film or take commercial photos at Fort Lennox National Historic Site, you must communicate directly with us to get more information on required permits and related fees.
  • For filming that does not require special access or affect normal site operations, a simple declaration must be completed. For more information, visit A guide to film/photo shoots at Parks Canada. We also recommend you take notice of the filming suggested best practices.
  • Furthermore, please note the recreational use of drones is forbidden on Parks Canada sites. If you don’t have a permit or special permission to fly your drone on a Parks Canada site, please leave your drone at home. Learn more about drone usage rules.
6. Wildlife and flora
  • You are not allowed to entice, pet or attempt to pet, harass, or feed wild animals.
  • Stay on the trails to preserve the surrounding flora.
  • Fishing on the Richelieu shore from Île aux Noix is prohibited.
  • Wood fires are prohibited on the ground of the national historic site.
  • Swimming is prohibited.

Breaking the law in a National Park or National Historic Site can result in consequences including evictions or tickets, or in more serious cases, court appearances and/or large fines. View the Canada National Parks Act and its regulations.

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