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Parks Canada asking Gravenhurst for Bethune Memorial House input

GRAVENHURST, ON – The future of a historic site in Gravenhurst is in the hands of community members.

Parks Canada is asking for public input as it reviews the management plan for Bethune Memorial House.

A family of visitors giving stilts a try, a popular recreational activity during the Victorian era at Bethune Memorial House National Historic Site. (Bethune House -Parks Canada supplied image.)

The organization said in a release it is looking for a vision of the future of the historic site and strategies for getting there.

Parks Canada wants to know what kinds of programs, facilities and services community members would like to see offered at Bethune Memorial House.

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“What is your vision for Bethune Memorial House?” Parks Canada said in the release. “The management plan public consultations are an opportunity for everyone to shape the future of Bethune Memorial House National Historic Site.”

The house is a dedication to Dr. Norman Bethune, who became a medical pioneer and advocate for the universal health care system in Canada.

Anyone interested in having their suggestions heard can email [email protected] or send an oldfashioned letter to 235 John Street North, Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada, P1P 1G4.

Deadline is June 30, 2019, to share opinions, comments and ideas.

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