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Ecological Integrity
The Environmental Indicators Monitoring Program at Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier
Since 2004, the Environmental Indicators Monitoring Program (EIMP) (see also the summary, in French only) has been implemented at Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier. A total of 20 indicators are monitored. Among them is the condition of benthic wildlife, a very important indicator for monitoring the quality of the aquatic environment, since a decline in pollution-sensitive species or an absence of them are indicators of a change in the quality of the environment.
The quality of riverside facilities is a significant indicator for us, since there are campsites, picnic areas and boat ramps all along Rivière Jacques-Cartier. With this indicator, we can keep a close eye on a variety of issues related to the banks (supply of materials, vegetalization) and to take quick action when we notice a deterioration of the environment.
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EIMP Report 2003-2012
After 10 years of field research, we are proud to present the first report on the evolution of the ecological integrity for Quebec’s National Parks. Access the entire findings of more than 370 surveys carried out through the Environmental Indicators Monitoring Program. We therefore invite you to go take a look at the results for your favorite parks! (You can also consult the report summary in English - see below).
Consult all the results (in French only)
You can also consult the EIMP Report 2003-2012 – Summary.