By contributing to the Sustainable Land Management Fund, all visitors of the Îles de la Madeleine help finance the establishment and management of a regional park, waste management, as well as the improvement and maintenance of recreational and tourist infrastructures.
The Îles de la Madeleine are a fragile and unique ecosystem. The Sustainable Land Management Fund helps fund environmental protection and sustainable development projects to preserve the natural beauty of the archipelago. In this regard, the funds raised will contribute to financing the establishment and operation of a regional park and the enforcement of various regulations.
This action is part of the five main directions of the destination's sustainable tourism strategy.
In the Îles de la Madeleine, solid waste management is a challenge due to geographical location. Historically, some of the waste was exported to the mainland. However, efforts are being made to reduce this dependence on exportation and promote local recycling and composting. Selective sorting is encouraged, but due to geographical constraints, some waste is still exported for treatment. Local authorities are working on sustainable solutions to improve waste management.
The cost of waste treatment and exportation occupies a significantly higher portion of the budget compared to other regions in Quebec, accounting for 18% of the municipal budget.
On the archipelago, access to beaches, parks, outdoor sports fields, as well as parking lots, public toilets, etc., is free for users. The municipality must constantly maintain recreational and tourist infrastructures such as hiking trails, bike paths, and others. The Sustainable Land Management Fund supports the maintenance and improvement of services and facilities offered, ensuring a quality experience.
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