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Conclusion
The Detroit River as a Canadian Heritage River
A LIVING DOCUMENT
FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
Designation of the Detroit River as a Canadian Heritage River will provide a definite step forward in
ensuring an irreplaceable part of our natural and cultural heritage will continue to play a major role in the
lives of future watershed residents. The implementation of the Management Strategy will provide the
means for assisting with the sustainable management of the Detroit River’s values on an ongoing and
evolving basis, since the Strategy has been developed as a ‘living document’.
The Management Strategy represents a beginning, not an end – which will evolve along with the
changing values of the watershed community, in order to effectively respond to future challenges, guide
future actions, and celebrate past and present community efforts. The Strategy will be reviewed every ten
years, in conjunction with the CHRS Ten Year Monitoring review period, to ensure its goals,
strategic directions and action accurately reflect the needs of the watershed community.
The fact that the Management Strategy is a living document will allow the watershed community to
maintain an ongoing role in building a sustainable future for the Detroit River watershed, a future that is
economically prosperous, culturally vibrant, and environmentally sound.
The Ambassador Bridge at night from Dieppe Park
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