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Power Development Visitor Centre Ready for an Electric Summer

May 24, 2017
By Adriana Conti

Cornwall Ontario – The Power Visitor Centre has opened its doors for another thrilling summer of interactive learning.

The St. Lawrence Power Development Visitor Centre kicks off the tourist season by welcoming groups of all ages to the centre, which is situated on the banks of the St. Lawrence River.

The Visitor Centre offers a chance to learn about the history of the St. Lawrence Seaway and Power Dam, one of Canada’s largest engineering projects. The Centre is equipped with interesting exhibits with explanations ranging from how electricity is generated in our area to information about Mohawk and Native American culture.

The fascinating building not only has a spectacular view of the St. Lawrence waterfront for visitors to enjoy, but also offers a wide range of unique activities. Visitors have the chance to chase a virtual electric eel up a ladder, spin a turbine to create electricity, watch videos about the creation of the dam, and learn to balance power production first-hand by becoming an operator for the day.

“We are excited about another tourism season here at the visitor centre,” says Matt Mulvihill, Communications Officer. “We hope to see many people come out to experience all that the centre has to offer.”

Indeed there are many things happening at the Visitor Centre this summer. They will be hosting various events in partnership with the St. Lawrence River Institute of Environmental Sciences.  Families will have the chance to discover science and nature within our community with these workshops and events happening throughout the summer:

  • Experimental Science Workshop – May 27th
  • Critters in Rivers Workshop – June 17th
  • Wildlife Workshop – July 5th
  • Amphibians & Reptiles Workshop – August 19th
  • Animal Mania Workshop – September 16th
  • 24th Great Lakes/St. Lawrence River Ecosystem Symposium – May 31st and June 1st

Please visit https://riverinstitute.ca for more information about upcoming workshops and events.

Hours of Operation

The Visitor Centre is typically open May through September and closed October to May. Please check for current hours of operation.

Location

The Visitor Centre is located in Cornwall’s west end at 2500 Second St. W. Simply continue all the way west down second street and follow the signage toward the centre.

GPS coordinates:

45o 00’ 30.2” N
74o 47’ 1.4” W

About the St. Lawrence Power Development Visitor Centre

The Visitor Centre is located on the bank of the St. Lawrence River east of the Robert H Saunders Generating Station. This 13,000 square foot gold level LEED building opened in the summer of 2010 and is the new home of OPG’s many stories. It recounts the fascinating history of the St. Lawrence Seaway and Power Project and addresses its impact on specific communities such as the Mohawks of Akwesasne and the Lost Villages. There is a variety of video presentations available, and displays on hydroelectric, thermal and nuclear generation, safety around power facilities, the American eel and the St. Lawrence Seaway. As well, a community room is available for use by local organizations.

For more information on The St. Lawrence Power Development Visitor Centre please contact 613 932-4563 ex. 3520 or visit them online:

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