About Us

Federal, Provincial and Territorial (F/P/T) governments recognize the contribution historic places make to our communities. Since 2001, the F/P/T governments have worked together through an initiative to jointly develop core programs. The Canadian Register of Historic Places (CRHP) provides a single source of information about all historic places recognized for their heritage value at the local, provincial, territorial and national levels throughout Canada.

The Standards and Guidelines for the Conservation of Historic Places in Canada provide a common benchmark to guide restoration and rehabilitation of historic places, ensuring that heritage values are preserved and that these historic places continue to be useful resources in the life of a community.

In addition to these pan-Canadian programs, individual jurisdictions have developed different grants, contribution or other programs to support heritage within their jurisdiction. For example, the Federal government has introduced matching contribution programs, such as the National Historic Sites Cost-Sharing Program. To learn more about specific programs in your province or territory, consult the Canadian Register's Partners.

The CRHP is a vehicle for F/P/T governments, heritage conservationists and other interested parties to enable Canadians to recognize, celebrate and protect historic places today and for future generations.