Mission & Role

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Motivated by a desire to protect the interests of Mount Royal, Les amis de la montagne endeavours to bring together public authorities, institutional property owners, business stakeholders and the Montréal community around a common vision for the mountain. Our role of is one of representation and education, based on a deep understanding of the mountain as a fundamental element in the urban fabric of Montréal and of its role in our identity and our landscape.

Les amis de la montagne plays a leading role in serving the public in Mount Royal Park. The range of services we provide as part of an agreement with the City of Montréal aims to enhance visitors’ experience of the mountain.

Les amis de la montagne organizes a full range of stimulating programs designed for youth and adults to enjoy the great outdoors on Mount Royal and better understand the challenges of caring for this spectacular natural setting in the heart of Montréal. While the City of Montréal oversees the management, landscaping and maintenance of Mount Royal Park, Les amis de la montagne oversees activities and services that ultimately enhance visitor experience in the park.

Community engagement tops our list of priorities as we give citizens and local organizations the opportunity to discuss and gain insight into issues and projects affecting Mount Royal.

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Les amis de la montagne plays a key role in preserving the biodiversity on Mount Royal. Our city’s mountain is an invaluable natural treasure set in an ever-expanding urban environment. Maintaining its biodiversity is a constant challenge that demands the design and implementation of strategies addressing such problems as the proliferation of invasive exotic species, climate change, pollution and the intensive use of public space.

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