#saveLUgreenspace

The LU greenspace is over 200 hectares of natural area between Lakes Ramsey, Nepahwin, Laurentian, and encompassing Bennett Lake.  Included in the greenspace are Laurentian Beach, the Laurentian Nordic ski trails, and many favourite hiking trails & viewpoints, including part of the 10km hike around Lake Laurentian and the Trans Canada Trail.

Laurentian University’s insolvency in 2021 put the LU greenspace at risk of being sold.  However, after more than two years of community effort, on June 8, 2023, LU announced that the LU greenspace and trails will not be sold.  Now our focus is on securing long term protection for the LU greenspace.

Nature Walk in the LU greenspace, Tuesday, September 10, 6:15pm. Enjoy a hike along the trails, take in a breathtaking view, and make a special visit to the new LU Greenspace Experimental Peatland Restoration site. Register here. 

The student-led LU Sustainability Committee is creating a management plan for the LU greenspace.  This plan is one important step for long term protection. There will be an opportunity to give feedback on a draft management plan in the fall.