Heritage Laurentien

What Heritage Laurentien does

Heritage Laurentien (Héritage Laurentien) is a Quebec-registered non-profit organization founded in 1994 that operates the ecological management and scientific research program for the Parc des Rapides and Île Rock in the Greater Southwest of Montréal, in collaboration with Arrondissement LaSalle. The organization employs a 6-person team of biologists, naturalists, and horticulturists who conduct biophysical inventories, species population studies, invasive species control (emerald ash borer, zebra mussels, tench, round goby, red-eared slider turtle), habitat restoration, and environmental monitoring. Notable technical programs include herring gull population control via rope-and-stake deterrence architectures that enabled an approximately 11-fold increase in common tern nesting populations (from 48 nests in 1998 to approximately 525 by 2013-2014), and a dedicated green patrol conducting residential emerald ash borer inspections under the Eco-Quartier de LaSalle initiative.

The organization's commercial product portfolio consists of ten themed youth day camps for ages 6-17 (Découverte, Jeune Écologiste, Jeune Biologiste, Petites Bibittes, Monde des insectes, Vélo-Nature, Pêche, Éco-Héros, Assistant Naturaliste, and a winter day camp) priced at $45-$220 per unit, delivered at École du Grand-Héron in LaSalle and registered through the Amilia platform. Beyond camps, the organization delivers curriculum-aligned environmental education activities for school groups (designed against Quebec Ministry of Education pedagogical objectives), free public events at the Parc des Rapides listed on Eventbrite, and the Île Rock conservation program for the endangered American water hemp (carmantine d'Amérique), funded through Quebec's MDDELCC and the federal Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk.

Revenue is generated through a hybrid mix of day camp tuition (subscription/recurring billing with discounts for LaSalle residents, multi-week enrollees, and siblings), professional services revenue from school group programming, and project-based government grants for conservation initiatives. The go-to-market motion is community-led, relying on grassroots outreach through the organization's website, social media channels (Facebook, Twitter/X, YouTube), community coalition memberships (Alliance de l'Arbre, Ceinture Verte Movement), and direct registration. Jason Di Fiore serves as Directeur des opérations.

Name

Heritage Laurentien

Legal name

Héritage Laurentien

Website

https://heritagelaurentien.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Heritage Laurentien is a Quebec non-profit founded in 1994 that manages the ecological restoration and scientific research of the Parc des Rapides in Greater Southwest Montréal, serving families, school groups, and the general public through nature day camps, environmental education programs, and conservation initiatives.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Environmental Education and Conservation

NAICS

Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (712190), Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations (813312)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Wildlife Sanctuaries, Conservation Parks & Reserves (Visitor Operations) (THAAAAAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

National Parks & Protected Area Visitor Services (Concessions, Guided Access) (THAAAAAH), Environmental Interpretation & Ranger-Led Education Programs (Visitor Education) (THAAAOAJ), Education & Community Programs (Junior Ranger, Citizen Science, School Programs) (THAAAGAK), National Park & Protected Area Tours (THAJAIAA)

Keywords

• Environmental education programs
• Nature day camps
• Ecological research services
• Habitat restoration management
• Biodiversity conservation

Headquarters

HQ city

LaSalle (Montréal)

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Day Camp Programs: Revenue generated from summer and winter day camp registrations for youth aged 6-17. Camps are priced weekly ($165-$220) or daily ($45/day) with various themes including ecology, biology, cycling, fishing, and naturalist assistant programs.
2. Public Activities and School Programs: Revenue or funding from environmental education activities open to the general public and school groups. Activities include guided tours, conferences, scientific fishing, and school programs designed in alignment with the Quebec Ministry of Education's pedagogical objectives.
3. Government Grants and Environmental Funding: Nonprofit organization funded by government bodies including the Quebec Ministry of Sustainable Development, Environment and Climate Change (MDDELCC) and the federal Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk (Programme d'intendance de l'habitat pour les espèces en péril du Canada).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Heritage Laurentien is a Quebec non-profit organization that delivers nature-based day camps for youth aged 6–17 (summer and winter programs) along with environmental education activities for school groups and the general public, anchored in the ecological management and scientific research of the Parc des Rapides and Île Rock in Greater Southwest Montreal. The organization conducts biophysical inventories, invasive species control, habitat restoration, and conservation programs for at-risk species (American water hemp, common tern), and is funded through camp registration fees, government grants, and community partnerships.

Product overview

Heritage Laurentien is a non-profit environmental organization offering a portfolio of nature-focused educational programs and services centered around environmental education and conservation. The core offerings are ten day camps for youth ages 6-17 ( Découverte, Jeune Écologiste, Jeune Biologiste, Petites Bibittes, Monde des insectes, Vélo-Nature, Pêche, Éco-Héros, Assistant Naturaliste, and Camp de jour d'hiver) running during summer and winter, held at École du Grand-Héron in LaSalle, alongside structured activities for school groups and the general public. These are complemented by community events at Parc des Rapides and ongoing ecological research and conservation work on the site's flora and fauna. The organization does not operate a technology platform or SaaS product.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Day Camp — Découverte (Camps de jour Découverte) Introductory nature activity day camp for children ages 6–9, featuring outdoor games, wildlife observation, arts and crafts, environmental discovery activities, and weekly excursions within one hour of the camp. Priced at $200/week.
• Day Camp — Jeune Écologiste (Camps de jour Jeune Écologiste) Day camp for children interested in ecology and outdoor activities; participants work on projects involving Parc des Rapides wildlife and flora alongside bioecology technicians and biologists, exploring various ecosystems. Priced at $220/week.
• Day Camp — Jeune Biologiste (Camps de jour Jeune Biologiste) Two-week intensive day camp for adolescents (ages 10–15) offering in-depth projects on Parc des Rapides fauna and flora with qualified technicians and biologists, including insect hunting and environmental health assessments.
• Day Camp — Petites Bibittes (Camps de jour Petites Bibittes) Specialized day camp focused on insects and entomofauna discovery for children; teaches insect analysis techniques through various hunts, trap construction, and vivarium maintenance.
• Day Camp — Monde des insectes (Camps de jour Monde des insectes) Advanced invertebrate and entomofauna camp offering activities centered on field entomologist techniques, including specimen mounting, identification tools, and citizen science participation.
• Day Camp — Vélo-Nature (Camps de jour Vélo-Nature)

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Arrondissement LaSallecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1994Since 1994, Heritage Laurentien has collaborated with the LaSalle borough to manage and ecologically restore the Parc des Rapides, previously exploited by a hydroelectric plant. The borough provides institutional backing and site access.
• Alliance de l'ArbrecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHeritage Laurentien is a member of the Alliance de l'Arbre, a coalition of organizations working on tree and environmental protection initiatives.
• Comité de développement durable de LaSallecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHeritage Laurentien sits on the LaSalle Sustainable Development Committee, participating in local environmental policy and community sustainability initiatives.
• Mouvement Ceinture Verte (Green Belt Movement)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHeritage Laurentien sits on the Coordination Committee of the Ceinture Verte Movement, contributing to regional green infrastructure and ecological corridor initiatives.
• Local Adventure Tourism BusinessesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional training conducted with local adventure tourism companies' guides to equip them to sensitize their clients about the sensitivity of Île Rock and the American water hemp during visits.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Fondation de la faune du Québec: Quebec nonprofit dedicated to wildlife and habitat conservation, financing and supporting community-based conservation projects — closely comparable in mission, Quebec geographic scope, and grant-driven nonprofit model.
• Centre de la nature de Montréal: City-run urban nature park in Montreal offering nature-based day camps, school programs, and public events on a similar operational model to Heritage Laurentien, though at a larger scale and on city-owned land.
• Éco-Nature: Quebec-based nonprofit focused on conservation of natural environments, particularly in the Manicouagan region, with similar hands-on habitat management, education, and community engagement activities.

Broad incumbents

• Conservation de la nature Canada (Nature Conservancy of Canada): Canada's largest private land conservation nonprofit, operating at national scale with land securement, stewardship, and species-at-risk programs — comparable conservation mission but with substantially greater resources and geographic reach than Heritage Laurentien.
• Espace pour la vie (Biodôme, Insectarium, Jardin botanique): Montreal's network of nature-focused museums and parks (Biodôme, Insectarium, Botanical Garden) delivering environmental education, school programs, and biodiversity exhibits — overlapping audience with Heritage Laurentien but at a much larger, publicly funded scale.
• Canards Illimités Canada (Ducks Unlimited Canada): Large Canadian habitat conservation nonprofit delivering wetland conservation, species-at-risk work, and education programs — comparable in conservation mandate and public-engagement activities, though operating at national scale.
• Sierra Club Canada: National environmental organization engaged in conservation advocacy, outdoor education, and community programs — thematically comparable to Heritage Laurentien's eco-citizenship and public-engagement work.
• David Suzuki Foundation: Canadian environmental nonprofit focused on biodiversity, climate, and environmental education — overlapping advocacy and education mission with Heritage Laurentien, but operating nationally with a much larger donor and staff base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/HeriLaurentien
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/lacostejm
• Facebookfacebook.com/HeritageLaurentien
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/heritage-laurentien

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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