http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.comCopyright 2010. All rights reserved.Cruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationTue, 09 Mar 2010With the dream of a Québec cruise about to become a reality, now is the perfect time to think about adding a day or three before or after your cruise for a more in-depth understanding of destination Québec. Several cruise operators offer you the choice of embarking or disembarking at one or other of Montréal or Québec, and deciding in which direction you would like to experience your cruise. <br>http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/106/Boarding-now…-for-Destination-Quebec.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationTue, 09 Mar 2010City of festivals to discover and explore, Montréal is also a great place to live! The thousand and one faces of the city enchant and fascinate tourists year in, year out. Like a diamond, you will delight in discovering and appreciating the multiple facets of our city. Montréal is romantic, exciting, historic, cultural and culinary… with something for everyone. And Montréalers themselves can never get enough of the city's singular blend of charismatic attributes. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/107/Living-in-Montreal….aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationTue, 09 Mar 2010Allow us to share with you a spirited interview with Raynald Tremblay, Director of Tourism with the City of Baie-Comeau and Vice-Chairperson of Saint Lawrence Cruise Association (SLCA). http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/108/Introducing-an-individual-with-a-passion-for-cruiseshipping.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 06 Jan 2010http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/103/Record-cruise-ship-traffic-and-good-financial-performance-in-2009-for-Quebec-Port-Authority.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 06 Jan 2010http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/104/2010-gold-headed-cane-awarded-to-Captain-Davor-Oguic.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 16 Dec 2009Heading into December, our hearts and minds switch into overdrive in anticipation of Christmas and the year-end holidays. As we set about shopping for gifts and purchasing what we need to prepare festive fare for family and friends, we welcome the upcoming holiday period as a time to stop and celebrate, to be grateful for what we have and to assess progress to date. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/100/Gatherings-and-festivities.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 16 Dec 2009"Rendez-vous Minganie" is the name of the organization commissioned to promote this scenic region as a leading travel destination with national and international cruise operators. In this intriguing name lies the promise and intensity of a destination located at the far northeastern extremity of Highway 138 on Québec's Lower North Shore, a destination as authentic as it is remote and outstandingly beautiful. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/101/Mingan-rendezvous.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 16 Dec 2009As the end of a year brimming with developments and accomplishments for Saint Lawrence Cruise Association (SLCA) draws to a close, we would like to propose an interview with Priscilla Nemey, Chairperson of the Board of Directors with SLCA, and Director, Tourism Development and Communications with Promotion Saguenay.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/102/Interview-with-the-Chairperson-of-SLCA.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 27 Nov 2009Havre-Saint-Pierre, 26 November 2009 - Although Havre-Saint-Pierre results may appear more modest compared with those of other Saint Lawrence ports of call, the fact remains that this tiny Mingan village, located in Québec's magnificent Lower North Shore region, continues, slowly but surely, to develop tourism products and services intended for national and international cruise ship passengers. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/93/Cruise-ships-at-Havre-Saint-Pierre-Slowly-but-surely….aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 27 Nov 2009Saguenay, November 24th, 2009 – A brand new port of call on the Saint Lawrence, Saguenay has quickly earned itself a place on the international cruise market. This fourth year of operating in the tourism market has had particularly impressive results: in 2009, the port greeted 26 110 passengers and 11 589 crew members, which is an increase in passenger volume of nearly 246%. A total of fifteen ships called in Saguenay, all belonging to major cruise lines such as Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line and, for the very first time on the Saint Lawrence, Costa Cruises. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/94/2009a-record-year-for-the-Saguenay-Port-of-Call.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 27 Nov 2009Sept-Îles, 26 November 2009 – After two years of negotiations, meetings, grant searches, resource recruiting, organization, drafting of business plans… in short, two years of hard work, our inaugural international cruise season has come and gone with a total of three port visits and an unparalleled sense of satisfaction by the entire team at Destination Sept-Îles Nakauinanu.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/95/Destination-Sept-Iles-Nakauinanu-Overview-of-a-productive-season.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 27 Nov 2009Gaspé, 19 November 2009. — The 2009 international cruise ship season for the Gaspé headland has proven a success. Our welcoming ways and appealing attractions are drawing cruiseshippers in ever increasing numbers, and our investments are benefiting individuals and businesses across the region. Indeed, the Gaspé headland would appear to be charming visitors from around the globe! http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/96/2009-cruise-ship-seasonBlows-wind-into-sails-of-port-of-Gaspe.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 27 Nov 2009Sept-Îles, 26 November 2009 – International cruise ships calling in at ports along the Saint Lawrence continued to increase in number in 2009. With a total of 17 cruise lines and 21 ships carrying 166 000 passengers and 63 000 crew members, Destination Saint Lawrence gained important new market share and enhanced exposure in international cruise circles. Comparable figures for 2008 stood at 126 000 passengers and 45 000 crew members. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/97/International-Cruise-Results-–-2009-a-record-season-for-the-Saint-Lawrence.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 27 Nov 2009Montréal, 25 November 2009 – The Port of Montréal cruise sector posted sound results in 2009 despite the challenging economic juncture: the number of passengers decreased by only 2.2% for a total of 38 764. Whereas the number of passengers on the Montréal–Îles-de-la-Madeleine route increased by 3% (6532 in 2009 versus 6324 in 2008), the number of international cruise ship passengers softened by 3% (32 232 in 2009 versus 33 312 in 2008).http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/98/Sound-resultsindustry-reward-and-innovative-advertising-for-Port-of-Montreal-cruise-sector-in-2009.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 27 Nov 2009Baie-Comeau, November 26, 2009 - Quebec’s cruise season has just come to a close, and once again this year, the industry saw a dramatic rise in the number of passengers. The Baie-Comeau port of call posted an increase of more than 310% compared to 2007.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/99/Baie-Comeau-port-of-calloverview-of-the-2009-season.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationTue, 10 Nov 2009Québec City, November 9, 2009 – The Port of Québec’s international cruise season saw the arrival of six new ships and double the number of destination passengers compared to last year. Already crowned with past successes, the Québec Port Authority (QPA) enjoyed another great year in 2009.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/92/Continued-growth-and-new-challenges-mark-Quebec-City’s-2009-international-cruise-season.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 14 Oct 2009Several hundred years ago, it was the indigenous or First Nations peoples who welcomed the great European explorers to the shores of modern-day Québec. And to this day, First Nations culture remains very much present in a number of regions. The history and development of Québec are intimately linked to these original inhabitants who represent a fascinating aspect of our culture to be shared with cruise passengers stopping in at one or other of the ports of call along the St. Lawrence River. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/86/First-Nations-presenceone-of-Quebec’s-wealth-of-assets-to-be-discovered.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 14 Oct 2009Representatives of the nine international cruise ports of call along the Saint Lawrence and their government partners received international recognition and honours at Seatrade Europe which was held from 15-17 September in Hamburg, Germany. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/87/A-great-success-for-Cruise-Saint-Lawrence.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 14 Oct 2009Located half way between Montréal and Québec, Trois-Rivières boasts a remarkable concentration of points of interest for a community its size! The wharves at Trois-Rivières are located adjacent to the city's central core, internationally renowned for its originality, and just a stone's throw from a classified historic district which played a surprisingly important role in the colonization of Québec.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/88/375th-anniversary-of-Trois-Rivieres.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 14 Oct 2009Luce Bureau is Assistant Manager, Passenger and Cargo Development with Aéroports de Montréal. Air traffic development plays a deciding role and has a definite impact upon growth in Québec tourism by providing access to various destinations. To allow us to better understand her role, Ms Bureau agreed to an interview with us. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/89/Meet-Luce-Bureauan-individual-with-a-passion-for-what-she-does.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationTue, 06 Oct 2009Québec City, October 6, 2009-The Québec Port Authority (QPA) held an information meeting Friday, September 25 onboard the MS Eurodam to discuss important environmental issues and new technology being used to better manage cruise ship waste. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/91/Cruise-line-environmental-initiativesmore-than-just-going-with-the-flow.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationSat, 03 Oct 2009Quebec City, October 1, 2009 - After rolling out the red carpet for the majestic liner Queen Mary II a little over five years ago, this October 4 and 5 the Port of Québec will have the honor of welcoming the latest vessel of the renowned Cunard cruise ship line for the first time since its launch-the Queen Victoria.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/81/Royal-Visit-to-the-Port-of-Quebec.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationSat, 03 Oct 2009Quebec City, October 1st, 2009 - The Quebec Port Authority (QPA) marked the 100th visit of its most loyal seagoing visitor, the ms Maasdam of the Holland America cruise ship line, on Sunday, September 27. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/82/Ms-Maasdam-drops-anchor-in-Quebec-City-for-the-100th-time.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationSat, 03 Oct 2009Québec City, October 1, 2009 - The Québec Port Authority (QPA) today announced that MSC Cruises would be coming to Québec City for the first time ever in September 2010 for three turnaround cruises.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/83/MSC-Cruises-to-offer-cruises-out-of-Quebec-City-in-fall-2010.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationSat, 03 Oct 2009Quebec City, October 1, 2009 - Friday, October 2 will be an historic day for international cruises at the Port of Quebec. Over a period of 48 hours, over 13,000 cruise passengers will make Quebec City their point of departure or arrival.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/84/An-outstanding-day-for-international-cruises-at-the-Port-of-Quebec.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationTue, 22 Sep 2009Rimouski, 22 September 2009 - Representatives of the nine international cruise ports of call along the Saint Lawrence and their government partners received international recognition and honours at Seatrade Europe which was held from 15-17 September in Hamburg, Germany. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/79/The-Saint-Lawrence-figures-among-finalists-for-Cruise-Destination-of-the-Year.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 04 Sep 2009http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/77/Saguenay-inaugurates-its-new-international-cruise-welcome-pavilion.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 05 Aug 2009Travel is an extraordinary way to discover other cultures. More and more, tourists are exploring the culinary traditions of their host countries and seeking out authenticity in their food choices. Their appreciation of local producer savoir faire is matched only by their eagerness to sample local specialties. The end result is a wealth of one-of-a-kind travel experiences they will long remember. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/71/Pairing-travel-with-pleasures-of-the-palate.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 05 Aug 2009When you disembark on these mid-Gulf islands, you are taken with the distinct impression that time moves at a perceptibly slower pace. Whether it is the maritime climate, local accent or exceptional seascapes, it is hard to tell. But upon arrival, you are certain to experience a wondrous, relaxed sensation of wellbeing! Welcome to Iles de la Madeleine!http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/72/Slowing-the-pace-in-Iles-de-la-Madeleine.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 05 Aug 2009Mylène Barbeau is General Manager of Tourisme Sept-Îles, an organization dedicated to promoting the city and environs. As Sept-Îles is a Cruise the Saint Lawrence port of call, Ms Barbeau was pleased to provide us with destination particulars. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/73/People-and-their-passionMylene-Barbeau-and-cruise-shipping.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationThu, 16 Jul 2009On July 27, the Maasdam, a Holland America Lines cruise ship carrying 1,700 crew and passengers, will be visiting the Îles de la Madeleine. The ship will drop anchor in Plaisance Bay at 9 a.m. The first shuttles will be landing passengers on the dock at Cap-aux-Meules at approximately 10 a.m. The Maasdam will weigh anchor and depart at 6 p.m. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/70/A-fine-Islands-welcome-for-the-Maasdam.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationTue, 26 May 2009From June 16th to 18th, some 200 international cruise industry delegates from Québec, the Atlantic provinces and the US eastern seaboard will be meeting at Saguenay to discuss the development outlook of this flourishing sector of endeavour. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/68/International-cruise-symposium-at-Saguenay.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationThu, 21 May 2009Québec City, May 21, 2009-For the third consecutive year, the Québec Port authority (QPA) proudly confers the international cruise season opener award on Hendrik Bernard Draper, captain of the Holland America Line vessel Maasdam, which docked at Pier 22 at 6:30 this morning. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/67/The-Maasdam-kicks-off-the-international-cruise-season-in-style.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 20 May 2009Lucky you, if your next cruise takes you to Saguenay! Major investments have been made to ensure that this new port of call provides cruise passengers with international calibre greeting facilities. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/57/SaguenayTale-of-a-northern-kingdom.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 20 May 2009Stéphane Sainte-Croix occupies the position of Ports Manager for Escale Gaspésie, a title chosen by Mr Sainte-Croix to define his role as General Manager of the organization which groups together several cruise development groups in the Gaspé area. Following is what he had to say in answer to our questions:http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/58/Introducing-Stephane-Sainte-Croix.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 20 May 2009Government of Canada invests $10,030,210 in six projects to promote international cruise ship access to the Côte-Nord region Sept-Îles, Quebec, May 19, 2009 – The Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of State for Canada Economic Development, took the opportunity while attending today’s ceremony marking the arrival of the first international cruise ship in Sept-Îles to announce the awarding of six nonrepayable contributions totalling $10,030,210. These funds will be used for the development of tourism products and the construction of port facilities and reception services for cruise ship passengers stopping at the Havre St-Pierre, Sept-Îles and Baie-Comeau ports.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/63/Arrival-of-the-MS-Maasdam-in-Sept-Iles.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationMon, 18 May 2009Government of Canada invests $920,863 in three projects connected with the international cruise industry in Gaspésie Gaspé, Quebec, May 18, 2009 - The Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of State for Canada Economic Development, took the opportunity while attending today’s ceremony marking the arrival of the first international cruise ship in Gaspé to announce the awarding of non-repayable contributions totalling $920,863 to serve mainly for infrastructure development to accommodate large-capacity cruise ships in the region. These projects will generate overall investments of $3,099,182 on the peninsula.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/66/Arrival-of-the-MS-Maasdam-in-Gaspe.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 13 May 2009From June 16th to 18th, some 200 international cruise industry delegates from Québec, the Atlantic provinces and the US eastern seaboard will be meeting at Saguenay to discuss the development outlook of this flourishing sector of endeavour. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/59/Mark-your-calendars-for-the-International-Cruise-Symposium-at-Saguenay.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 13 May 2009Spring celebrations, the magic of summer, the promise of upcoming holidays, the urge to kick back and relax or perhaps discover something new… Yes, everything is ready and in place for the arrival of the first cruise ships of the season to ports of call in Québec. Maasdam, Caledonia, Clelia II, Princess Danae… these evocative names and elegant silhouettes will be making appearances at ports of call along the St Lawrence as of May 18th. Check the cruise timetable for arrival and departure details. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/56/Let-the-celebrations-begin.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 27 Mar 2009Québec City, March 27, 2009. Last week at Seatrade Cruise Shipping Miami, the Québec Port Authority (QPA) received two excellence awards from Dream World Cruise Destinations magazine for its performance in 2008—“Most Responsive Port” and “Best Destination Experience, Independent.” http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/60/Port-of-Quebec-receives-excellence-awards.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationThu, 12 Mar 2009Tony Boemi occupies the post of Vice President, Growth and Development at Montréal Port Authority (APM). In this capacity, Mr Boemi endeavours to ensure that Montréal remains a privileged port of call for all manner of ships. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/53/Introducing-Tony-Boemi….aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 11 Mar 2009Why not, indeed! Let go, think outside the box and dare to be different! Treat yourself to the singular ambience of a special city for your special day. City of romance par excellence, Québec proudly figures among the top 20 cities in the world… 19th out of 100 according to the November 2008 edition of Condé Nast Traveler. All the more reason to plan a memorable sojourn in this one-of-a-kind port of call. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/55/Wedding-at-Quebec…-why-not.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationTue, 10 Mar 2009Such is the name of the Québec Ministry of Tourism’s new promotional tool designed to showcase cruises on the St Lawrence and attractions located in the vicinity of the various ports of call. This attractive brochure will be distributed at exhibitions and events organized to promote tourism in Québec, as well as specialized shows staged by the cruise industry. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/54/Passionately-St-Lawrence.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationTue, 17 Feb 2009http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/52/11th-Canada-New-England-Cruise-Symposium.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationTue, 10 Feb 2009In 2010, Carnival Cruise Lines will operate a new cruise out of New York with three ports of call in the province of Québec. Dubbed Québec - After the Glaciers, the nine-day cruise will feature three Saint Lawrence sailings at different times during the summer of 2010, with scheduled stopovers at Québec, Baie-Comeau and Havre-Saint-Pierre. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/49/The-Saint-Lawrence-comes-alive-for-cruise-enthusiasts.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationTue, 10 Feb 2009First impressions are certain to be positive for cruise ships and visitors stopping in at Baie-Comeau as of 2009. Every effort has been made to ensure that the new port facilities are ready for the arrival of new cruise operators beginning in 2010. In addition to rebuilding port installations, the city centre has undergone a well deserved facelift for the pleasure of locals and tourists alike. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/50/New-infrastructure-for-cruise-ships-stopping-in-at-Baie-Comeau.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationTue, 10 Feb 2009Jimmy Gagné plays a key role at Jean Lesage International Airport in the provincial capital. Named Operations Manager in October 2006, Mr Gagné has overseen the completion of the facility's extensive modernization project. A substantial increase in the volume of air traffic had made it imperative to update airport infrastructure, and to enhance both service quality and traveller satisfaction in the process.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/DidYouKnow/51/Meet-with-Jimmy-Gagne.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 23 Jan 2009Québec City, Thursday, January 22, 2009-The Québec Port Authority (QPA), in partnership with Croisières Baie-Comeau and Corporation de Développement et de Gestion du Port de Havre-Saint-Pierre, has announced that the arrival of Carnival Cruise Lines on the St. Lawrence River has been pushed back to 2010. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/47/Arrival-of-Carnival-Cruise-Lines-delayed-until-2010-with-a-bigger-ship.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 23 Jan 2009The State of the cruise industry in 2009: Well-positioned for challenging times <br><br>With New Ships, Ports, Destinations and Cruises in All Price Categories,CLIA Member Lines Poised to Offer Unique Value<br><br>Fort Lauderdale January 14, 2009 —<br>With a track record of continued growth, the North American cruise industry is well-positioned to take on the global economic challenges of 2009. Sparked by new ships, ports, and destinations as well as innovative shipboard experiences, and a deep rooted popularity for cruising, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) members will continue to offer incredible value across the entire spectrum of cruise vacations, in all price categories.<br>http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Industry-trends/48/The-State-of-the-cruise-industry-in-2009Well-positioned-for-challenging-times.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 19 Nov 2008Québec City, November 6, 2008 - The Québec Port Authority (QPA) reports very positive results from international cruise ship operations, with more than 112,000 passengers and crew members visiting Québec City, a 20% increase over 2007. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/46/Port-of-Quebec-breaks-all-records-for-international-cruise-ships.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 17 Oct 2008Québec City, Friday, October 17, 2008- The Québec Port Authority (QPA), the City of Baie-Comeau and the city of Havre-Saint-Pierre are proud to announce the arrival of Carnival Cruise Lines, which has created a new route for 2009 made up exclusively of three ports of call on the St. Lawrence River. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/45/Carnival-Triumph-to-sail-the-StLawrence-in-summer-2009.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationMon, 15 Sep 2008Montreal, September 15, 2008 - About 7:00 a.m. Monday morning, the Royal Princess cruise ship docked in Montreal, the final destination of its first transatlantic sailing from Stockholm. To mark the occasion of this first visit, the President and CEO of the Montreal Port Authority, Patrice M. Pelletier, presented a lithograph to Captain Salvatore Lupo, the commanding officer of this prestigious ship.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/41/A-first-at-the-Port-of-Montreal-The-prestigious-Royal-Princess-visits-Montreal.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 20 Aug 2008Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec, August 19, 2008 - The Honourable Jean-Pierre Blackburn, Minister of Labour and Minister of Canada Economic Development, took the opportunity while visiting the Îles-de-la-Madeleine area to report on the Support Initiative for International Cruise Development along the St. Lawrence and Saguenay Rivers. A budget allocation of $46 million has been earmarked for the upgrading of port facilities intended for the berthing of large cruise ships and for the enhancement of tourist attractions. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/36/Government-of-Canada-announces-major-investments-in-Iles-de-la-Madeleine-port-and-airport-facilities.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 20 Aug 2008Gaspé, Quebec, August 19, 2008 – The Honourable Jean-Pierre Blackburn, Minister of Labour and Minister of Canada Economic Development, took the opportunity while in Gaspésie to report on the Support Initiative for International Cruise Development along the St. Lawrence and Saguenay Rivers. A budget allocation of $46 million has been earmarked for the upgrading of port facilities intended for the berthing of large cruise ships and for the enhancement of tourist attractions.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/37/Major-investments-for-the-development-of-international-cruiseship-ports-of-call-in-Quebec.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 09 May 2008Québec City, May 8, 2008. – Minister of Tourism and Minister of Economic Development, Innovation and Export Trade Raymond Bachand today unveiled the Stratégie de développement durable et de promotion des croisières internationales sur le Saint-Laurent. Minister Bachand made this important announcement accompanied by the Honourable Jean-Pierre Blackburn, federal Minister of Labour and Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, Ross Gaudreault, President and CEO of the Québec Port Authority, and Priscilla Nemey, Vice-President of the Association des croisières du Saint-Laurent (ACSL).http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/31/Quebec-is-allocating525-million-to-the-development-of-international-cruises-on-the-StLawrence.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 09 May 2008Québec, Quebec, May 8, 2008 – The Honourable Jean-Pierre Blackburn, Minister of<br>Labour and Minister of Canada Economic Development, today unveiled the new Support<br>Initiative for International Cruise Development along the St. Lawrence and Saguenay<br>Rivers.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/32/CED-raises-to46-million-its-investment-in-tourism-development-along-the-StLawrence-and-Saguenay.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationThu, 24 Apr 2008Québec City, April 23, 2007— 2008 promises to be one of the busiest years in international cruising on the Saint-Lawrence, but even more is in store for 2009! Following the route discovered by Viking explorers, the Basque fishermen, and 400 years ago, French explorer Samuel de Champlain, the biggest international cruise lines are heading for our magnificent river to share the experience with tens of thousands of passengers of all origins. In 2008, 13 cruise lines and 18 different vessels will visit one or another of the ports-of-call on the Saint-Lawrence. Cruise the Saint-Lawrence (SLCA) is anticipating record traffic particularly in September and October when several ships will stop simultaneously in Montréal, Québec City, and Saguenay. An impressive total of five ships will be docked at Québec City all on September 16. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/28/400-years-of-cruisingAnd-that’s-just-a-beginning….aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationThu, 24 Apr 2008Québec City, April 23, 2008— Cruise the Saint-Lawrence, whose mission is to develop the international market and Québec supply of cruise products, has launched its new Website in Québec City, at: www.cruisesaintlawrence.com<br> <br>This informative and functional site boasts excellent visual quality and presents Québec as a cruise destination that is simply not to be missed. The site includes descriptions of nine ports of call along the Saint-Lawrence that comprise offer undeniable potential for development and marketing. An appropriate theme is used for each of these ports of call, which are: Montréal, Trois-Rivières, Québec City, Saguenay, Baie-Comeau, Sept-Îles, Havre-Saint-Pierre, Gaspé-Percé-Chandler and Îles de la Madeleine. <br>http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/29/wwwcruisesaintlawrencecom-a-site-for-you-to-add-to-your-favourites.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 26 Mar 2008Rimouski, March 26 2008 - A new study released by the NorthWest Cruiseship Association (NWCA) and its Canadian cruise port partners reveals that nearly two million passengers on approximately 1,000 cruise ship calls generated $2.3 billion in total output for the Canadian economy in 2007. The study, conducted by Business Research and Economic Advisors (BREA), updates the previous study conducted in 2003 and shows that the Canadian cruise industry has grown by almost 28% nationally in four years. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/26/Strong-growth-recorder-for-Canada’s-cruise-ship-industry.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 26 Mar 20082007 Business Research and Economic Advisors (BREA) Study<br><br>BREA Study Highlights: <br>Direct cruise-related expenditures – Direct employment, wage and tax impacts – Average passenger spending –Cruise line spending –<br>http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Economic-impacts/27/BREA-Study-Highlights.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationTue, 12 Feb 2008Québec, February 12, 2008 - The President and CEO of the Port of Québec was the recipient of a particular distinction on February 5 during the International Cruise Seminar of the American Association of Port Authorities. <br><br>It was during the Cruise Seminar held from February 5 to 7, 2008 in San Francisco, California, that the President and CEO of the Port of Québec, Ross Gaudreault, was presented with the "2008 Cruise Award" of the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA).<br>http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/20/Ross-Gaudreault-receives-the2008-Cruise-Award.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationThu, 13 Dec 2007http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Economic-impacts/17/Cruise-lines-around-the-world-in-2007.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationThu, 13 Dec 2007Major industry trends of cruises in 2007 : Increase in new destinations, increase of the cruise penetration rate, sustained interest in cruises, increased "homeports" trafic, presentation of the supply by theme.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Industry-trends/18/Industry-trends-in-2007.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 30 Nov 2007Québec, November 30, 2007 - As a result of visits by international cruise ships, the Port of Québec was the entryway for 93,759 visitors to Québec City. <br><br>With a slight increase in the number of passengers and crew members, the Quebec Port Authority (QPA) has recorded very positive results for the 2007 season. Indeed, the season-end statistics show that the Port welcomed 66,152 passengers and 27,697 crew members. <br>http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/19/A-positive-balance-for-the-international-cruise-season-at-Quebec-City.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 02 May 2007Québec, May 2, 2007 - The Saint Lawrence Cruise Association has surveyed its existing cruise line customers with a view to sustaining a tourism supply that is capable of responding to the most demanding cruisers and of demonstrating that the Saint Lawrence is an excellent destination to visit aboard a cruise ship. The survey was conducted between September 9 and October 27, 2006 by Impact Research and Unimarketing, and targeted 1,867 cruisers who visited the Montréal, Québec City, Saguenay, or Baie-Comeau ports.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/6/Survey-among-international-cruise-companies.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationWed, 02 May 2007Québec, May 2, 2007 - The Saint Lawrence Cruise Association (SLCA), whose mission is to develop the international cruise market and Québec cruise supply, has unveiled its new positioning strategy in Québec City.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/7/Cruise-the-Saint-LawrenceUntouched-Unmatched-Unforgettable.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationMon, 12 Mar 2007An investment of $29.4 millions for the development of a cruise ship port of call in Saguenay<br><br>Saguenay, Québec, March 12, 2007 - The Government of Canada, the Government of Québec and the City of Saguenay invest $29.4 millions to equip the city with modern facilities that will help extend the city's reach and influence beyond its borders and enable the population to benefit from the many resulting advantages. This port of call in Saguenay, in addition to the existing ports of Québec and Montréal, will help maintain and bolster the tourism appeal of the St. Lawrence.<br>http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/24/Saguenay-–-A-new-port-of-call.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationTue, 06 Jun 2006Rimouski, June 6, 2006 - The Saint Lawrence Cruise Association (SLCA) hosted the 8th Canada / New England Cruise Symposium at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Montreal from May 16 to 18. With its theme of BUILDING DESTINATIONS / SELLING EXPERIENCES, this Symposium enabled its 130 participants to hear the twenty guest speakers talk about the latest trends and recent developments in the industry. http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/1/Young-and-active-cruise-passengers.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 28 Apr 2006Québec, April 28, 2006 - The international cruise industry is continuing its sustained growth on a global scale. This year, for the first time, demand will exceed supply and, in response to this trend, cruise lines have several new vessels under construction. Major destinations such as Alaska, the Caribbean and the Mediterranean are always very popular, but cruise passengers are looking for something new such as the Saint Lawrence, which offers obvious attractions and great potential for development.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/4/International-cruisesGrowing-demand-for-the-Saint-Lawrence.aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 28 Apr 2006Québec, April 28, 2006 - The Saint Lawrence Cruise Association (SLCA), whose goal is to develop the international market and the Quebec product for cruise passengers, is committed to the creation of a strategy designed to position and market the Saint Lawrence. The new policy of the Quebec Department of Tourism proposes an approach that involves segmenting the product to create four tourism experiences, including the Saint Lawrence experience. The Saint Lawrence Cruise Association is pleased with this new approach, which coincides perfectly with its own strategy of focusing on the river as a whole, including the estuary and the Gulf.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/5/Saint-Lawrence-for-sale….aspxCruise the Saint Lawrence AssociationFri, 28 Apr 2006Québec, April 28, 2006 - Close to a dozen people involved in the international cruise industry in Quebec will travel to Alaska next June to compare what that destination can offer with what is available along the Saint Lawrence. This mission, which is organized by the Saint Lawrence Cruise Association, will include meetings with local stakeholders to exchange ideas about the challenges associated with the developments and land operations involved in welcoming cruise ships.http://www.cruisesaintlawrence.com/en/Press-releases/9/Exploratory-mission-to-Alaska.aspx