What are the historical and operational highlights of the canal?
• In 1860the St Louis to Montreal canal was dug by a local monk. • 1833 The first Welland Canal was opened. • In 1959 Queen Elizabeth and President Eisenhower officially opened the St Lawrence Seaway. • 1959 1 Billion Dollars were originally invested in the building of the Canal. • Navigation runs from late March until mid December. • It is jointly managed by the Canadian and U.S. Authorities. • There are 15 locks between Montreal and Lake Erie, 13 in Canada and 2 in the U.S.A.
