Using the Grounds
You will find on this page all the information related to the use of the grounds for holding an activity or an event on the Plains, including shooting. Prior authorization is required, so you must submit a request by completing the form.
Managing a Park
The National Battlefields Commission (NBC) is responsible for the management of the National Battlefields Park (Plains of Abraham), Des Braves Park and Pierre Dugua de Mons Terrace. Every year, it receives numerous requests from organizations to hold a variety of activities.
As the manager of a historic and urban park, the Commission would like to ensure a balanced use of the grounds, that is, a balance between authorizing events and preserving the site’s public and peaceful character. Accordingly, if it has to limit use of a site, it gives preference to public activities and events over those limited to a private group.
This document has been prepared to inform the organizations wishing to use the Battlefields Park.
Policy for Using the Grounds

Types of Activity
Major activity
Any activity that has the potential to attract more than 10,000 persons, that requires the installation of one or more pieces of infrastructure, and that exclusively occupies part of the park.
Important activity
Any activity that has the potential to attract fewer than 10,000 persons, that requires the installation of at least one piece of infrastructure and that exclusively occupies part of the park.
Minor activity
All other activities not covered by previous subsections are considered minor.
Activities Permitted
Cultural activities
Festivals, concerts and other performances with the exception of regular program at the Edwin Bélanger Bandstand. Holding such activities requires installing infrastructure, and sometimes the exclusive occupation of part of the park or more.
Education and Community activities
These activities, generally organized by educational institutions, community groups or charitable organizations, include picnics, outdoor classes and fundraising activities, as well as non-competitive activities, such as treasure hunts.
These activities do not require the installation of any infrastructure nor the exclusive occupation of a part of the park.
Sport activities
All sports activities, such as championships, competitions and recreational activities (cross-country, marathons, etc). These activities may require the installation of infrastructure and sometimes the exclusive occupation of part of the park.
Activities WITH admission fees
These activities encompass all activities, including those described above in previous subsections, for which admission in any form is charged, including a ticket, pass, or stamp, for an exclusive part of the park.
Public gatherings
Public demonstrations that can take place in certain parts of the park, as well as any activity involving a gathering that starts in the park and moves out of it (eg, a parade). These activities do not require the installation of any infrastructure.
Shooting and Filming
These activities sometimes require the occupation of a specific part of the park, and often occur on the same day.
For more information: information@ccbn-nbc.gc.ca
Submit a Request
To facilitate the organization of your project, please complete the request form. This will help us better understand your needs and coordinate your visit while respecting the site's rules and access schedule.
Contact
Vanessa Fecteau
Assistant for Institutional Affairs
National Battlefields Commission
Phone: 418 254-2851
Email: vanessa.fecteau@ccbn-nbc.gc.ca