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The Illinois & Michigan Canal National Heritage Corridor was the first national heritage corridor designated in 1984 and has always had a strong grassroots base that has come together in both “official” and ad-hoc ways. As the official coordinating entity, we at the CCA want to join with other stakeholders and begin implementing A Roadmap for the Future 2011-2021 and creating the Canal Alliance. We are looking for individuals and organizations willing to partner with us to achieve the vision, mission, and goals for the heritage corridor articulated in the plan. Join us as we shape the future of the heritage corridor.

The Canal Alliance is a group of self-selected stakeholders that sign the Canal Alliance Pledge. By signing the pledge, members agree to work toward the vision and mission of the heritage corridor and agree to abide by its guiding principles. Each Canal Alliance member identifies the resources they bring to the table annually to contribute to the local investment.

Canal Alliance membership is open to everyone. There are opportunities available to become involved in the projects, programs, and activities of the heritage corridor whether you are a recreation enthusiast, a historian, or you are interested in the economic development of your community. Although members of the Canal Alliance may have diverse objectives or interests, they agree to work together toward a common mission of protecting and preserving the natural, historical, and cultural resources of the Corridor; advancing and stimulating economic development and activity within the Corridor; creating and enhancing opportunities for recreation in the Corridor; and interpreting and cultivating the history of the Corridor and its significance in the settlement and growth of the region and nation.

Responsibilities of Canal Alliance Membership

  • Work toward the vision and mission of the IMCNHC
  • Abide by the guiding principals of the IMCNHC
  • Contribute to the local investment
  • Volunteer expertise

Benefits of Canal Alliance Membership

  • Join others in working toward the goals of the IMCNHC
  • Participate in IMCNHC activities and projects that otherwise would not happen
  • Receive information about the IMCNHC
  • Receive invitations to a wide variety of events
  • Receive invitations to trainings, conferences, tours
  • As is appropriate, benefit from collaborations in marketing

 

 
 

Become a member of the Canal Alliance
Individuals or organizations can become a member of the Canal Alliance by downloading the Canal Alliance Pledge, filling in the appropriate information, signing the agreement, and returning the completed agreement to the Canal Corridor Association via mail, e-mail, or fax.


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