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The Caledonian Canal – a tool for economic regeneration

WCC Scotland
September 20, 2016

The Caledonian Canal – a tool for economic regeneration

The Caledonian Canal has evolved from industrial backbone to a recreational boon to the Highlands. As a central element of the regeneration strategy Highland Council and Scottish Canals are collaborating with local people to diversify activities along the canal, enable business growth and improve quality of life for Highland communities.

WCC Scotland

September 20, 2016
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  1. World Canals Conference 2016 The Caledonian Canal: A Tool for

    Economic Regeneration Stuart Black, Director of Development & Infrastructure
  2. • 25,659 km2 (33% of Scotland) • Same size as

    Belgium • 232,950 people (4% of Scotland) • Half of our population lives in and around Inverness The Highlands
  3. Caledonian Canal ▪ Partially opened 1822 ▪ Completed 1847 ▪

    97 km long, one third manmade ▪ 4 lochs ▪ 29 locks ▪ 4 aqueducts ▪ 10 bridges
  4. Tourism is our most significant industry • Economic Impact £1.1bn

    • Visitor Numbers 5.8m • 18% of Direct Employment Importance of Tourism
  5. Great Glen Way opened 2002 Great Glen Ways project began

    2007 • First joint project • “Boot, boat or bike” • Common, consistent signage & interpretation Canal As A Tourism Driver
  6. Great Glen Canoe Trail • Total Number of Licenced Paddlers

    in 2016 – 1934 • Over 4000+ paddlers in total per year • UK’s most popular route of its type
  7. Conclusion • The Caledonian Canal will continue to shape regeneration

    of the Great Glen • Council will continue to work with partners to promote regeneration opportunities • Aim is that the Canal continues to be an economic asset for the next 200 years