News and Publications
Newsletter
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Meetings

Erie Canalway Commission and Heritage Fund Board Meeting
October 26, 2022, 10-12pm, location TBD
Quarterly meeting; the public is welcome to attend. In compliance with 508 standards, we will be using Birnbaum Interpreting Services to provide real-time captioning for all virtually streamed meetings that are open to the public. A URL will be shared at the beginning of the meeting for those who wish to use the real-time captioning during the meeting. You may request the URL before the meeting by contacting Diane Jennings at diane_jennings@partner.nps.gov; (518) 237-7000 ext 207.
Studies and Reports
2021 Annual Report
Hand-Launch Facility Design Guide
The Value of the NYS Canal System
Benefits of New York's historic waterway are not limited to recreational users. Economic impacts flow to businesses, industries, agriculture and communities.
Visitor Profile and Economic Impact Studies
Download Visitor Profile Highlights, detailed Visitor Research, and Economic Impact Report to learn about the tremendous impact of canal tourism.
Reimagining the Canals
Read our 2019 public input for a major initiative by NYPA/NYS Canal Corp to consider new uses and maintenance of the Canal System.
Publications and Visitor Information
Brochures and maps of the National Heritage Corridor are available at visitor centers, heritage sites, and NYS Thruway rest areas throughout the Corridor. Or download them here in PDF format.