The policy of bringing Algonquin Provincial Park back to its 

 original status progressed much more rapidly than was anticipated, with 

 the return to the Crown of some forty-three properties. 



In North Western Ontario, the opening for travel of High- 

 way 120 from the Lake Head to Atikokan, made accessible for the first 

 time by motor car, the north side of Quetico Provincial Park. With the 

 contemplated extension and completion of this highway to Fort Frances, 

 scane ninety million people will have access to Quetico, via a circuitous 

 route . 



This challenge necessitated early and orderly planning, so 

 that the organization may be set up to cope with the expected influx, 

 and the necessary facilities, such as adequate recreational areas, fully 

 established and outfitted in advance. These plans are under way. 



During the winter 1000 park tables and 1000 fireplace 

 grills were manufactured for the Division by the Department of Reform 

 Institutions at Burwash and Brampton. These pieces of equipment were 

 well made and reasonably priced. Excellent co-operation has existed 

 between the two departments and it is planned to make further use of 

 Reform Institutions labour and services throughout the summer season. 



