Free admission for youth at Parks Canada’s places starting in 2018
Parks Canada’s places represent the very best that Canada has to offer and tell stories of who we are, including the history, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples.
Millions of Canadians celebrated Canada 150 with free admission to Parks Canada’s places in 2017 and more Canadians than ever before had amazing experiences. Building on that success, the Government has announced free admission to Parks Canada’s places for youth aged 17 and under, starting in 2018 and beyond. This will make discovering nature and connecting with our history easier and more affordable for families.
Through the Parks Canada Discovery Pass, families and groups will have unlimited opportunities to visit national parks, marine conservation areas, and historic sites throughout the year.
Starting on May 18, 2018, Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site will begin welcoming visitors for the 2018 season.
This year, at Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site, we will offer self-discovery Dark Sky Kits for visitors to experience Nova Scotia’s darkest sky and brightest stars from our Dark Sky Preserve. Visitors will also be able to propel our 38 foot Mi’kmaw canoe on a guided paddle through the waters of Kejimkujik Lake. Visitors can also participate in the ancient craft of canoe building with a master Mi’kmaw craftsman by trying their hand at boiling, stripping, and splitting spruce roots.
These and many other cultural and outdoor experiences are awaiting visitors in 2018!
“This year we are celebrating families with free admission for youth aged 17 and under. We want to inspire youth to discover, connect, and protect Canada’s remarkable nature and history. And as always, we encourage all visitors to plan their trips and discover new and exciting destinations across the country, by consulting Parks Canada’s Website, or downloading the Parks Canada’s Mobile App for a list of hidden gems and other unique and memorable ways to experience our national treasures.” – The Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada Parks Canada is actively working with our partners, including Indigenous groups, to share the stories of our treasured places, and to monitor and restore sensitive ecosystems, advance conservation initiatives, protect species at risk, and expand our knowledge of biodiversity and climate change.
To have a memorable time and make the most of their Parks Canada experience, visitors are encouraged to plan their trip in advance. Visitors can order their Discovery Pass and make camping reservations online by visiting the Parks Canada’s Website. Visitors are also encouraged to download the incredibly popular Parks Canada’s mobile app and follow us on social media for more information about the breathtaking locations, and hidden gems at national parks, marine conservation areas, and historic sites.
