Skating Season Begins at Echo Valley Provincial Park
The popular skating trail at Echo Valley Provincial Park in Saskatchewan is now open for the season. Discover hours, safety tips, and what makes this winter destination special.
The popular skating trail at Echo Valley Provincial Park in Saskatchewan is now open for the season. Discover hours, safety tips, and what makes this winter destination special.
The federal government's revived Canada Strong pass offers free admission to national parks, aiming to attract holiday visitors to destinations like Waterton during the quieter shoulder season.
Calgarians will pay more for transit and recreation in 2026. Get the details on new bus fares, pool passes, and the reasons behind the municipal fee hikes.
A U.S. federal judge has upheld a controversial $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas, a move that could significantly impact Canadian tech firms and professionals seeking opportunities south of the border.
A stuffed bunny left on a Parks Canada shuttle is exploring the Rockies & sharing safety messages while awaiting reunion. Read the heartwarming story of 'Bunff'.
A section of Vancouver's iconic Stanley Park seawall is closed after a rock and mud slide. Officials are assessing the damage and public safety is the priority. Stay updated on the closure.
Manitoba announces new fee structure for provincial park accommodations, raising costs for yurts, cabins, and some campsites starting in 2025. Learn what's changing for your next outdoor adventure.
Starting in 2026, B.C. campers must act faster to secure provincial campsites as the reservation window shrinks from four to three months. Plan your key long weekends now.
Starting February 1, 2025, tourists visiting Rome's iconic Trevi Fountain will pay a 2-euro fee. Learn about the new rules and what it means for your trip.
Rome will implement an entry fee for the Trevi Fountain in 2025 to manage crowds and fund maintenance during the Jubilee Year, which expects millions of visitors.
Montreal's Sud-Ouest borough signs a two-year pact with Parks Canada to clear snow from 5 km of Lachine Canal paths, boosting winter access for cyclists and pedestrians. Learn about the new winter mobility plan.
Beaver Hills House Park and Michael Phair Park in downtown Edmonton are now open to the public following significant renovations. Discover the refreshed green spaces in the city core.
The Alberta government has increased the fee for filing a citizen petition to $25,000. Learn about the amendment's details and its potential impact on public participation.
Former President Donald Trump will witness the dignified transfer of two National Guardsmen and an interpreter killed in Syria. The ceremony honors Sgts. William Howard and Edgar Torres-Tovar.
The federal government is spending $5.1 million to reduce energy consumption at buildings on Nova Scotia's iconic Sable Island. The project aims to lower the environmental footprint of operations on the remote sandbar.
An Ontario woman was defrauded of $4,000 in an advance fee loan scam. Police warn job seekers about fake offers involving stolen goods or money laundering.
The Trump administration argues a $300M White House ballroom is vital for national security. A historic preservation group's lawsuit seeks to halt the project. Get the latest details.
Canadians aged 16+ will pay a new US$100 fee to visit top U.S. national parks like Yellowstone and Yosemite starting Jan. 1, 2026. Learn about the annual pass and how Trump's policies are driving the change.
The U.S. Department of the Interior has removed Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth from 2025's free park entry schedule, adding President Trump's birthday. Learn about the policy shift and its context.
The U.S. National Park Service has overhauled its free admission schedule for 2025, adding former President Donald Trump's birthday. Discover the new dates and what it means for park visitors.
Vancouver considers a $10 fee for information requests, raising concerns about public transparency. Advocates warn it could hinder access to city data.
Despite a national tourism spike, Saskatchewan's national parks saw a 25% visitor decline in 2025 due to wildfire threats. Local businesses in Waskesiu felt the significant impact.
Parks Canada is exploring a plan to clear vegetation near railway tracks in Banff National Park to improve sightlines and prevent deadly elk-train collisions. Learn about the proposed wildlife safety measure.
The FBI has arrested a suspect linked to pipe bombs placed at the DNC and RNC on Jan. 5, 2021. The devices were viable and the investigation involved over 1,000 interviews. Read the latest.
Parks Canada sites experienced a significant 13% increase in visitors following the introduction of the Canada Strong Pass. Discover how the program is driving tourism to national treasures like Banff.
Starting in 2025, U.S. air travellers lacking a REAL ID will face a $45 fee. Learn the details and how this impacts Canadian flyers heading south.
TransLink is seeking public feedback on four proposed seasonal bus routes to popular parks like Belcarra and Golden Ears, aiming to ease parking congestion. Have your say by December 19.
The City of Windsor is set to expand its successful SUPIE program to ten parks across the municipality. Learn about the initiative's impact and future plans.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem reveals the suspect in the Washington National Guard shooting was radicalized within the U.S. community. Learn the latest details.
Hydro-Québec seeks regulatory approval to charge customers $1.40 for paper bills to offset rising postal costs and encourage digital adoption. Learn how this affects Montreal residents.