A significant rockslide in Sinclair Canyon has led to the closure of BC Highway 93S in Kootenay National Park and the Radium Hot Springs pools, with no injuries reported. Parks Canada is managing the situation, and closures are expected until Thursday aft
Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park in Northern Ontario will partially reopen this spring following extensive damage from a severe summer storm that caused widespread destruction.
Louise Pedersen argues that reducing investment in B.C.'s outdoor recreation infrastructure in Budget 2026 represents short-sighted fiscal policy that will incur higher future costs while missing economic opportunities from growing tourism demand.
Parks Canada is investigating a gender reveal event at Lake Louise that left pink dye and metallic confetti scattered on the ice, with potential fines up to $25,000 under environmental laws.
The National Park Service returned brochures at the Medgar & Myrlie Evers Home National Monument after pulling them for calling the assassin 'racist,' sparking controversy amid Trump's anti-DEI agenda.
Parks Canada invites Canadians to review six conceptual designs for reimagining the Banff Avenue visitor centre and community space, with feedback open until February 27.
Parks Canada is asking Canadians for feedback on managing visitor congestion at Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Paradise Valley, where annual visits have surged 70% since 2010.
Parks Canada announces extended closure of Banff Upper Hot Springs for structural repairs and upgrades, with reopening now projected for early 2026 instead of late 2025.
Parks Canada is launching public consultations to develop policies addressing severe overcrowding issues in mountain parks, with a focus on popular sites like Lake Louise and Moraine Lake in Alberta.
Saskatchewan provincial parks begin online camping reservations for the 2026 season starting April 13, with 59 new seasonal sites added but two campgrounds closed due to wildfire damage.
British Columbia introduces a new fee for out-of-province visitors using provincial parks, part of broader measures to manage tourism and fund conservation efforts.
Parks Canada has temporarily closed a section near Tunnel Mountain in Banff National Park to allow predators like cougars and wolves space to hunt undisturbed.
An ongoing technical problem is forcing Parks Canada to postpone some camping and activity bookings, impacting travelers planning visits to national parks and historic sites across the country.
Parks Canada has postponed reservation bookings at Waterton Lakes, Elk Island, and Wood Buffalo national parks due to an IT outage affecting federal services.
A technical system failure at Parks Canada has forced the postponement of reservation openings for several Alberta national parks, impacting visitor planning.
A drone operator was fined $2,000 for an illegal flight in Banff National Park that overlapped with a helicopter's path, highlighting serious safety risks. Learn why drone use is banned in Canada's national parks.
The federal government announces significant investments to enhance Rouge National Urban Park and a Toronto-area beach, promising better facilities and conservation efforts. Learn about the planned upgrades.
Indonesian rescuers recovered a second body near Komodo National Park as the search for a missing Spanish soccer coach and two children was extended. The boat sank on December 26, 2025.
Alberta MP William Stevenson urges Ottawa to reverse policies allowing a Colorado company to dominate paid attractions in Canada's iconic national parks, calling for restored competition.
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'.
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.
A section of Vancouver's Stanley Park seawall is closed after a slide Sunday night between Prospect Point and Third Beach. Park officials urge the public to avoid the area.
Canada's competition watchdog calls for federal action to limit a U.S. company's control over key tourist sites in Banff and Jasper National Parks. Learn about the concerns and potential impacts.
Arrowhead Provincial Park is preparing its beloved forest skate trail for another winter season. See how crews create the magical ice path through snowy woods.
The federal government is investing $37,000 to revitalize the Balancing Rock Trail in Tiverton, Nova Scotia. This funding aims to improve accessibility and preserve the iconic natural landmark for future visitors.
A boarded-up historic lodge in Yoho National Park is slated for revival, offering a chance to walk into Canadian history. Discover the plans to restore this once-globally renowned backcountry destination.
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.
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.