Category : National Parks


Water Safety Notice Issued for Lock 42 at Lake Couchiching

Parks Canada has issued a water safety notice for Lock 42 on the Trent-Severn Waterway near Washago, Ontario, urging caution due to potential hazards. The advisory highlights risks in the Lake Couchiching area, emphasizing public safety measures.

London Shed Fire Damages North London Implement Storage

A significant fire erupted in a north London implement shed, causing extensive damage to the structure and its contents. The incident occurred on Friday, March 27, 2026, with emergency services responding promptly to contain the blaze.

Calgary Dumpster Fire Spreads to Building in Forest Lawn

A dumpster fire in East Calgary's Forest Lawn neighborhood escalated Thursday morning, spreading to a nearby building. Emergency services responded quickly to contain the blaze, which caused significant damage but no reported injuries.

Hawrelak Park Reopens After Three-Year Renovation

William Hawrelak Park in Edmonton has reopened following a comprehensive three-year rehabilitation project that modernized utilities, improved accessibility, and added new amenities while preserving its role as a vital community greenspace.

Rockslide Closes Highway 93S and Radium Hot Springs Pools

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

B.C. Parks Funding Cuts Risk Long-Term Economic Costs

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.

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