Canada Strong Pass provides access to parks, museums

This summer, Canadians can enjoy the very best the country has to offer with the new Canada Strong Pass.

From museums and railroads to national parks and campgrounds, the federal government is making it easier for families to explore and celebrate Canada. Running from June 20 to September 2, the Canada Strong Pass provides expanded access to nature, history, and culture across the country—helping Canadians make unforgettable memories while discovering what unites us.

The pass includes the following benefits:

• Parks Canada: Free admission for all visitors to national historic sites, national parks and national marine conservation areas administered by Parks Canada, plus a 25 per cent discount on camping fees.
• National museums and the Plains of Abraham Museum: Free admission for children aged 17 and under, and a 50 per cent discount for young adults aged 18 to 24.
• VIA Rail: Free travel for children aged 17 and under when accompanied by an adult, and a 25 per cent discount for young adults aged 18 to 24.
• Selected participating provincial and territorial museums and galleries: Free admission for children.

By making these experiences more accessible, the Canada Strong Pass encourages people to connect with our landscapes and heritage—from coast to coast to coast.

“We’ve seen an incredible show of unity from Canadians since the beginning of the year,” Culture Minister Steven Guilbeault said. “Our Canada Strong Pass aims to make it even easier for families to choose Canada—to discover the beauty of our country, connect with nature, and enjoy our culture all summer long. Whether it’s visiting a national park they always wanted to see, exploring a museum, or booking a camping trip, families can create lasting memories together. Canadians are proud of what defines us, and this Pass is about celebrating a strong, united Canada.”

With 171 national historic sites, 48 national parks, five marine conservation areas, and one national urban park, Parks Canada offers over 200 locations across the country—urban, rural, and northern.

For full details, visit the Canada Strong Pass page.