Elk Island National Park bison populating herds across globe ‘the cornerstone of conservation’
From Russia to Scotland, Elk Island National Park bison and their relatives can be found around the globe. Continue reading
National Parks
UN says Canada’s plan to rescue Wood Buffalo National Park needs ‘considerably more effort’
The status of Canada’s largest park as a world heritage site remains wobbly after a United Nations body expressed grave doubts about a federal plan to rescue it. Continue reading
Can I cannabis? The rules around pot at Manitoba campgrounds May long weekend
It’s the first spring of legal pot and you’re headed to the campground this weekend. So are you allowed to smoke cannabis in the great outdoors? Continue reading
Some national parks, airports up and running as U.S. government temporarily reopens
Park rangers were once again greeting visitors at some national parks across the United States and flight operations at major airports were returning to normal on Saturday, one day after a partial government shutdown came to an end. Continue reading
Rachel Notley resists calls to fire Alberta environment minister over Bighorn
Alberta Premier Rachel Notley is resisting growing opposition demands to fire her environment minister. Continue reading
3 people have died in U.S. national parks since the government shutdown began
Less staff working in the parks means slower response times and less maintenance. Continue reading
Canada to allow cannabis smoking at campsites in national parks
Parks Canada says campers will be allowed to smoke cannabis at registered campsites in national parks across Canada. Continue reading
Banff’s Sunshine ski resort launches campaign criticizing proposed guidelines from Parks Canada
The proposed site guidelines for Sunshine Village released this summer provide a framework for future use, growth and development at the resort until 2060. Continue reading
Part of Banff National Park closed after bear damages tent in campground
People exploring Banff National Park will not be allowed to access a stretch of it along Lake Minnewanka until next month after a bear ended up in a backcountry campground. Continue reading
Free shuttle between Edmonton and Elk Island National Park begins this month
A free shuttle will soon be available for people looking to head out to Elk Island National Park for the day from Edmonton. Continue reading