Provincial Parks

• Nova Scotia’s provincewide ban on entering the woods was unreasonable, court rules

  A Nova Scotia judge says the province’s 2025 ban on entering the woods during wildfire risk was unreasonable for failing to consider Charter rights.

  Canada

  Apr 18
  
• Manitoba set to launch 2025 campground reservations at provincial parks

  It may not look like camping weather outside, but the province is looking ahead to bookings for campsites, cabins, yurts and more in Manitoba provincial parks this summer.

  Entertainment

  Mar 28, 2025
  
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• Manitoba offers week-long free entry to provincial parks

  The province is encouraging Manitobans to visit provincial parks this summer, offering free entry for a full week from Monday through July 21.

  Entertainment

  Jul 12, 2024
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• Ontario offering free preview of new provincial park under development

  The government has been working to build an urban provincial park in Uxbridge, Ont., on surplus government land once listed for sale by the Ministry of Infrastructure. 

  Environment

  Jun 13, 2024
• Manitoba announces free fishing weekend at provincial parks

  From June 7 to 9, all Manitoba provincial parks will be open to anyone who wants drop a line in the water.

  Canada

  Jun 4, 2024
• Manitoba offers free access to provincial parks throughout February

  If you're looking to get out and explore one of Manitoba's provincial parks this winter, you won't need a permit starting Thursday.

  Lifestyle

  Jan 31, 2024
• Take a Hike Day: Ontario Parks staff hosting hikes across the province

  Ontario Parks Discovery staff will be offering guided and self-guided hikes across the province on Wednesday, Aug. 9 as part of its first ever 'Take a Hike' day.

  Environment

  Aug 8, 2023
• Off-leash dog park opens at Ferris Provincial Park near Campbellford, Ont.

  Environment Minister David Piccini says the 11,250-square-foot fenced park will help address the 'growing need' for more pet-friendly areas in the provincial park system.

  Environment

  Jun 30, 2023
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• Manitoba announces free Family Fishing Weekend at provincial parks

  The province says Manitoba's provincial parks will be free to visit from Friday through Sunday, and you won't need a licence to fish during the same period.

  Lifestyle

  Jun 6, 2023
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• B.C. outlines plan to improve accessibility at provincial parks

  B.C. is spending $3.6 million to upgrade washrooms, parking lots and trails to make them more accessible, and is committing to accessibility standards for new facilities.

  Environment

  Mar 22, 2023