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Cision Canada
2 days ago
- General
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Rouge National Urban Park Celebrates 10 Years Français
Milestone anniversary for Canada's first national urban park MARKHAM, ON, July 21, 2025 /CNW/ - Rouge National Urban Park, Canada's first national urban park and one of the largest protected urban parks in the world, offers easy access to residents of Canada's largest urban centre to explore a rich assembly of forests, creeks, farms and trails as well as marshland, a beach on Lake Ontario and human history spanning 10,000 years. Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety and Member of Parliament for Scarborough—Guildwood—Rouge Park, on behalf of the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages, celebrated this important milestone at an event honouring Indigenous partners, volunteers, farmers, advocates, and local stakeholders who have helped shape the vision of the park. The ceremony highlighted key achievements from the past decade, including major land assembly and legislation, the completion of the park's first management plan, the development of a multi-species action plan, the completion of 137 restoration projects with partners and collaborators, the addition of 23 km of new trails and a $21 million investment in the future visitor, learning and community centre. Since its establishment in 2015, Rouge National Urban Park has become a globally recognized model for conservation in an urban setting. Spanning over 79 square kilometres, an area 1.3 times larger than the city of Manhattan, the park protects a remarkable diversity of natural, cultural, and agricultural landscapes and continues to evolve through Indigenous leadership, community stewardship, restoration efforts, and collaboration across all levels of government. Parks Canada will celebrate the 10th anniversary of Rouge National Urban Park throughout 2025. Weekly features on the park's Facebook page will highlight key moments of its history, while on-site anniversary programming will offer visitors opportunities to reflect on the park's past, share their own stories, and contribute to a collective vision for the future of Canada's first national urban park. Quotes "Rouge National Urban Park demonstrates how strong conservation efforts and partnerships can restore ecosystems, strengthen climate resilience, and reconnect people with nature - and with each other -within their own communities. Its creation was made possible through decades of dedicated advocacy by community organizers and support from all levels of government. Today, this commitment to unity and collaboration continues to guide our government's approach to protecting what shapes our identity and makes us proud from coast to coast to coast. The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages "Rouge National Urban Park is both a cherished haven for residents and an emerging destination for visitors from across Canada and around the world. As the first of many national urban parks to come, the Rouge is setting the stage for a new era of urban tourism where conservation, recreation, and sustainability go hand in hand. With new trails, stronger community links, and a landmark visitor centre on the way, this park is not only protecting what we love about Canada, but also inviting more people than ever to discover it." The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety and Member of Parliament for Scarborough—Guildwood—Rouge Park Quick Facts Rouge National Urban Park spans over 79 square kilometres in the GTA and is one of the largest urban parks in North America. The park is home to over 2,000 species of plants and animals, working farms, Indigenous heritage sites and some of the region's most important watersheds and wetlands. The park lies at the northern edge of the Carolinian Life Zone, a type of forest ecosystem that supports a rich diversity of life. Since 2015, more than 300,000 native trees, perennials, shrubs, and aquatic plants have been planted throughout Rouge National Urban Park. To date, Parks Canada and partners have completed 137 ecological restoration and farmland best management practices projects throughout Rouge National Urban Park. SOURCE Parks Canada (HQ)
Cision Canada
3 days ago
- Politics
- Cision Canada
/R E P E A T -- Media Advisory - The Government of Canada Celebrates Rouge National Urban Park's 10th Anniversary/ Français
MARKHAM, ON, July 18, 2025 /CNW/ - The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety and Member of Parliament for Scarborough–Guildwood–Rouge Park, will participate in a special event marking the 10th anniversary of Rouge National Urban Park. Minister Anandasangaree will attend on behalf of the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages. The event will honour the many partners, community members and organizations who have contributed to the protection and evolution of Rouge National Urban Park—Canada's first national urban park. After the program concludes, invited guests may participate in a free guided walk to showcase new trails and facilities, restoration efforts, and the park's natural, cultural, Indigenous and agricultural heritage. The details are as follows: SOURCE Parks Canada (HQ)
Cision Canada
5 days ago
- Politics
- Cision Canada
Media Advisory - The Government of Canada Celebrates Rouge National Urban Park's 10th Anniversary Français
MARKHAM, ON, July 18, 2025 /CNW/ - The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety and Member of Parliament for Scarborough–Guildwood–Rouge Park, will participate in a special event marking the 10th anniversary of Rouge National Urban Park. Minister Anandasangaree will attend on behalf of the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages. The event will honour the many partners, community members and organizations who have contributed to the protection and evolution of Rouge National Urban Park—Canada's first national urban park. After the program concludes, invited guests may participate in a free guided walk to showcase new trails and facilities, restoration efforts, and the park's natural, cultural, Indigenous and agricultural heritage. The details are as follows: SOURCE Parks Canada (HQ)
Global News
6 days ago
- Politics
- Global News
Canada Strong Pass expanding to include more museums and galleries
The Canada Strong Pass is expanding as more museums and galleries operated by individual provinces and territories offer free or discounted admission for some Canadians until September 2. In most cases, this means that children under the age of 17 will get free admission, and those aged 18 to 24 will receive a 50 per cent discount on fees to the newly added museums and galleries, according to the Government of Canada. Introduced in April, the Canada Strong Pass was promoted by the federal government as an incentive to support Canadian tourism and local businesses by offering free or reduced admission to national parks, museums and galleries, as well as fares on Via Rail. At the time, Prime Minister Mark Carney said that the pass was being launched as the United States was, 'threatening our economy and sovereignty, (and as) Canadians are uniting to find new ways to discover and celebrate our beautiful country.' Story continues below advertisement The trade war stemming from U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff policies has led many Canadians to choose alternative destinations to the U.S. for travel and tourism, with many looking to explore more that Canada has to offer. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'It has been about a month since Canadian families began exploring our country with the Canada Strong Pass. I welcome the enthusiastic response of provincial and territorial governments in joining this initiative at a time we need to be united and strong,' said Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages Steven Guilbeault in a Thursday release. 'Museums are where stories are told, art is preserved, and traditions live on. They help shape our understanding of history and culture. I invite all Canadians to choose Canada this summer and enjoy the benefits of the Pass.' 1:59 Canada Strong Pass expected to boost summer travel The release notes that as of the end of June, more than 700,000 people visited the Canada Strong Pass website. Story continues below advertisement Some of the newly included attractions include the Royal B.C. Museum in Victoria, the Oil Sands Discovery Centre in Fort McMurray, The Winnipeg Art Gallery-Qaumajuq, the Art Gallery of Ontario in Toronto, Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic in Nova Scotia and the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre in Whitehorse. All visitors will continue to receive free admission to national historic sites, national parks and national marine conservation areas administered by Parks Canada, and there is still a 25 per cent discount on camping fees at applicable locations, the release says. The Canada Strong Pass continues to be available without registrations or a physical pass, and the release adds that the Pass is eligible to 'all visitors, whether you are Canadian or coming from abroad.'
Cision Canada
6 days ago
- Cision Canada
Provincial and territorial museums and galleries join the Canada Strong Pass Français
Many more options are now available for Canadians looking to take advantage of the Canada Strong Pass until September 2 GATINEAU, QC, July 17, 2025 /CNW/ - Canadians across the country are choosing Canada this summer and enjoying all that the country has to offer. As Canadians make this country their travel destination, they can enjoy free or discounted admission with the Canada Strong Pass. The Pass is about making it easier for everyone—especially youth and families—to explore Canada and celebrate what makes it extraordinary and worthy of our pride, from coast to coast to coast. Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages, announced that 86 provincial and territorial museums and galleries will be participating in the Pass. The participating institutions will offer free admission for children aged 17 and under and 50 percent off admission fees for youth aged 18 to 24. Canadians can visit the Canada Strong Pass website for the list of participating museums and galleries. Select provincial and territorial museums and galleries were invited to join the Canada Strong Pass initiative, with Government of Canada support helping offset admission costs. These museums are in addition to the national museums in Canada that are offering the same benefits. Now is the perfect time for Canadians to explore their rich cultural history and traditions by visiting and learning at any of these wonderful museums. Until September 2, 2025, the Canada Strong Pass will help families save money by enjoying expanded access to Canada's nature and culture, and while supporting the tourism industry and local economies and jobs across the country. Quotes "It has been about a month since Canadian families began exploring our country with the Canada Strong Pass. I welcome the enthusiastic response of provincial and territorial governments in joining this initiative at a time we need to be united and strong. Museums are where stories are told, art is preserved, and traditions live on. They help shape our understanding of history and culture. I invite all Canadians to choose Canada this summer and enjoy the benefits of the Pass until September 2." —The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages Quick Facts No registration or physical pass is necessary; just show up and enjoy the benefits offered at participating establishments. The Pass is open to all visitors, whether you are Canadian or coming from abroad. It's an invitation to experience Canada's cultural and natural treasures. For questions on the Pass, visit the Canada Strong Pass page. As of the end of June, more than 700,000 people had visited the Canada Strong Pass website to learn more about the initiative. The National Museums of Canada are participating in this initiative, along with the National Battlefields Commission. Together, these institutions preserve and promote Canadian history, art, culture, science and nature. They welcome millions of visitors every year and play an essential role in promoting Canadian heritage and identity. The Pass includes: Parks Canada: Free admission for all visitors to national historic sites, national parks and national marine conservation areas administered by Parks Canada and a 25-percent discount on camping fees. National Museums and the Plains of Abraham Museum: Free admission for children aged 17 and under and a 50-percent 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-percent discount for young adults aged 18 to 24. Selected participating provincial and territorial museums and galleries: Free admission for children and a 50-percent discount for young adults aged 18 to 24. Related Products Choose Canada this summer with the new Canada Strong Pass Associated Links Canada Strong Pass Choose Canada SOURCE Canadian Heritage
