Explore the Great Outdoors With the Canada Strong Pass
This summer, the Canada Strong Pass offers visitors free admission to national parks, historic sites, and marine conservation areas managed by Parks Canada. It also provides significant discounts on camping, activities, VIA Rail travel, and select museums. Whether hiking the Rockies, marvelling at Niagara Falls, or exploring coastal wonders, the Canada Strong Pass is your ticket to experiencing the best of our country without stretching your budget.
What Is the Canada Strong Pass?
The Canada Strong Pass is not a physical pass that you must sign up for or purchase. It’s a campaign that offers discounted admissions from June 20, 2025, through September 2, 2025, so all you need to do is get out there and explore. The Canada Strong Pass reduces costs, encourages outdoor exploration, and promotes cultural discovery for adults and children across Canada.
Simply visit any participating Parks Canada site, including national historic sites, national parks, and national marine conservation areas operated by Parks Canada, and you will automatically get free admission plus a 25% discount on camping and other fees. It also includes free or discounted travel on VIA Rail, and free or reduced admission to certain national museums and galleries.
Top Places to Explore With Your Canada Strong Pass
1. Banff National Park, Alberta
Banff National Park, located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, is world-renowned for its stunning landscapes, glacial lakes, and a wide range of outdoor activities all year round. However, summer is the busiest and best time to visit Banff since the warmer weather makes it perfect for hiking, paddling, cycling, and sightseeing. And this summer, you’ll pay no admission thanks to the Strong Pass.
2. Jasper National Park, Alberta
Jasper National Park is another iconic park and also the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. It’s also popular for its stunning landscapes, vast wilderness, abundant wildlife, glaciers, scenic byways, and some of Canada's best hiking trails. And just like Banff, there will be no admission fees this summer.
3. Niagara Falls, Ontario
Niagara Falls is a world-famous destination popular for its impressive waterfalls that sit on the border of Canada and the USA. Still, it's often considered best viewed from the Canadian side of the border. The Canadian side offers various viewpoints, including tunnels and observation decks where you can even get behind the falls. The Strong Pass currently offers discounts on activities in the surrounding Niagara Parks area, including natural areas, historic sites, recreational activities, gardens, a butterfly conservatory, and more.
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9 Tips for a Safe and Enjoyable Outdoor Experience
Always check the weather forecast before heading out on any outdoor adventure. Weather conditions can change rapidly, especially in the mountains, so pack layers and be prepared for changing conditions.
Plan your route ahead of time and tell someone outside of your group where you will be going and when you expect to return.
Be prepared with a first aid kit, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and appropriate clothing for the current weather and unexpected changes. Depending on where you’re going, you may also want bug repellent.
Ensure your phone is fully charged and consider carrying an emergency whistle in case anyone in your group gets injured and requires assistance getting out.
Bring along plenty of water – 2L per person per day. Alternatively, carry an advanced water filtration system intended for wilderness use.
Research the local wildlife in the area you’ll be visiting and how to react if you encounter them.
Take breaks throughout your day, resting in the shade when needed.
Always be alert. Pay attention to your surroundings and any potential hazards, such as animals, rockslides, water, or other dangers, and inform your group about hazards you see.
Be considerate of others. Everyone wants to enjoy the peaceful surroundings, so give everyone a respectful amount of space, avoid playing loud music, but offer assistance if necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Does the Canada Strong Pass Include?
The Canada Strong Pass includes free admission and 25% off camping and accommodation fees to all national parks, historic sites, and marine conservation areas managed by Parks Canada. It also includes free or discounted travel on VIA Rail and free or reduced admission to certain national museums.
How Do I Get a Canada Strong Pass?
The Canada Strong Pass isn’t a physical pass that you buy. It’s a campaign offering free admissions and discounted fees at national parks, national historic sites, and national marine conservation areas managed by Parks Canada, as well as VIA Rail, and certain museums and galleries.
Canada Strong Pass Boost Travel Opportunities
The Canada Strong Pass makes summer exploration more accessible for families than ever before, offering free entry, discounted stays, and deals on travel so you can see more of Canada for less. With so many scenic spots and historic landmarks to see, being prepared is key to making the most of your trip. For convenience on the go, the EcoFlow RAPID Magnetic Power Bank (10,000mAh) keeps your phone ready for every photo op, ensuring you capture and share every breathtaking moment of your Canadian adventure.