Use the Canada Strong Pass in BC
This summer, Canadians are being encouraged to travel and support local with the new Canada Strong Pass being offered by the Federal Government. From June 20 to September 2, 2025 it will offer expanded access to Canada’s nature and culture across the country, helping families discover and celebrate Canada throughout the summer.
Use the Canada Strong Pass in BC
The Canada Strong Pass is available to Canadians and visitors, and it 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% discount on camping fees.
- National museums and the Plains of Abraham Museum
- All national museums offer free admission for children and teens aged 17 and under, and 50% off admission fees for youth aged 18 to 24.
- VIA Rail
- The pass offers free travel for children aged 17 and under when accompanied by an adult and a 25% discount for young adults aged 18 to 24. Visit the VIA Rail website for more information on free and discounted travel with the Canada Strong Pass.
- Selected participating provincial and territorial museums and galleries
- Free admission for children and a 50% discount for young adults aged 18 to 24.
The Pass offers free admission to all national historic sites, national parks, and national marine conservation areas administered by Parks Canada. It also includes discounted rates on camping, roofed accommodation and historic stays with Parks Canada.
With 171 national historic sites, 48 national parks, five national marine conservation areas and one national urban park, Parks Canada’s vast reach provides services in over 200 locations across Canada, in every province and territory, rural, urban and northern.
At National Parks, 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 richness.
The discounts cover admission only, but some participating sites may include guided tours or offer special rates — check with them directly.
Find a National Historic Site
You can use this map to find a National Historic Site or National Park in BC. Around Southwest BC, there’s the Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse in Victoria, the Gulf of Georgia Cannery in Steveston, and Fort Langley National Historic Site. There are no National Parks in the Lower Mainland, but the closest would be Pacific Rim National Park (Tofino/Ucluelet on Vancouver Island) or Gulf Islands National Park Reserve.
British Columbia Locations
- Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Site
- Fort Langley National Historic Site
- Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Site
- Fort St. James National Historic Site
- Gitwangak Battle Hill National Historic Site
- Glacier National Park
- Gulf Islands National Park Reserve
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site
- Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve, and Haida Heritage Site Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve, and Haida Heritage Site
- Kicking Horse Pass National Historic Site
- Kootenae House National Historic Site
- Kootenay National Park
- Mount Revelstoke National Park
- Pacific Rim National Park Reserve
- Radium Hot Springs
- Rogers Pass National Historic Site
- SGang Gwaay Linagaay (Nan Sdins)
- Stanley Park National Historic Site
- Twin Falls Tea House National Historic Site
- Yoho National Park
There will be many participating provincial and territorial museums and galleries across the country. It’s a good idea to check directly with each site before planning your visit.
Visit the Canada Strong Pass website for more information and check ahead with your destination before your visit to confirm admission rates and options.
