Looking to escape the usual vacation spots? Canada has just launched an enticing summer-long initiative running until September 2nd that makes exploring the Great White North more affordable than ever. As Canadian authorities put it, “Enjoy free or discounted admission by choosing Canada as your travel destination”.
Who Benefits and What Can You Save?
While the “Strong Canada” initiative primarily targets young travelers, it offers substantial savings for anyone planning to explore Canada’s natural wonders. The program provides a 25% discount on camping fees and free admission for everyone to national historic sites, national parks, and national marine conservation areas managed by Parks Canada—the government agency overseeing 51 natural sites and 172 historic locations across the country.
Young travelers get even better deals: those under 17 enjoy free admission to participating national museums, galleries, and provincial or territorial museums, while 18-24 year-olds receive 50% off. For train travel with VIA Rail, children under 17 travel free when accompanied by an adult, and young adults aged 18-24 get 25% off their tickets.
The beauty of the “Strong Canada” program is its universal accessibility—it’s open to all visitors, whether Canadian residents or international tourists.
No Hassle, Maximum Savings
Perhaps best of all, there’s no advance registration required and no physical or digital passes to manage. Simply show up at ticket counters and entrances to automatically receive your discounts at participating venues and services.
This streamlined approach makes spontaneous travel planning easier while ensuring you don’t miss out on savings due to forgotten paperwork or digital glitches.
> More information: www.canada.ca
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