The pass not only grants free access to national parks, but will also provide discounts on camping fees, national museum admissions, VIA Rail tickets, as well as participating provincial and territorial museums and galleries. The pass is a direct response to the United States’ tariffs this summer.
Additionally, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, minister of women and gender equality and secretary of state (Small Business and Tourism) said that the pass is to help bolster Canadian tourism.
“Canada’s tourism sector is dynamic, innovative and essential to our national economy. The Canada Strong Pass will give a much-needed boost to the tourism industry by encouraging Canadians to rediscover our country, support local businesses and celebrate the communities that make Canada extraordinary. This summer, let’s choose Canada.”
