As Canadians are making vacations plans, the Canada Strong Pass is returning for another season. In less than a month, from June 19 to September 7, 2026, Canadians will once again be able to experience the very best Canada has to offer, free of charge or at a reduced cost.
From museums and railways to national parks, the federal government is making it easier to choose Canada this summer.
The pass includes:
- Parks Canada: Free entry to all sites operated by Parks Canada, as well as a 25-percent rebate on camping fees for everyone.
- National museums and the Plains of Abraham Museum: Free entry for children 17 years or younger or 50 percent off for young adults 18 to 24 years old;
- Participating provincial or territorial museums and art galleries: Free entry for children 17 years or younger or 50 percent off for young adults 18 to 24 years old;
- VIA Rail Canada: Free trips for children 17 years or younger when accompanied by an adult, and 25 percent off for young adults 18 to 24 years old.
At a time when costs remain a concern for numerous households, the Canada Strong Pass is one of the ways the Government of Canada is making life more affordable for families and young adults. Launched in the summer of 2025, the program has helped increase visitor numbers at these participating institutions and destination[HL1] [AL2] [CH3] s:
- a 6.5-percent increase in VIA Rail Canada ridership;
- a 13-percent increase in visits to Parks Canada sites;
- an average 15-percent increase in attendance at national museums; and
- an average 6.3-percent increase in attendance at participating provincial and territorial museums and art galleries.
These results demonstrate how Canadians choosing to explore their own country can help support jobs, local businesses and cultural institutions in communities across Canada. They also reflect the growing interest in Canada's cultural and natural attractions among visitors from around the world, helping showcase the people, places and experiences that make Canada unique.
Canada has everything the world wants. The Canada Strong Pass invites Canadians invites Canadians and visitors to rediscover our country, its landscapes, its culture and the people who bring it to life.
