100 Years of Parks Canada (giveaway)

 I love this beautiful province and everything it has to offer. And a few of the most beautiful places in BC (and Canada) are operated by Parks Canada. You may remember for example the lovely Gulf of Georgia Cannery in Steveston (I blogged about it here) and Fort Langley in Langley (I blogged about it here). Both are operated by Parks Canada.To celebrate the 100 years of Parks Canada, I currently have a Family Discovery Pass to give away. This pass gives full and free access to all National Parks, National Marine Conservation Areas and National Historic Sites in Canada for a year for a family.Here’s a summary of the history and scope of Parks Canada’s work to preserve our natural beauty and remember our history.
In 1911, Canada showed foresight and leadership in becoming the first country in the world to establish a national service entirely dedicated to parks. One hundred years ago, few Canadians realized the impact of this decision, but they soon would come to know the iconic places that were held in trust for them, places such as Banff and the Fortifications of Québec, that would become world renowned symbols of Canada.Today, as we embark on a second century of caring for our nation’s natural and cultural heritage, Parks Canada manages an impressive network of 42 national parks, 167 national historic sites and 4 national marine conservation areas. These fascinating places protect what is fragile but vital: the unique, unrivalled and irreplaceable places where Canadians can connect to their heritage and the wildlife, landscapes and waters that represent the very essence of Canada.