PARKS CANADA INVITES YOU TO COME CELEBRATE CANADA DAY WITH THE RIDEAU CANAL

SMITHS FALLS – As cornerstones of Canada’s tourism industry, Parks Canada is committed to providing visitors with high-quality and meaningful visitor experiences and supporting tourism in communities across the country.

This Canada Day, Parks Canada is pleased to welcome visitors to celebrate the incredible beauty and natural heritage of Canada on the Rideau Canal by offering free lockage for recreational boaters on Canada Day.

By encouraging Canadians to visit national historic sites, national parks and national marine conservation areas and providing them with the information and means to enjoy them, Parks Canada enables more Canadians to learn about our shared heritage and experience the outdoors.

To make the most of their Parks Canada experience, visitors are encouraged to plan their trip in advance. Visit the Parks Canada website, sign up for our national e-newsletter, download Parks Canada’s mobile app, and follow us on social media @RideauCanalNHS for inspiration on places to visit and to help plan the perfect visit.