4 d. ago Canada's Wonderland introducing strict new policy starting later this month

Compared to recent seasons, summer 2025 could be considered pretty light in terms of problematic incidents at Canada's Wonderland. Even so, park staff still had to deal with their fair share of troublemakers who tampered with rides and caused all sorts of other issues at the GTA attraction over the last few months.In light of a surge in such incidents at both the Vaughan, Ontario site and across the amusement industry — as well as, perhaps, the terrifying rise in serious crimes perpetrated by teens in general — park management has decided to implement a new policy specifically targeting young people.Ahead of its busy annual Halloween event that kicks off at the end of the month, Wonderland has updated its conduct policy to include a new chaperone rule.Under the new guideline, all entrants aged 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult aged 21 or older after 6 p.m. — and yes, IDs will be checked. In addition, adults accompan...

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5 d. ago Wolves showing 'bold behaviour' at Two Jack Lakeside Campground warns Parks Canada

Children must be supervised and animals leashed

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6 d. ago Fire crews working to contain a wildfire just west of Banff townsite

Parks Canada says a wildfire that broke out Saturday, just west of the town of Banff, is now listed as "being held" after fire crews attacked it from the ground and the air.

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6 d. ago Fire crews working to extinguish a wildfire just west of Banff townsite

Parks Canada says a wildfire that broke out Saturday, just west of the town of Banff, is now listed as "being held" after fire crews attacked it from the ground and the air.

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1 week ago Parks Canada visits increased by 10% with Canada Strong Pass, Ottawa says

OTTAWA — The federal government says the Canada Strong Pass it introduced this summer succeeded in boosting rail travel and visits to museums, historic sites and parks. The Canada Strong Pass, which took effect on June 20 and was available until Sept. 2, offered free national museum admission to children 17 and under, and a […]

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1 week ago National park in Toronto just got a huge shoutout from National Geographic

An urban park in Toronto just received a special mention from the American magazine, National Geographic, thanks to its accessibility, plant and animal biodiversity, and mixed-surface trails. The article, titled "Here are 10 national parks in Canada you need to visit," released on Tuesday, spotlights the 37 national parks, 11 national park preserves, and 168 national historic sites within Canada. Noting that all 10 provinces and three territories are represented within the National Park System, the publication writes that the country has a "bounty that can feel overwhelming to visitors choosing where to start," although there are 10 distinct parks that are worth a shoutout, including Toronto's very own Rouge National Urban Park. Listed at #5, the 19,521-acre park was recognized for its accessibility year-round and described as "nature on the city's edge." National Geographic highlights the fact that it is ...

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2 w. ago Prescribed fire scheduled in Yoho National park, if weather permits

Parks Canada advises drivers to be prepared for potential delays and reduced visibility on sections of the Trans-Canada Highway.

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2 w. ago N.B. food bank sees ‘more and more kids’ as questions linger over school lunch program delay

The food bank shares a building with the Riverview Boys and Girls Club, where executive director Lynda Carey said an increased number of kids who are visiting are hungry.

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2 w. ago Missing Norwegian hiker’s body found near Hayes River, RCMP say

YORK FACTORY — RCMP say they’ve found the body of a 29-year-old Norwegian hiker who disappeared in northern Manitoba while on a cross-continental journey of the Canadian wilderness.  Mounties from the Gilliam RCMP detachment say police, Parks Canada officers and community searchers from Fort Severn, Ont., were on the west side of the Hayes River […]

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3 w. ago Nova Scotia firefighters wary of potential wind shifts as hurricane to pass Friday

WEST DALHOUSIE — Firefighting officials in Nova Scotia are keeping a wary eye on Hurricane Erin, which is expected to pass well offshore but bring strong wind gusts to parts of the province on Friday. In a briefing on Thursday, officials said there were three wildfires burning in the province, one of which remained out […]

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3 w. ago Canada Jellystone Park Locations Pack Late Summer and Fall Weekends With Special Activities and Halloween Fun

Costume and campsite decorating contests, trick-or-treating with Yogi Bear, wagon rides start before Labour Day Editor’s Note: A limited number of complimentary and discounted stays are available to qualified journalists, influencers and content creators. Visit request form here: SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For some campgrounds, summer is the busiest time […]

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