ȽÁU,WELṈEW̱/John Dean Park is in the Saanichton Peninsula on southern Vancouver Island. The park is beside the community of North Saanich and provides recreation and naturalist opportunities for both residents …
BC Parks is pleased to announce we are now accepting applications for the 2025/26 Community Park Enhancement Fund (Community PEF). This funding supports community-led conservation and recreation projects in BC …
After each day-use pass season, we look at the data to help us make decisions on how we can make improvements. We are taking continued steps toward aligning day-use pass …
As BC Parks and protected areas cover approximately 14.7% of the province’s land base, what role do we play in helping prevent wildfires? For decades, BC Parks has been working …
To celebrate the UN’s International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation, we’re highlighting Karl Ricker, a member and volunteer of the Whistler Naturalists. Karl has measured the shrinking Wedgemount Glacier in Garibaldi …
International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the achievements of women. We are thrilled so many incredible women bring their unique perspectives and passion to BC Parks! We interviewed …
Curious about visitor use data at BC Parks? Look no further. We strive to be effective stewards of parks and protected areas while making them more enjoyable and inclusive for …
Over the past few years, BC Parks has seen an increase in extreme weather events that have significantly impacted several parks. The atmospheric river in fall 2021 left long-lasting impacts …
We are pleased to announce the Community Park Enhancement Fund (PEF) partners and funding for this year. Across the province, $385,508 has been allocated for 104 community-led BC Parks projects …
In today’s digital age, BC Parks’ online presence is essential in bridging the gap between people and nature. Whether planning a weekend hike or a family picnic, the first stop …