Soichi Okano couldn’t believe what he was seeing when he went to the sockeye salmon run at the Adams River 24 years ago. Walking beside the turbulent water, the aspiring photographer from Japan tingled with excitement as he watched thousands of crimson-red salmon return home to spawn. That moment has prompted the 51-year-old to return …
Enjoying a sunny day on a sandy beach, paddleboarding on a pristine lake with friends, and exploring the mountains in B.C.’s provincial parks are something Debra McDonald never thought she’d do again once she got her wheelchair. Diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in 1997, it took 13 years before the outdoor enthusiast from Revelstoke wound …
Did you know the benefits of outdoor play for children are dramatic and long lasting? Studies have shown that access to nature improves brain activity, increases self-confidence and self-esteem, and promotes physical activity and skill building—all crucial components of early childhood development This is just one of the reasons why BC Parks has partnered with …
BC Parks is excited to be partnering once again with the Vancouver Aquarium as a conservation supporter of the WWF’s Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup! Since 1994, over 700,000 participants from coast to coast have removed nearly 1.2 million kilos of garbage from Canada’s shorelines. The Shoreline Cleanup is recognized as one of the largest direct action conservation programs in …
When Brian Moorhead retired from his job as an engineering technologist at the University of British Columbia in 2002, he spent the first year enjoying every minute of retirement. An avid mountain climber with a love for the outdoors, eventually the 78-year-old realized there’s only so much fishing he can do and so many days …
Have you heard of Parks Day? This annual event is celebrated on the third Saturday of July in every province and territory across Canada. Thousands of people come together to participate in fun, educational, family-oriented events that highlight the important role parks play in maintaining healthy, resilient ecosystems and communities. Join us for Parks Day …
On June 16, BC Parks unveiled the first playground with universally accessible features in Northern B.C. at Purden Lake Provincial Park. To celebrate, kids and adults were invited to come explore, play, and discover what “universally accessible” means. As a new employee to BC Parks, I was elated to hear how committed to persons of all …
BC Parks has a long and storied history: the first provincial park (Strathcona) was officially designated a park in 1911, and since then this number has grown to over 1,000 parks and protected areas. As such, we happen to be big fans of birthday celebrations here at BC Parks. And, today we’re celebrating the 100th …
BC Parks is excited to be partnering once again with the Vancouver Aquarium as a conservation supporter of the WWF’s Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup! Since 1994, over 700,000 participants from coast to coast have removed nearly 1.2 million kilos of garbage from Canada’s shorelines. 2017 marks the sixth year BC parks has supported this conservation …
Every year BC Parks selects recipients for annual achievement awards, recognizing people and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to our provincial parks and protected areas. Volunteers were up for nomination in the following four categories: Individual Volunteer Group Volunteer Legacy Community Partners The following individuals and community partners have worked tirelessly, donating their time …