The Ontario government has expanded free day-use access to provincial parks for Veterans and active members of the Canadian Armed Forces, who reside in Ontario.
Starting today (July 20), Veterans and active service members can visit any of the province’s Ontario Parks for free seven days a week, including long weekends and statutory holidays.
Veterans and active members of the Canadian Armed Forces can access free day-use entry to more than 340 Ontario Parks across the province by reserving in advance through the Ontario Parks Reservation Service or by presenting valid Canadian Armed Forces identification — such as a Veteran’s Service Card, Canadian Forces Identification Card, Record of Service Card or Temporary National Defence Identification Card — and proof of Ontario residency with photo identification upon arrival.
Free entry also extends to friends and loved ones accompanying a service member or veteran in the same vehicle.
There is no limit on how often eligible Veterans and active Canadian Armed Forces members visit a park using free day-use entry. However, advance reservations are recommended during busy periods.
Written by Ian McCallum
