Join Parks Canada at HMCS Haida’s opening and save big off seasonal passes!
May 14, 2015 – Hamilton, Ontario – Parks Canada
David Sweet, Member of Parliament for Ancaster-Dundas-Flamborough-Westdale, on behalf of the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of the Environment and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, today highlighted an exciting visitor season ahead at HMCS Haida National Historic Site.
If you’ve ever wondered how sailors slung hammocks, the significance of a bell on naval ships, or how life was aboard a Tribal Class destroyer during the Second World War, then quench your curiosity by visiting HMCS Haida this season.
HMCS Haida opens to the general public on Saturday, May 16 and will feature numerous special events throughout the season, such as commemorating the 71st anniversary of D-Day, Commissioning Day, and celebrating Canada Day. From May 16 through June 7 take advantage of 25% off seasonal passes. These can be purchased directly on the ship during regular business hours.
Jonathan Lefebvre
Office of the Minister of the Environment
819-997-1441
Elizabeth LeBlanc
Public Relations & Communications Officer
Southwestern Ontario Field Unit, Parks Canada
905-651-4507
Elizabeth.LeBlanc@pc.gc.ca
An interpreter tours visitors in the Captain’s Day Cabin aboard HMCS Haida
A costumed interpreter in the Galley aboard HMCS Haida
