Government of Canada invests in Elk Island National Park
News Release
Infrastructure funding will improve trails, roads and facilities.
July 13th, 2016 Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta Parks Canada Agency
Canada’s national parks belong to all Canadians. They represent the very best that Canada has to offer and tell the stories of who we are, including the history, cultures and contributions of Indigenous Peoples.
Today, Randy Boissonnault, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Heritage and Member of Parliament for Edmonton Center, on behalf of the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, Catherine McKenna, announced infrastructure investments of more than $24 million for Elk Island National Park.
Investments in visitor areas such as the Astotin Lake campground, trails, day use area, and the Elk Island National Park Visitor Centre will continue to provide safe access and improve the visitor experience at these unique Parks Canada sites, allowing more Canadians to experience the outdoors.
Investments in preservation, rehabilitation, and restoration of our parks and national historic sites will protect our heritage and strengthen their appeal as destinations to celebrate our nation's achievements.
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“The Government of Canada is committed to protecting and preserving national treasures which reflect the rich and varied heritage of our nation and provide an opportunity for Canadians to learn more about our country’s history. These investments will ensure safe, high-quality visitor experiences, help improve the quality of life of our middle class and grow the local economies in the capital region of Alberta.”
Randy Boissonnault,
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Heritage and Member of Parliament for Edmonton Center
Quick Facts
- Elk Island is home to North America’s largest (wood bison) and smallest (pygmy shrew) land mammals.
- Elk Island features over 80 km of trails and 11 self-guided routes that vary in length from a 150m leisurely stroll across the Living Waters Boardwalk to the scenic 18.6 km Wood Bison Trail.
- Parks Canada is investing an unprecedented $3 billion dollars over 5 years to support infrastructure work to heritage, visitor, waterway and highway assets located within national parks and historic sites across Canada.
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Backgrounder: 2016 Elk Island National Park Infrastructure Investments
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Office of the Minister of Environment and Climate Change
819-938-9436
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