Parks Canada unveils new exhibit recognizing Canada’s First National Internment Operations in Yoho National Park.

June 21, 2019                           Field, B.C.                                Parks Canada

Parks Canada will take part in an unveiling ceremony for a new exhibit recognizing Canada’s First World War Internment Operations that took place in Yoho National Park.

From 1914-1920, over 8,000 men, women and children were interned under Canada’s War Measures Act. Parks Canada’s new exhibit recognizes the lasting impact of Canada’s First National Internment Operations including Camp Otter which was located in Yoho National Park.

Please note that this advisory is subject to change without notice.

The details are as follows:

Date:                June 22, 2019

Time:               Ceremony starts at 1:00 p.m. MDT

                        Media is asked to arrive by 12:45 p.m. MDT

Location:       Natural Bridge
                        Emerald Lake Road
                       Yoho National Park, B.C.

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