Canada Strong Pass expands to save you money at even more museums and galleries
Children and young adults can get free or discounted entry at dozens of attractions across the country
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Children and young adults will be able to visit many more museums and galleries for free or at a discounted rate this summer — thanks to the Canada Strong Pass.
On Thursday, the Government of Canada announced that 86 provincial and territorial museums, galleries and botanical gardens will now be participating in the program.
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These institutions will offer free admission for children aged 17 and under and 50 per cent off admission fees for youth aged 18 to 24. The Art Gallery of Ontario and Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, Royal B.C. Museum in Victoria and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic in Halifax are just a few of the latest additions.
The same discounts apply for national museums as well.
The Canada Strong Pass was first launched on June 20 and also provides free admission for all visitors to national parks, historic sites and marine conservation areas across the country until Sept. 2.
In addition, the pass includes a 25 per cent discount on camping fees at Parks Canada sites. Via Rail tickets are also free for kids 17 and under, when accompanied by an adult, and 25 per cent cheaper for young adults between the ages of 18 and 24.
“It has been about a month since Canadian families began exploring our country with the Canada Strong Pass. I welcome the enthusiastic response of provincial and territorial governments in joining this initiative at a time we need to be united and strong,” Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture Steven Guilbeault said in a news release.
“Museums are where stories are told, art is preserved, and traditions live on. They help shape our understanding of history and culture. I invite all Canadians to choose Canada this summer and enjoy the benefits of the Pass until Sept. 2,” he continued.
The best part of the Canada Strong Pass is you don’t need to do anything. There’s no physical pass to buy or complicated registration hurdles. Just show up at select attractions and enjoy the benefits. The Pass is open to everyone in Canada – whether you’re born here or just visiting.
Visit Canada Strong Pass for more information and a list of participating museums and galleries.
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