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Canadian National Parks
System currently includes 41 national parks and national park reserves located in every province and territory and encompassing 2% of the nation's land mass.

Canadian Heritage Rivers

Established by federal, provincial and territorial governments to conserve and protect the best examples of Canada’s river heritage. 

Canadian Marine Conservation Areas
A national system of marine protected areas representing the full range of marine ecosystems found in Canada's Atlantic, Arctic and Pacific oceans, and the Great Lakes.

Canadian National Historic Sites
Responsible for Canada's program of historical commemoration, which recognizes nationally significant places, persons and events. Of the 849 national historic sites, Parks Canada administers 145 across Canada, and has contributed to an additional 71 through cost-sharing agreements. 

Canadian Park Passes
Information on seasonal and annual entrance passes to Canadian national parks and historic sites. 

Canadian Provincial Parks
Areas that protect significant, representative natural and cultural resources within each province.

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