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Free national parks will be part of Canada’s 150th birthday
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Edmonton,Alberta / iNews880
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The Liberals’ first federal budget was released earlier this week, and in it $570-million dollars was allocated for Canada’s tourism sector.+ p. k) d, d. i
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“$83.3-million, in terms of free admission for national parks, so that of course will apply here in Banff and Jasper as an example. It also looks like there’s an investment of about $66-million for new biking and walking trail within Jasper National Park.”
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“In terms of taking advantage of what’s here, we have made adjustments and improvements to the Canada website, from Travel Alberta. That’s going to show a number of itineraries and road trips throughout the province. Those are great suggestions for Albertans or other Canadians who decide to take a staycation, and want to see something new and different.”
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In 2017 all national parks in Canada will be free, to celebrate our nation’s 150th birthday.5 z7 R$ z' z' M7 K5 K$ m1 K9 L2 U
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Chwin says the budget included 20 million dollars in investment for historic sites.9 Y, R9 `+ q V* r
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VIA Rail will also get 34 million dollars for maintenance and upgrades. |
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