Free Lockage this Summer on Seven Canals
July 1, 2025
As part of the Canada Strong Pass initiative, the Government of Canada is offering free admission to national parks, national historic sites, and national marine conservation areas operated by Parks Canada. This also includes free lockage at the seven canals administered by Parks Canada on historic waterways (mooring fees still apply).
Discovery Passes that have already been purchased and are valid in June, July or August 2025 will be automatically extended for 3 months to compensate for the free admission period. Visitors will be encouraged to enjoy Parks Canada places throughout the validity of their pass. No action is required to extend Discovery Passes.
To learn more about the program, please visit parks.canada.ca/admission-camping, which will serve as the central source for information and ongoing updates.
The seven canals are:
Ontario
Rideau Canal National Historic Site
Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site
Quebec
Carillon Canal National Historic Site
Chambly Canal National Historic Site
Lachine Canal National Historic Site
Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue National Historic Site
St-Ours Canal National Historic Site
More information on these canals and waterways can be found here: https://parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/canaux-canals
