Pinery Provincial Park entrance in Grand Bend. August 7, 2018. (Photo by Colin Gowdy, BlackburnNews)Pinery Provincial Park entrance in Grand Bend. August 7, 2018. (Photo by Colin Gowdy, BlackburnNews)
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Veterans given free access to provincial parks

The provincial government is honouring veterans and active service members with free weekday day-use at all provincial parks.

Veterans and active service members can present their valid Canadian Armed Forces identification and proof of Ontario residency to gain access to the parks.

“As we approach Remembrance Day, we remember the courage and dedication of the Canadian men and women who fought valiantly over the years and continue to defend our freedom, rights and democracy," said Andrea Khanjin, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks.

Free weekday access will be available year-round.

"I extend my deepest appreciation to our veterans and the Canadian Armed Forces for their dedication and service to our country. May this Remembrance Week be a time of reflection, appreciation, and unity of how fortunate we are to live in a province like Ontario and a country like Canada.”

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