Everything about Parks Canada totally explained
Parks Canada (now also known as the Parks Canada Agency) is a
Government of Canada agency that's mandated to protect and present nationally significant examples of Canada's
natural and
cultural heritage and foster public understanding, appreciation and enjoyment in ways that ensure their
ecological and
commemorative integrity for present and future generations. Parks Canada manages 36
National Parks, seven
National Park Reserves, two National
Marine Conservation Areas, one
National Landmark, and 158
National Historic Sites.
History
Parks Canada was established in 1911 as the Dominion Parks Branch under the Department of the Interior, becoming the world's first national park service. Since then it has been formerly known as the National Parks Branch, and the Canadian Parks Service. Parks Canada activities are regulated under the provisions of the
Canada National Parks Act, which was enacted in 1930, and amended in 2000.
Organization
Also known as the Parks Canada Agency since its establishment as a separate service agency in 1998, Parks Canada now falls under the responsibility of
Environment Canada. Before 2003, Parks Canada (under this and various names) fell under the jurisdiction of the
Department of Canadian Heritage, where it was since 1994. From 1979 to 1994, Parks Canada was part of the Department of Environment, and before it was part of the Department of Indian and Northern Affairs (1966 to 1978), and the Department of the Interior. With the organizational shifts and political leadership in Canada, the priorities of Parks Canada have shifted over the years more towards
conservation and away from development. As of 2004, the annual budget for Parks Canada is approximately $500 million, and the agency has 4,000 employees.
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