Cultures and history evolve over time, while earth and sky connect us all.
Culture and history
Working with Indigenous partners and communities to protect special places and share their stories. Persons, places and events that illustrate defining moments in Canada’s history. Discover how Parks Canada protects heritage through the conservation of buildings, artifacts, and federal properties. Meet experts from across the country, and explore the sites, stories and artifacts that bring history to life. Sharing our outstanding natural and cultural heritage with the world. Search through a complete list of federal heritage designations. A culinary journey through Canada’s history. Over 60 recipes submitted by Parks Canada staff.
Indigenous connections
Historic designations
Heritage conservation
ReCollections: A Parks Canada Podcast
World Heritage sites in Canada
Directory of Federal Heritage Designations
Heritage gourmet
This week in history: See what this week's topic is
Short stories about people, places and events that have shaped history. Check back weekly.
Review of national historic designations
Some historic designations include dated or insensitive content that does not reflect what is known or important to say about the country's history today. Parks Canada and the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada are reviewing select designations and plaque texts.
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