Provincial historic sites jump on board with Canada Strong Pass for 2026 Summer season

Jun 20, 2026 | 10:07 AM

A popular national program, with roots linked to the pandemic is, once again, expanding to include some of Alberta’s best tourist attractions.

“Alberta’s museums and historic sites bring history to life and through the Canada Strong Pass, our government is making it easier than ever for families and young people to explore our heritage,” said the province’s Tourism and Sport minister Andrew Boitchenko.

Through its participation in the Canada Strong Pass, Alberta’s government is once again helping families, youth and visitors enjoy summer experiences at a reasonable price with free and discounted admission to all provincial museums and historic sites, stated a media release Friday.

Under the inititative, general admission to museums and historic sites will be free for children and teens aged 17 and under, and half-price for young adults aged 18 to 24.

“We’re pleased to take part in the Canada Strong Pass again this year, welcoming more families and young people to the Royal Alberta Museum,” said the museum’s excutive director Meaghan Patterson, describing it as an opportunity to explore Alberta’s rich and diverse stories.

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“Museums allow us to discover what brings us together: our history, our creativity, our perspectives and the stories that shape Canada,” said Marc Miller, the national Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture, speaking on behalf of the federal government.

Four well-visited attractions in Southern Alberta are among those on the list: the Remington Carriage Museum in Cardston, the Frank Slide Interpretive Centre in Crowsnest Pass, Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump near Fort Macleod, and Waterton Lakes National Park.

Full details on Alberta historic sites involved in the program can be found here.

by Dave Lueneberg

Provincial historic sites jump on board with Canada Strong Pass for 2026 Summer season

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