The Victoria Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer and the opening of camping season in the province. Provincial parks open this weekend: day-use and overnight camping sites open on Friday, with the rest following on June 5th. Provincial parks attract more than a million visitors annually, with campers increasing each year. The 2026-27 provincial budget includes $9.5 million for improving campsites, updating washrooms and upgrading roads, parking lots and trails. Visitors will see improved amenities and services at parks, including Blomidon, Dollar Lake and Martinique Beach.
Salvation Army asking for gift card donations for victims of Bridgewater fire
