All provincial parks to close immediately amid COVID-19 risk
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VICTORIA — With a long weekend around the corner and the risk of COVID-19 still heightened, the province is immediately closing all provincial parks.
According to a release from the provincial government, the closures are in response to federal and provincial directives that people should stay close to home to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission.
“Because physical distancing works, it is critical that we take every action needed to restrict the spread of COVID-19. This applies to British Columbians and out-of-province visitors who were planning to visit or stay at our provincial parks. The message is clear: stay home, avoid travel, do not put yourself or others at risk,” said George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy.
“I understand and share the love people in British Columbia have for the outdoors and the connection between health and proximity to nature. We tried to provide safe space for people to get some exercise and fresh air in our beautiful parks. But it has proven too challenging to maintain safe distance between visitors. This action is difficult but necessary. We look forward to the day we can welcome people back to our wonderful parks.”
