Parks Canada
Results and programs. GC InfoBase reports 30 programs of this department, in its Departmental Plans or its actual spending; 19 are current (in the latest plan or, for a program in no plan, with actual spending in the latest year).
- Actual spending, 2024-25
- $1.37B
- Planned, 2025-26 (latest plan)
- $1.27B
- Core responsibilities with indicators
- 1
Spending and employees
Totals of the department's programs: actual spending where reported, then the latest plan.
Spending
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| Fiscal year | Planned | Actual |
|---|---|---|
| 2010-11 | — | $886M |
| 2011-12 | — | $678M |
| 2012-13 | — | $631M |
| 2013-14 | — | $691M |
| 2014-15 | — | $722M |
| 2015-16 | — | $1.04B |
| 2016-17 | — | $1.19B |
| 2017-18 | — | $1.32B |
| 2018-19 | — | $1.46B |
| 2019-20 | — | $1.48B |
| 2020-21 | — | $1.31B |
| 2021-22 | — | $1.16B |
| 2022-23 | — | $1.16B |
| 2023-24 | — | $1.45B |
| 2024-25 | — | $1.37B |
| 2025-26 | $1.27B* | — |
| 2026-27 | $2.32B* | — |
| 2027-28 | $1.76B* | — |
| 2028-29 | $809M* | — |
Employees (FTEs)
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| Fiscal year | Planned | Actual |
|---|---|---|
| 2011-12 | — | 4,590 |
| 2012-13 | — | 3,924 |
| 2013-14 | — | 3,939 |
| 2014-15 | — | 4,224 |
| 2015-16 | — | 4,643 |
| 2016-17 | — | 5,014 |
| 2017-18 | — | 5,582 |
| 2018-19 | — | 5,566 |
| 2019-20 | — | 5,591 |
| 2020-21 | — | 5,383 |
| 2021-22 | — | 5,856 |
| 2022-23 | — | 5,901 |
| 2023-24 | — | 6,138 |
| 2024-25 | — | 6,097 |
| 2025-26 | 6,030* | — |
| 2026-27 | 10,108* | — |
| 2027-28 | 9,534* | — |
| 2028-29 | 4,800* | — |
Results at a glance
How many indicators met their target each year, as reported in the Departmental Results Reports. Source: GC InfoBase.
Core responsibility indicators
| Report year | Met | Not met | No result reported | Not yet due | Share met (of met and not met) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-19 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 33% |
| 2019-20 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 14% |
| 2020-21 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 20% |
| 2021-22 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 57% |
| 2022-23 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 71% |
| 2023-24 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 80% |
| 2024-25 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 29% |
Program indicators
| Report year | Met | Not met | No result reported | Not yet due | Share met (of met and not met) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-19 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 100% |
| 2019-20 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 80% |
| 2020-21 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 67% |
| 2021-22 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 100% |
| 2022-23 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 100% |
| 2023-24 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 100% |
| 2024-25 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 83% |
Results by core responsibility
Protecting and Presenting Canada's Natural and Cultural Heritage (40 indicators)
Historical: targets against results
Number of cultural heritage places managed cooperatively with Indigenous peoples
2023-24Target: ≥ 6 (2024)Result: 8Met
Number of natural heritage places managed cooperatively with Indigenous peoples
2023-24Target: ≥ 27 (2024)Result: 23Not met
Percentage of cultural built assets in good or fair condition
2024-25Target: ≥ 62 (2025)Result: 56Not met
Number of places, people, and events of importance to Canadians that are formally recognized
2024-25Target: ≥ 3,955 (2025)Result: 3,965Met
Number of visitors experiencing Parks Canada places
2024-25Target: ≥ 23,700,000 (2025)Result: 23,200,000Not met
Percentage of Canadians that support the protection and presentation of Parks Canada places
2024-25Target: ≥ 78% (2025)Result: 92%Met
Percentage of contemporary assets in good or fair condition
2024-25Target: ≥ 79% (2025)Result: 73%Not met
Percentage of marine regions represented in the national marine conservation area system
2024-25Target: ≥ 31% (2025)Result: 21%Not met
Percentage of national park ecosystems where ecological integrity is maintained or improved
2018-19Target: ≥ 90% (2019)Result: 82%Not met
Percentage of terrestrial regions represented in the national park system
2024-25Target: ≥ 82% (2025)Result: 79%Not met
Contribute to the 2020 Biodiversity Goals and Targets for Canada (Target 1 - Marine) : percentage of marine regions represented in the national marine conservation area system
2019-20Target: ≥ 31% (2020)Result: 17%Not met
Contribute to the 2020 Biodiversity Goals and Targets for Canada (Target 1 - Terrestrial): percentage of terrestrial regions represented in the national park system
2019-20Target: ≥ 84% (2020)Result: 77%Not met
Maintain or increase the number of people that connect with nature at Parks Canada places
2019-20Target: ≥ 24,700,000 (2020)Result: 24,900,000Met
Number of heritage places managed in a way consistent with the Government’s commitment to the nation-to-nation, Inuit to Crown relationships
2019-20Target: 23 – 25 (2020)Result: 20Not met
Percentage of contemporary infrastructure that facilitates visitor access and/ or use of Parks Canada places in poor condition that have improved
2019-20Target: ≥ 60% (2020)Result: 53%Not met
Percentage of heritage structures in poor condition that have improved
2019-20Target: ≥ 60% (2020)Result: 45%Not met
Percentage of visitors to Parks Canada places that are new Canadians and young adults
2019-20Target: ≥ 14% (2020)Result: —No result reported
Current: the 2026-27 plan's targets
Gross domestic product impact from Parks Canada operations
2026-27Target: ≥ $900M (2026)Result: —Planned
Gross domestic product impact from Parks Canada’s visitors
2026-27Target: ≥ $3.5B (2026)Result: —Planned
Number of cultural heritage places managed cooperatively with Indigenous peoples
2026-27Target: ≥ 15 (2027)Result: —Planned
Number of Indigenous Guardian and equivalent programs operating
2026-27Target: ≥ 35 (2027)Result: —Planned
Number of natural heritage places managed cooperatively with Indigenous peoples
2026-27Target: ≥ 27 (2027)Result: —Planned
Percentage of visitors that are satisfied with their visit
2026-27Target: ≥ 90% (2027)Result: —Planned
Percentage of visitors that are satisfied with their visit
2026-27Target: ≥ 90% (2027)Result: —Planned
Future goals: targets due after 2026-27
Number of people engaged at Parks Canada places
2026-27Target: TBD (DP 2027-28) (2028)Result: —Planned
Parks Canada contribution to the percentage of Canada’s marine area conserved
2026-27Target: ≥ 6% (2030)Result: —Planned
Parks Canada’s contribution to quality of life of communities near protected heritage areas
2026-27Target: TBD (DP 2028-29) (2029)Result: —Planned
Parks Canada’s contribution to the percentage of Canada’s terrestrial (land and freshwater) area conserved
2026-27Target: ≥ 6% (2030)Result: —Planned
Percentage of Canadians that have positive sentiments towards the protection and presentation of natural and cultural heritage
2026-27Target: TBD (DP 2028-29) (2029)Result: —Planned
Percentage of Canadians who recognize the value of ecosystem services from conserved areas
2026-27Target: TBD (DP 2028-29) (2029)Result: —Planned
Percentage of Canadians who report their visit increased their sense of pride in Canada
2026-27Target: TBD (DP 2028-29) (2029)Result: —Planned
Percentage of cultural built assets in good or fair condition
2026-27Target: TBD (DP 2027-28) (2028)Result: —Planned
Percentage of ecosystems in good or fair condition
2026-27Target: ≥ 92% (2030)Result: —Planned
Percentage of highways, water-level management and utilities infrastructure in good or fair condition
2026-27Target: TBD (DP 2027-28) (2028)Result: —Planned
Percentage of National Historic Sites where Canada's diverse historical narratives are presented
2026-27Target: TBD (DP 2028-29) (2029)Result: —Planned
Percentage of National Historic Sites where Indigenous history narratives are presented
2026-27Target: TBD (DP 2028-29) (2029)Result: —Planned
Percentage of new and reviewed designations of national historic significance that present the story of Canada through multiple perspectives
2026-27Target: ≥ 65% (2030)Result: —Planned
Percentage of places that have co-developed Indigenous Stewardship plans
2026-27Target: ≥ 25% (2030)Result: —Planned
Rate of serious incidents in national historic sites and historic canals
2026-27Target: TBD (DP 2027-28) (2028)Result: —Planned
Rate of serious incidents in national, marine, and urban parks
2026-27Target: TBD (DP 2027-28) (2028)Result: —Planned
Internal Services (0 indicators)
No indicators reported for this core responsibility.
Programs
| Program | Core responsibility | Status | Latest plan, first year | Last actual | Indicators |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor Experience and Services (National, Marine, and Urban Parks) · BGW14 | Protecting and Presenting Canada's Natural and Cultural Heritage | New since an earlier plan | $381M 2026-27 | — | 3 |
| Access Routes, Infrastructure, and Community Services · BGW06 | Protecting and Presenting Canada's Natural and Cultural Heritage | New since an earlier plan | $289M 2026-27 | — | 3 |
| Visitor Experience and Services (National Historic Sites and Canals) · BGW13 | Protecting and Presenting Canada's Natural and Cultural Heritage | New since an earlier plan | $148M 2026-27 | — | 3 |
| Nature Conservation · BGW09 | Protecting and Presenting Canada's Natural and Cultural Heritage | New since an earlier plan | $108M 2026-27 | — | 1 |
| Public Understanding and Appreciation · BGW12 | Protecting and Presenting Canada's Natural and Cultural Heritage | New since an earlier plan | $71.3M 2026-27 | — | 1 |
| Emergency and Wildland Fire Management · BGW08 | Protecting and Presenting Canada's Natural and Cultural Heritage | New since an earlier plan | $60.2M 2026-27 | — | 2 |
| Cultural Heritage · BGW07 | Protecting and Presenting Canada's Natural and Cultural Heritage | New since an earlier plan | $43.5M 2026-27 | — | 1 |
| Human Resources Management Services · ISS04 | Internal Services | New since an earlier plan | $41.5M 2026-27 | $45.3M 2024-25 | 0 |
| Real Property Management Services · ISS08 | Internal Services | New since an earlier plan | $25.4M 2026-27 | $12.3M 2024-25 | 0 |
| Financial Management Services · ISS05 | Internal Services | New since an earlier plan | $24.5M 2026-27 | $28M 2024-25 | 0 |
| Management and Oversight Services · ISS01 | Internal Services | New since an earlier plan | $24M 2026-27 | $52.5M 2024-25 | 0 |
| Information Technology Services · ISS07 | Internal Services | New since an earlier plan | $23.9M 2026-27 | $15.7M 2024-25 | 0 |
| Operations Management · BGW10 | Protecting and Presenting Canada's Natural and Cultural Heritage | New since an earlier plan | $16.8M 2026-27 | — | 3 |
| Protected Areas Establishment · BGW11 | Protecting and Presenting Canada's Natural and Cultural Heritage | New since an earlier plan | $13.9M 2026-27 | — | 3 |
| Information Management Services · ISS06 | Internal Services | New since an earlier plan | $7.3M 2026-27 | $6.7M 2024-25 | 0 |
| Acquisition Management Services · ISS0Z | Internal Services | New since an earlier plan | $6.4M 2026-27 | $6.6M 2024-25 | 0 |
| Communications Services · ISS02 | Internal Services | New since an earlier plan | $4.7M 2026-27 | $5.4M 2024-25 | 0 |
| Legal Services · ISS03 | Internal Services | New since an earlier plan | $4M 2026-27 | $3.7M 2024-25 | 0 |
| Materiel Management Services · ISS09 | Internal Services | New since an earlier plan | $553K 2026-27 | $182K 2024-25 | 0 |
| Visitor Experience · AHA00 | Canadians have a strong sense of connection to their national parks, national historic sites, heritage canals, and national marine conservation areas and these protected places are experienced in ways that leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of present and future generations. | Not in a Departmental Plan | — | $499M 2017-18 | 0 |
| Visitor Experience · BGW04 | Protecting and Presenting Canada's Natural and Cultural Heritage | Appeared and later dropped | $395M 2025-26 | $463M 2024-25 | 1 |
| Heritage Canals, Highways and Townsites Management · AHC00 | Canadians have a strong sense of connection to their national parks, national historic sites, heritage canals, and national marine conservation areas and these protected places are experienced in ways that leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of present and future generations. | Not in a Departmental Plan | — | $351M 2017-18 | 0 |
| Heritage Places Conservation · BGW02 | Protecting and Presenting Canada's Natural and Cultural Heritage | Appeared and later dropped | $290M 2025-26 | $402M 2024-25 | 1 |
| Heritage Canals, Highways and Townsites Management · BGW05 | Protecting and Presenting Canada's Natural and Cultural Heritage | Appeared and later dropped | $286M 2025-26 | $137M 2024-25 | 2 |
| Heritage Places Conservation · AGV00 | Canadians have a strong sense of connection to their national parks, national historic sites, heritage canals, and national marine conservation areas and these protected places are experienced in ways that leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of present and future generations. | Not in a Departmental Plan | — | $235M 2017-18 | 0 |
| Internal Services · ISC00 | Internal Services | Not in a Departmental Plan | — | $172M 2017-18 | 0 |
| Heritage Places Promotion and Public Support · BGW03 | Protecting and Presenting Canada's Natural and Cultural Heritage | Appeared and later dropped | $82.8M 2025-26 | $108M 2024-25 | 2 |
| Heritage Places Establishment · BGW01 | Protecting and Presenting Canada's Natural and Cultural Heritage | Appeared and later dropped | $58.2M 2025-26 | $82.1M 2024-25 | 2 |
| Heritage Places Promotion and Public Support · AGZ00 | Canadians have a strong sense of connection to their national parks, national historic sites, heritage canals, and national marine conservation areas and these protected places are experienced in ways that leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of present and future generations. | Not in a Departmental Plan | — | $47.5M 2017-18 | 0 |
| Heritage Places Establishment · AGW00 | Canadians have a strong sense of connection to their national parks, national historic sites, heritage canals, and national marine conservation areas and these protected places are experienced in ways that leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of present and future generations. | Not in a Departmental Plan | — | $11.7M 2017-18 | 0 |
