Access to NCC lands

Most Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) conservation properties are closed to public access for the time being due to the impact of COVID-19.

We know nature is important in our lives and good for our health and well-being, especially in stressful times. It was a difficult decision, but the health and safety of our staff and our supporters was our first priority.

Together, we are doing our part to stop the spread of COVID-19 in our communities.
 
As some jurisdictions begin to ease restrictions, NCC will follow the advice of provincial authorities and begin to re-open our conservation areas and trails. This will be a gradual process and will happen region by region.
 
For an upate on the status of regional property access, please consult the list below. We encourage you to check our website regularly for updates.
 
In the meantime, please enjoy nature virtually via our website.
 
We also remind you that you that when visiting NCC properties you are responsible for your own health and safety. Please respect physical distancing guidelines at all times.
 
For any inquiries, please call: 1.877.231.3552. For property-specific inquiries, please consult our regional contact page.

Regional property access (updated weekly)

British Columbia

All properties in British Columbia are now open to public access. Please practice safe physical distancing when on our properties and trails.

Alberta

All properties in Alberta remain closed to public access until further notice.

Saskatchewan

All Saskatchewan properties are now open to public access. Please practice safe physical distancing when on our properties and trails.

Manitoba

All Manitoba properties remain closed to public access, except:

• Agassiz Interpretive Trail
• Elk Glen
• Ralph Wang Trail
• The Forks Prairie Garden
• The Weston Family Tallgrass Prairie Interpretive Centre

For access to all other Manitoba properties, please contact the regional office.

Ontario

The majority of properties in Ontario are now open to public access. Some properties remain closed, as they contain hazards. All properties on the Saugeen Bruce Peninsula are currently closed, and are tentatively scheduled to open June 1. We ask that you respect property closure signs until all properties can be safely reopened. Please practice safe physical distancing when on our properties and trails.

Quebec

All properties in Quebec are now open to public access. Please practice safe physical distancing when on our properties and trails.

New Brunswick

All properties in New Brunswick are now open to public access. Please practice safe physical distancing when on our properties and trails.

PEI

All properties in PEI are now open to public access. Please practice safe physical distancing when on our properties and trails.

Nova Scotia

All properties in Nova Scotia are now open to public access. Please practice safe physical distancing when on our properties and trails.

Newfoundland and Labrador 

All properties in Newfoundland and Labrador are now open to public access. Please practice safe physical distancing when on our properties and trails.