A Special Event within the Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport is defined as any activity outside of a provincial park's ordinary routine. Examples of a Special Event may include weddings, family reunions, community events, or sporting events.
What is required to host a Special Event?
- Download, complete and submit a Special Event Policy and Application. (note: application must be downloaded to your computer to be filled in and submitted)
- Receive agreement and/or permit for approved event.
- Pay applicable special event fees directly with the park where the special event will be hosted.
- Abide by all conditions agreed upon.
All Special Events will require a complete and approved Special Event or Vendor permit if you answer yes to two or more of the questions below:
- Will the event require partial or exclusive closures to in-park locations and/or amenities such as roads, trails, waterways, day-use areas, etc.?
- Will there be a registration fee charged to participants?
- Will merchandise be sold to the public?
- Will banners and signage be used to promote the event?
- Will food be provided for participants?
- Will you promote this event on social media, and/or will the media be present at the event?
- Will the event require infrastructure such as tents, speakers, generators, portable toilets, or park-owned equipment such as tables or chairs?
- Will you require park staff assistance (e.g., trail grooming, garbage removal, etc.)?
- Will alcohol be served at the event?
- Does the activity fall into any of the following categories: athletic event, car show, concert, cultural event, family event, film production, fireworks show, fishing derby, or wedding?