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18 Dec

2025 Summer Jobs for Students Available – Apply Now!

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02 Oct

Explore the Best Fall Colours in Eastern Ontario

Discover Scenic Drives, Golf, Camping, and Pumpkin Displays with the St. Lawrence Parks Commission Eastern Ontario – As the vibrant hues of autumn emerge, Eastern Ontario becomes the perfect fall destination for families, nature lovers, and adventure seekers. The St. Lawrence Parks Commission invites visitors to enjoy the stunning fall colours and activities, perfect for a weekend getaway or day trip. Here are the top fall experiences to enjoy: Colourful Autmn Escapes: Head to the parks of the St. Lawrence for a stunning display of fall colours. Farren Park Beach…

17 Sep

We are closed for 2024

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03 Sep

Don’t Lose That Summer Feeling…

Extend Your Summer Fun This Fall in Eastern Ontario with St. Lawrence Parks Commission Attractions Eastern Ontario – Summer may be winding down, but that doesn’t mean the end of cultural and recreational experiences or family fun in Eastern Ontario. Upper Canada Village, Fort Henry, and Kingston Pen Tours have all been ranked in the top 10% of attractions worldwide, making them must-visit destinations this season. St. Lawrence Parks Commission (SLPC) properties remain open after Labour Day with modified hours and programming: Upper Canada Village Open daily for regular programming…

27 Jun

HIRING Student positions at Ivy Lea and Brown’s Bay Campground

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26 Jun

Swim or Picnic Any Day of the Week

Parks of the St. Lawrence Beaches and Parks Now Open Daily! With true summer now upon us, Parks of the St. Lawrence is pleased to remind the community that Day Use & Picnic Areas are now open seven days a week until Labour Day. Whether you’re looking for a day of adventure or a relaxing picnic by the water, these parks offer the perfect opportunity for a daycation. A season pass offers unlimited access to all six Parks of the St. Lawrence Day-Use Parks and Beaches. Day passes are also…

14 Jun

St. Lawrence Parks Commission Celebrates Grand Reopening of Revitalized Brown’s Bay Beach and Picnic Area

New park infrastructure offers accessibility and inclusion features for enhanced guest experience Mallorytown, ON – The patio is set, the perched beach is ready for sandcastles, the accessible water access points beckon and now, the ribbon has been cut. Though guests have been enjoying the newly renovated park for a few months already, Brown’s Bay Beach and Picnic Area has now been declared officially open. The honours were conducted this morning at a grand re-opening ceremony, celebrating St. Lawrence Parks Commission (SLPC’s) oldest and most iconic park, and marking the…

09 Jun

Grand Reopening of Brown’s Bay Beach and Picnic Area on June 14, 2024

All are invited to experience the revitalized park with ribbon cutting ceremony, dignitary guest speakers and free admission Mallorytown, ON – St. Lawrence Parks Commission is proud to present the newly revitalized Brown’s Bay Beach and Picnic Area to guests and the local community as it is officially re-opened. Friday, June 14, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., all are invited to a grand reopening celebration and ribbon cutting, including guest speakers, tours, activities, and live music. The celebration will continue with free admission all weekend, Friday, June 14…

17 May