Episode 2 of 2
Enactment of the Rocky Mountains Park Act
- When
- 23 June 1887
- Where
- Parliament of Canada
The Parliament of Canada enacted the Rocky Mountains Park Act on June 23, 1887, establishing Banff National Park, then known as Rocky Mountains Park.
The act outlined the national park concept, balancing conservation and development interests. It was modelled on the 1872 Yellowstone National Park Protection Act and sought to preserve natural attractions while encouraging tourism.
Sources
- Rocky Mountains Park Act Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-31
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