Park Superintendent Authorization for Drone Flights

Verified from official sources
Where to fly your drone - National parksVersion 1Effective -Verified 23 August 2026

In plain language

If you need to fly a drone in a national park, you must contact Parks Canada and obtain permission from the park superintendent before operating.

Requirement as structured

Drone pilots may operate within a national park if permitted by a park superintendent.

Original regulatory text

A park superintendent may allow the use of drones in some cases. If you want to fly a drone in a national park, read about the use of drones at Parks Canada places and contact Parks Canada .

Applies when

country
Canada
regulatory category
General