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BC Parks is the provincial agency in British Columbia, Canada responsible for managing provincial parks, ecological reserves, conservancies, recreation areas, and protected areas. BC Parks is responsible for protecting and managing over 14 million hectares of land and water, including over 1,000 provincial parks and protected areas. BC Parks also provides opportunities for recreation and tourism, including camping, hiking, fishing, and boating.

BC Parks was established in 1965 as the Parks Branch of the Department of Lands, Forests and Water Resources. In 1973, the Parks Branch became a separate agency, and in 1979, it was renamed BC Parks. Today, BC Parks is a Crown corporation with a mandate to protect and manage the province's natural and cultural heritage.

BC Parks is headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia. The agency has six regional offices and over 1,000 employees. BC Parks is also supported by a network of volunteers and partners.

BC Parks is a world leader in conservation and protected areas management. The agency has developed a number of innovative programs and initiatives, including the Great Bear Rainforest conservation initiative and the BC Parks Conservancies program. BC Parks is also a member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

BC Parks is committed to providing opportunities for recreation and tourism while protecting the province's natural and cultural heritage. The agency offers a wide range of programs and services, including camping, hiking, fishing, boating, and education programs. BC Parks also works with partners to develop and promote sustainable tourism opportunities in the province.

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