Visitors to Saskatchewan parks will save about $375,000 annually with the elimination of campfire permit fees. The $3-per-day fee was introduced in provincial parks in 2003 and removed as of April 1, 2008.
How We Support Tourism, Parks, Culture and Sport The Evaluation Unit collaborates with Ministry staff and stakeholders on research and evaluation initiatives by: - conducting primary research and evaluation studies using a variety of tools and techniques (e.g., online and mailback surveys, focus groups, etc.);
- analyzing secondary data sources to inform decision-making related to policy and program development. Examples of secondary data sources used to date include: Census, Labour Force Survey, General Social Survey, Canadian Community Health Survey;
- providing technical assistance for research or evaluation initiatives conducted by external consultants for TPCS staff and stakeholders; and
- enhancing knowledge transfer by providing quality information and professional development opportunities to inform policy and program decision-making.
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