Studies show that time in nature has endless health benefits—both physically and mentally. From the longest coastline and the highest tides in the world, to iconic mountains and spectacular wildlife, where better to seek nature than in Canada?

Canada is home to a tremendous amount of natural spaces, many of which are just a short drive from major cities—which is why America's neighbor to the north is inviting travelers to spend time in its National Parks with the Canada ℞efresh Program.

Starting today, Canada is making it easier for Americans to take some time for themselves and experience the beauty and diversity of the National Parks across Canada thanks to the Canada ℞efresh Program, which includes:

• Parks Canada Discovery Pass Giveaway*: Canada is giving away 4,000 year-long passes ($113 value) to Americans that include access to over 80 destinations across Canada's diverse natural scenery
• Dream Nature Sabbatical*: One lucky American will receive a sabbatical worth $20,000 to see the power of parks in action. They'll enjoy the beauty of Canada and soak in the mental health and wellness benefits it provides

Dr. Melissa Lem, MD, CCFP, FCFP, and Director of PaRx, an initiative of the BC Parks Foundation, is a family physician in Vancouver, British Columbia, who has embraced the mounting evidence linking time spent in nature to health. She's been informally advising natural outings to her patients for more than a decade and was a huge advocate for bringing the PaRx program in Canada to life.

Canada ℞efresh comes as part of Destination Canada's "Refresh Your View" campaign. The campaign puts Canada's iconic destinations at the forefront, expanding American travelers' knowledge of the wealth of experiences available in the regions surrounding these icons.

Canada is home to 171 national historic sites, 47 national parks, five national marine conservation areas and one national urban park. Many of these protected places are managed in close collaboration and partnership with Indigenous Peoples. The stewardship of these protected places is a badge of honor that Canadians wear proudly.

Americans interested in experiencing the refreshing properties of Canada can visit canadarefresh.com between July 6–July 31 to enter to win and learn more about Canada's parks. Travelers can submit their name for a chance to receive a Parks Canada Discovery Pass or explain why they need a sabbatical in Canadian nature and how they would plan to spend that time. The more specific, the better! Must be 21+ and a US resident to enter or win.

*About Canada ℞efresh

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S. and DC, who are at least 21 years old as of date of Entry. Begins 9:00 AM ET on 7/1/22; ends 11:59:59 PM ET on 7/22/22. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received.  For Official Rules, visit CanadaRefreshGiveaway.dja.com. Sponsor: Praytell Strategy, Inc.