Trent-Severn Waterway 2026 Guide:

Opening Date: May 15, 2026

Spring Hours: Monday - Thursday 10:00am- 3:30pm

Friday - Sunday 9:00am - 6:30pm

Free Locks for a Super Summer!

​The 2026 navigation season for the Trent-Severn Waterway is opening on May 15, so it's time to get your boat ready for adventure.

This year brings incredible news: the "Canada Strong" Free Lockage Summer! From June 19 to September 7, you can take your boat through the entire waterway’s lock system absolutely FREE.

While you’re enjoying the free lockage, remember to stay alert for construction delays in Bolsover and Peterborough. Standard fees still apply when the waterway first opens and again after Labor Day.

Don't forget that Lockage Passes can not be purchased online; you must get them in person at the lockstations. You can still purchase Seasonal Mooring Passes through the online portal. Get all the official details in the infographic below!