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Bedrock: travel that begins beneath your feet
UNESCO Global Geoparks chart a new course in sustainable tourism — one rock at a time
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Go Habs Go — A hockey story about much more than hockey
Episode 13
Hockey is more than just a game in Montreal; it’s a window to Quebec culture whether you’re a hockey fan or not
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Inside one of the world’s major francophone marine science centres
As climate change continues to heat Canada’s waterways, researchers at the Maurice Lamontagne Institute are working to safeguard marine health
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Creatures of the night: a Montreal all-nighter
It’s all Cirque, no Soleil as Canadian author Heather O’Neill and her daughter Arizona take in the Nuit Blanche festival and extol the virtues of an endless night
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Ice canoeing in Quebec City
Navigating chunks of ice in frigid temperatures, Robin Esrock recounts his thrilling experience ice canoeing on the St. Lawrence River
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The Essential Itinerary: Western Quebec
A six-day tour designed to hit some of the highlights of western Quebec during the most colourful time of the year
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Electric Quebec: A carbon-neutral family roadtrip
Road tripping through Quebec while piloting an electric vehicle for the first time
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Comment arrêter une ruée vers l’or
Un nouveau mouvement créateur de pôles touristiques florissants dans tout le Canada – la durabilité, un exemple à la fois
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How to stop a gold rush
The new movement building flourishing tourism hubs across Canada – one sustainable example at a time
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Carrying our culture: New CBC series examines what it means to be Asian Canadian
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Our Country: Yann Martel
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Our Country: Heather O’Neill on the McGill University campus
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Our Country: Jean-Michel Blais on his hometown of Nicolet, Quebec
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In search of promised lands
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Crowdsourced art on Canadian identity
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Five ways to fall in love with winter in Quebec’s Charlevoix region
From snowshoeing on a frozen river to soaring over snow-covered mountains in a helicopter, here’s how to make the most of a family winter getaway in this spectacular region on the north shore of the St. Lawrence
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Hiking on the Gaspé Peninsula
A five-night, four-day adventure through Québec’s Gaspé Peninsula, full of mountain peaks, sweeping landscapes and close moose encounters
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Spending the night in North America’s only ice hotel
An unforgettable Nordic-inspired experience where ice and snow are transformed into an enchanting overnight stay
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Go with the fleuve: 5 days in La Belle Province
Following the St. Lawrence’s winding course through Quebec delivers a feast of history, culture and food
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The thrill of the hike: Exploring Bic National Park
Shaped by the sea, Bic boasts more than 25 kilometres of marked trails taking visitors over the water, through the forest and into the clouds
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La voile est un rêve: Sailing the St. Lawrence
For Canadian Geographic assistant editor Abi Hayward, sailing the St. Lawrence was a dream — and a trip down memory lane.
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The meat and potatoes of Quebec’s beloved tourtière
A love letter to a French-Canadian dish baked in tradition
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Photos: Montreal goes full circus
Inside the 10th edition of Montréal Complètement Cirque, the festival that transforms the city into a canvas for circus artists’ wildest dreams
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The Essential Itinerary: Montreal
Your three-day guide of where to eat, drink, stay and play in Montreal
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4 of the best spas in Canada to warm up in this winter
Things are heating up at these four scenic spa retreats
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Hurtling from Ontario to Quebec: Interzip Rogers is open for business
The world’s first interprovincial zipline allows riders to experience the best of both worlds
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Have an ‘ice’ stay at the Hôtel de Glace
A frigid night on a bed of ice is not for the faint of heart
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8 cultural highlights to discover in Québec City
Dive into the rich history of one of North America’s oldest cities with a stroll through its cobblestone streets or a visit to one of its top-notch galleries and museums
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The Mingan Archipelago: A land shaped by time
Raised from the sea, sculpted by tides and winds, the ever-changing Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve protects colossal monoliths and myriad species
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Seven must-see sites for cyclists on Quebec’s Véloroute Marie-Hélène Prémont
Discover the New France of Samuel de Champlain on this scenic cycling route along the St. Lawrence River
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Gear Review: Justin Barbour puts a MEC life jacket to the ultimate test
The adventurer behind the Man and Dog expedition puts a life jacket through its paces in the Labrador and northern Quebec wilderness
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Canoeing the untouched wilderness of the Labrador Peninsula
Justin Barbour and his dog, Saku, will travel 1,700 kilometres from the North West River in Labrador across remote northern Quebec to the shores of Hudson Bay
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Three unique cold-weather activities to try in Charlevoix
Beat the blues this winter with a fun, off-beat vacation in Quebec’s Charlevoix region
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Five must-try outdoor activities in Quebec’s Saguenay region
From sea kayaking to via ferrata, this area was made for adventure seekers
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The Essential Itinerary: Quebec’s Eastern Townships
The formula for a memorable three days in les Cantons de l’Est? Ski, spa, sip, repeat
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Highlights from One Ocean Expeditions’ 2019 East Coast Fins and Fiddles voyage
Three finalists in this year’s Canadian Geographic Challenge enjoyed the trip of a lifetime as part of their prize, and we were there to capture the fun
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Culture and cuisine, the Magdalen way
Quebec’s Îles-de-la-Madeleine are just a couple of hours from Montreal by air, yet feel a world away
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This Mont-Tremblant hotel takes “dog-friendly” to a new level
It’s a dog’s life at Domaine Summum, a boutique hotel in western Quebec that caters to canines
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Quebec’s newest provincial park is stunning in the winter
An early look at Parc national d’Opémican, the latest park to join Quebec’s extensive network of protected places
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Making tracks in Mauricie
Experience the authentic winter heart of Quebec, where snow sets the pace
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Going out on a high note
For those about to rock, here’s everything you need to know about the Festival d’été de Québec, Canada’s largest outdoor music festival
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Exploring Montreal’s Jewish food scene
Whether it’s the old classics or classy newcomers, you’re spoiled for choice when it comes to Montreal’s Jewish food scene
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Photos: Living on Eeyou Istchee
The residents of eastern James Bay, or Eeyou Istchee (‘the people’s land’), are opening their territory to visitors. Here’s a glimpse at a few communities in the region.
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Is there a terroir for maple syrup?
We know weather influences the taste and quality of Canada's national condiment, but some producers say geography plays a role as well
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A look at Scandinave Spa Mont‑Tremblant’s new expansion
Cozy up to the new hot tubs, cold pools, saunas and steam rooms at this Nordic-style spa minutes from Quebec’s most famous ski resort
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Discovering the unexpected joy of winter driving
On an excursion in Quebec with Ford, our writer discovers winter driving can be a pleasure — in the right vehicle
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Weekending like a pro in Lac Beauport, Quebec
With plenty of room for you and all your gear, weekend getaways are easier in the 2018 GMC Terrain
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Quebec First Nations step in to help save Val-d’Or caribou herd
The federal government has committed $1.26 million over five years for First Nations-led projects to preserve the endangered herd
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Video tour of world’s first commercial cubic farming facility
Canadian Geographic visits the Urban Barns facility to see how it all works
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A sneak peek at Quebec’s newest provincial park
Opening to the public in June, Parc national d’Opémican near Temiscaming, Que. preserves a unique chapter of Ottawa River history
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General James Murray’s massive mapping mission
A look at the cartographic gem commissioned 250 years ago by Quebec’s military governor
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