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My Nuna: 6 photographers showcase a favourite shot

Their deep ties to Nunavut shine through in their work. Why these particular images strike a chord with each photographer.

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My Nuna: 6 photographers showcase a favourite shot – French

Leurs liens profonds avec le Nunavut brillent dans leur travail. Voici pourquoi ces images touchent la corde sensible de chaque photographe.

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My Nuna: 6 photographers showcase a favourite shot – Inuktitut

ᐃᑎᔪᒥᑦ ᑲᑎᓐᖓᓂᖃᕐᓂᖏᑦ ᓄᓇᕗᒻᒧᑦ ᖃᐅᒪᓂᖃᖅᑐᑦ ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔭᕐᓂᖏᑎᒍᑦ. ᓱᒻᒪᑦ ᑖᒃᑯᐊ ᓇᓗᓇᐃᖅᓯᒪᔪᑦ ᐊᔾᔨᓐᖑᐊᑦ ᑕᑯᔅᓴᐅᓂᖃᑦᑎᑎᐊᖅᑲᑦ ᐊᑐᓂ ᐊᔾᔨᓕᐅᕆᔨᓄᑦ

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Science & Tech

Calgary-based photographer captures epic aurora display

“One of the best weeks of my life,” says Matt Melnyk about his once-in-a-lifetime encounter

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Places

Photos: Snorkelling Vancouver Island

Exploring the wonders of the Pacific and the unique ecosystems surrounding Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands with author and photographer Sara Ellison

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International

5 epic journeys for photography enthusiasts

Stunning photos of Namibia and Botswana

The vintage charm of Fujifilm’s newest instant camera

Three reasons to visit La Paz, Mexico

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Environment

Announcing the winners of the 2023 ECOP Canada Ocean Decade Photo Competition

Canadian Geographic, ECOP Canada and SOI Foundation are proud to recognize five early career ocean professionals who captured outstanding images showcasing what it’s like to work on, in and for the ocean

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People & Culture

Announcing the winners of the 2023 Canadian Photos of the Year competition

Canadian Geographic is proud to recognize 13 outstanding photographers who captured some of the best images of 2023

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Wildlife

Do not disturb: Practicing ethical wildlife photography

Wildlife photographers on the thrill of the chase — and the importance of setting ethical guidelines

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People & Culture

Michelle Valberg on her career as a wildlife photographer

The Canadian Geographic Photographer-in-Residence shares her experience getting into the field of wildlife photography, where she finds inspiration and more

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Grizzly triplets follow their mother in search of salmon

People & Culture

10 Canadian photographers whose work we’re loving right now

These 10 members of Canadian Geographic’s online Photo Club are making waves with their unique perspectives on Canadian wildlife and landscapes

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People & Culture

Douze photographes canadiens partagent la nature qu’ils adorent

Nous avons demandé à certains des photographes les plus remarquables du Canada d’expliquer pourquoi ils dédient leur temps à capter des images de la nature. Voici ce qu’ils ont révélé.

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12 Canadian photographers share the nature they love

We asked some of Canada’s most accomplished photographers why they dedicate their time to capturing images of nature. Here’s what they said.

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Travel

Chasing icebergs in Newfoundland

Newly-revamped “Iceberg Finder” makes it easy for visitors to find the best spots in Newfoundland for iceberg viewing

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People & Culture

10 amazing photos of autumn in Canada from Can Geo’s Photo Club

From misty mornings to bright fall foliage, these photos highlight the beauty of the season

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Environment

14 Photos of Comet NEOWISE from the Can Geo photo community

The comet passed close to Earth in mid-July, giving stargazers and photographers amazing photo opportunities

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Environment

Living in the Anthropocene, the human epoch

Filmmakers Jennifer Baichwal and Nicholas de Pencier and photographer Edward Burtynsky discuss their groundbreaking new work, The Anthropocene Project

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Environment

Photos: How climate change is transforming Canada

From floods to fires, drought to coastal erosion, climate change is already having an impact on Canada's communities, landscapes and wildlife

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Environment

How conservation photographers use social media to help the planet

Photographer-In-Residence Neil Ever Osborne on the role of online photo-sharing communities in the conservation movement

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Our best photos of 2018

Q&A: Wildlife photographer Daisy Gilardini on her travel plans, essential gear and “3 Ps”

Q&A: Photographer Peter Mather on wolves, the wilderness and finding a purpose

Images of 20th-century Canada from the country’s most prolific photographer

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People & Culture

Two Canadian photographers shortlisted for the Wildlife Photographer of the Year People’s Choice Award

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Among the bears

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Video: Celebrate Earth Day 2020 with images of wildlife from around the world

People & Culture

Announcing the winners of the 2018 Canadian Wildlife Photography of the Year Competition

A bright iridescent orange-and-blue coloured sea slug (nudibranch) is laying eggs on top of a sea sponge

Wildlife

What is a nudibranch? Meet the “high fashion models” of the ocean depths

Vertical samples of the winning images of Canadian Geographic's Annual Photo Competition

People & Culture

Announcing the winners of the 33rd Annual Photo Competition

People & Culture

Toronto as Community: Fifty Years of Photographs

Announcing the winners of the 2022 Canadian Photos of the Year competition

“One people, one planet, one life:” The story of a director’s chair and the Take Your Seat project

Michelle Valberg on the Magic of Photographing Canada’s North

Places

Remote paradise: The wonder of B.C.’s Triangle Island

Off the northwest tip of Vancouver Island, an isolated speck of “inhospitable” land is home and sanctuary to millions of seabirds

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Wolf eel (anarrhichthys ocellatus) surrounded by brooding anemones, Race Rocks Ecological Reserve, Vancouver Island, B.C.

Places

Photos: The parks beneath the sea

A colourful look at the marine biodiversity of Canada’s west coast

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Photos: A voyage through the Northwest Passage

Photographer-In-Residence Michelle Valberg shares images of the Arctic from her time aboard the Canada C3 Expedition

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Places

Photos: Exploring the Torngat Mountains, a place of spirits

Canadian Geographic Photographer-in-Residence Michelle Valberg offers a glimpse at her journey to Torngat Mountains National Park in Labrador

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Photos: Stratford’s abandoned rail shop

Explore the people and places that make up the Ontario town’s old Grand Trunk Railway

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Travel

8 amazing places to visit for epic views of the Canadian Rockies

You don’t have to spend days hiking up and down steep slopes to make the most of your mountain experience. Check out our picks for the most scenic and accessible spots in the Canadian Rockies.

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Welcome to climbing camp

Camaraderie, conversation and conservation are key at the Alpine Club of Canada’s annual General Mountaineering Camp

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Travel

Photos: Life as a heli-skiing guide in the Skeena Range

10,000 square kilometres of remote mountain wilderness, routine white-out conditions, avalanche-prone slopes, and just five guides: Welcome to the Skeena heli-skiing tenure

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The Nokedjak from Squaxin Island in Stz’uminus waters on the 2017 Tribal Canoe Journey.

People & Culture

In photos: The 2017 Tribal Canoe Journey

Images from an annual odyssey to reclaim tradition and territory in the Pacific Northwest

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Travel

Photos: Exploring majestic hidden glacier caves in the Canadian Rockies

Formed in varying shapes and sizes, these glacier caves create the “perfect playground for photographers”

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Canadian landscape photographer Scott Forsyth at Beechey Island in the Canadian Arctic

Travel

Meet Scott Forsyth, Canadian Geographic’s newest Photographer-in-Residence

The Calgary-based landscape photographer shares memorable moments in the field and his advice for aspiring photographers

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People & Culture

Sunrise, sunset: 10 amazing ‘golden hour’ images from Can Geo’s Photo Club

There's a reason photographers call it the "magic hour"

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Gear review: Heli-hiking in the Cariboo Mountains with the new Nikon D850

Canadian Geographic’s creative director tests Nikon’s latest full-frame model on a heli-hiking experience with Canadian Mountain Holidays

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Cover of 150 ultimate canadian instagram photos

People & Culture

10 iconic images of Canada from Canadian Geographic’s Instagram community

150 Ultimate Canadian Instagram Photos is available on newsstands now

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People & Culture

Introducing the inaugural Trebek Initiative grantees

The new RCGS program supports emerging environmental storytellers

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Travel

Toronto has one of the most photographed skylines in the world

Here’s where to go to get the ultimate shot

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Wildlife

Photos: Best Wildlife Photography 2020

A sneak peek at Canada's top wildlife photos in our new special collector's edition

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People & Culture

The RCGS announces Nikon Canada as its Official Photography Partner

Two iconic brands known for exceptional photography join forces to inspire the next generation of photographers

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Travel

See the winners of the Show Us Your Canada photo competition

The best of the best images from our tourism-themed photo competition, held in celebration of 2018 as the Canada-China Year of Tourism

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Wildlife

Wolves exhibition opens at the Canadian Museum of Nature

Announcing the winners of the 2022 Canadian Wildlife Photography of the Year competition

Behind the image: the cover of Best Wildlife Photography 2018

How we chose the 2016 Canadian Wildlife Photography of the Year winners

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Travel

Under a sea of stars

A guide to the annual Jasper Dark Sky Festival — and what you can learn when you gaze skywards.

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People & Culture

Canadian Geographic Photographer-in-Residence Michelle Valberg appointed to Order of Canada

Valberg was recognized for her photography and philanthropy raising awareness of Canada’s North

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John E. Marriott, wildlife photographer, in the rainforest

People & Culture

Behind the covers: My journey as a published wildlife photographer

A noted Canadian wildlife photographer who often contributes to Canadian Geographic shares the story of his big break

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Travel

Mobile photography fun with the LG G7 ThinQ

The new smartphone from LG takes the guesswork out of snapping photos on the go, with mixed results

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Articles

People & Culture

Photos: Flying high with Montreal’s Cirque Éloize

Scarlet ibises fly above flooded lowlands, near Bom Amigo, Amapá, Brazilian Amazon.

People & Culture

12 incredible images from the 2018 World Press Photo Contest

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Cold calling: 10 wonderfully wintry images from Can Geo’s Photo Club

People & Culture

10 amazing aurora photos from Can Geo’s Instagram community

Col. Chris Hadfield in the bridge of the Soviet-era icebreaker, Capitan Khlebnikov. Canadian High Arctic.

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Photos: Across the Arctic with Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield

People & Culture

Photos: Life inside the Tsá Tué Biosphere Reserve

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Seven tips for cold weather photography

Canadian Geographic Photographer-in-Residence Michelle Valberg is no stranger to shooting in extreme temperatures. Here, she shares advice for taking great photos in the cold.