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Canadian Geographic Challenge alumni remember Alex Trebek
Alex Trebek's involvement in the Canadian Geographic Challenge and International Geographic Olympiad inspired generations of young learners
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History
Vimy Canadian Memorial photo essay
A trip back in time to the memorial’s dedication
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People & Culture
Alex Trebek and the Royal Canadian Geographical Society in photos
A collection of photos showcase Alex Trebek's contributions to the Royal Canadian Geographical Society during his life
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People & Culture
10 things the RCGS has been up to this summer
It's been an exciting couple of months for The Royal Canadian Geographical Society
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People & Culture
RCGS announces the new Alex Trebek Medal for Geographic Literacy
The Society honoured the Jeopardy! host's tireless support of geographic education in Canada by renaming one of its most prestigious awards
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Kids
London, Ont., student crowned Canadian Geographic Challenge champion
Grade 10 student Ben Woodward took home the nation’s top geography prize
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People & Culture
Welcome to 50 Sussex, Canada’s new Centre for Geography and Exploration
The new headquarters of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society is transforming the way the 90-year-old organization carries out its mandate
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People & Culture
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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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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Travel
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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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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People & Culture
Announcing the winners of the 2018 Canadian Wildlife Photography of the Year Competition
The best of the best images of Canadian wildlife from the annual competition hosted by Canadian Geographic in partnership with the Canadian Museum of Nature
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History
History
Snapshots of a century: Women in the pages of Canadian Geographic
History
The stunning illustrated maps of early cartographer Wilfrid Flood
History
Royal Canadian Geographical Society CEO John Geiger gives a sneak peek of this year’s Franklin search
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Retracing the steps of soldiers
History
50 years of multiculturalism: It’s as Canadian as maple syrup
History
Throwback Thursday: How the Canadian Geographical Journal covered the Queen’s coronation
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Mapping
Mapping
Best Canadian Geographic maps from 2015
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Mapping
The best maps we published in 2016
Exploring a year of cartographic beauty at Canadian Geographic
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Mapping
VIDEO: Maps of Canadian Geographic
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Mapping
Our best maps of 2018
Cartographic highlights from Canadian Geographic’s 2018 issues
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The symbolism of refugee ‘arrival kits’
The items given to Syrian refugees — warm clothing, DVDs, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms — represent more than just practical considerations; they're the building blocks of a shared Canadian identity
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History
50 years of multiculturalism: Being Muslim in Canada
Omar Mouallem, author of Praying to the West: How Muslims Shaped the Americas, looks at why an unshakeable faith in Canada’s multiculturalism project — common amongst the generation of Muslim immigrants who arrived in the ’70s — is not always shared by those who have migrated in the last 20 years, and is rarely felt by their children
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Environment
Five fascinating specimens from the Canadian Museum of Nature’s vast collection
Curators and research scientists at the museum’s Natural Heritage Campus in Gatineau, Que. share their favourite specimens ahead of annual open house
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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
The Royal Canadian Geographical Society and the National Geographic Society join forces
The two iconic geographic societies formalize a renewed partnership
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People & Culture
Presenting the 2019 RCGS award winners
In celebration of its 90th year, the RCGS handed out awards to a diverse and star-studded roster of honourees
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People & Culture
Geography’s new groove: Celebrating 90 years of the RCGS
The Royal Canadian Geographical Society has teamed up with Roots Canada to produce limited edition jackets featuring the expedition patches of notable explorers.
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People & Culture
In memory of Gilles Gagnier
The publisher of Canadian Geographic and COO (and Fellow) of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society passed away suddenly at the age of 51
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People & Culture
Five awesome things that happened at the official opening of Canada’s Centre for Geography and Exploration
It was an evening of emotional tributes and reflection on what it means to be Canadian
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Articles
People & Culture
10 RCGS updates from February
Here's a bit of what the RCGS got up to last month
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People & Culture
10 RCGS updates from November
Here's a bit of what The Royal Canadian Geographical Society got up to in November.
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Travel
Churchill photo tour
Take a walk with photo editor Jessica Finn and associate editor Michela Rosano as they explore Churchill, Manitoba during polar bear season on assignment for Canadian Geographic
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People & Culture
Canadian MP reflects on experience in the Canadian Geographic Challenge
Saskatchewan MP Erin Weir reflects on his experience in the Canadian Geographic Challenge.
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People & Culture
Ten things the RCGS got up to in September
Celebrating the art of cartography, a lively national bird debate and the launch of an exciting educational contest
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Exploration
Canadian Space Agency astronaut profiles
The men and women that have become part of Canada’s space team
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Exploration
Timeline of the Canadian Space Agency
The significant CSA events since Alouette’s launch
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Kids
A showcase of geographical knowledge at the 2016 Canadian Geographic Challenge
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Kids
Calgary teen wins 2016 Canadian Geographic Challenge
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Education declaration
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Canadian Geographic Education
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Alex Trebek presents winners of 20th Canadian Geographic Challenge
A grade 10 student from Calgary, Alberta has been crowned Canada’s newest geography champion.
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Young Canadian geographers win five medals at International Geography Olympiad
Team Canada claimed two silver and three bronze medals at the global geography competition held in Quebec City
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Kids
Métis Nation-Saskatchewan, Canadian Geographic launch program to revive the Michif language
The Future of Michif program aims to inspire the next generation of Métis to learn their traditional language and educate Canadians on Métis history and culture
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Meet the 2015 Canadian Geographic Challenge participants
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Meet the finalists of the 2016 Canadian Geographic Challenge
From June 3 to 5, these 20 young geographers will vie for the title of National Champion in Ottawa
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Canadian Geographic Challenge live in 2016
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Announcing the winners of the 2019 Classroom Energy Diet Challenge
Congratulations to all our participating classrooms on all their energy conservation efforts!
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Science & Tech
Photos from the Canadian High Arctic Research Station
Canadian Geographic Photographer-in-Residence Neil Ever Osborne shares his photos from the northern science hub
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Science & Tech
Canadian Space Agency announces final 17 astronaut candidates
The final stage of a recruitment process that began almost a year ago with 3,700+ applicants has begun
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People & Culture
Safety first, service always: The Canadian Coast Guard turns 60
A celebration of the Canadian Coast Guard’s renowned search-and-rescue capabilities — and more — as the special operating agency turns 60
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People & Culture
The funniest places: Why Canadian comedy is obsessed with geography
From Letterkenny to Schitt’s Creek, Canada’s geography has become the laughing stock of television — and that shouldn’t come as a surprise
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People & Culture
Gordon Lightfoot awarded the RCGS’ Gold Medal
Lightfoot accepted the award Friday night at a benefit concert in Toronto
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History
50 years of multiculturalism: Who is gate-keeping Canadianness?
Professor Anna Triandafyllidou reflects on a digital storytelling project that saw 28 graduate students from across Canada answer the question: Who am I?
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People & Culture
Catherine McKenna on diversity in politics, internet trolls, and cold-water swimming
Episode 28
A century after the first woman was elected to the Canadian Parliament, one of the most prominent figures in present-day politics shares her thoughts on how to amplify diverse voices in the Commons
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History
Royal Canadian Geographical Society proud to announce partnership in Franklin search
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History
Canadian Geographic to conduct review of past issues
Magazine to look for evidence of racist language and attitudes in every issue published since 1930 and report on its findings
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History
The Queen and Canada: A Platinum Jubilee timeline
Noteworthy occasions in a lifetime of service between Queen Elizabeth II and the Commonwealth country she has visited more than any other
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People & Culture
Calgary student wins Canadian Geographic Challenge
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Places
Photos: The stunning biodiversity of Algonquin Provincial Park
Photographer Megan Lorenz shares her experience shooting in Canada's oldest provincial park
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Places
Photos: Point Pelee National Park at 100
Established in 1918, Canada’s southernmost national park is a haven for wildlife and nature lovers alike
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People & Culture
Matt LeMay is Canadian Geographic’s inaugural Filmmaker-in-Residence
The new program affirms CanGeo's commitment to visual storytelling, supporting big ideas on the big screen
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People & Culture
Throwback Thursday: How Can Geo Education began
The origin and evolution of Can Geo Education
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People & Culture
Geographers create action plan for geographic education in Canada
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People & Culture
Trudeau, Trebek and a Rear-Admiral: the Royal Canadian Geographical Society bolsters its Fellowship with three incredible leaders
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Jean Trebek and Rear-Admiral Rebecca Patterson join the organization as Honorary Fellows
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People & Culture
Six awesome things that happened when Alex Trebek came to Ottawa
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People & Culture
Alex Trebek named an Officer of the Order of Canada
The Honorary President of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society and longtime host of Jeopardy! was nominated on the eve of Canada's 150th birthday
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People & Culture
Alex Trebek named Honorary President of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society
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People & Culture
Farewell to the Canadian penny
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People & Culture
Why the North Pole matters: An important history of challenges and global fascination
In this essay, noted geologist and geophysicist Fred Roots explores the significance of the symbolic point at the top of the world. He submitted it to Canadian Geographic just before his death in October 2016 at age 93.
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People & Culture
Our favourite books of 2018
Memoirs, a graphic novel and the biography of a famous ship are among Canadian Geographic's choices for the 14 best books of the year
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People & Culture
Photos: Life inside the Tsá Tué Biosphere Reserve
Photographer Angela Gzowski shares her experience shooting within the Deline community
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People & Culture
Astronauts attending the RCGS Fellows Dinner
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People & Culture
A special message from Alex Trebek
There will be an important role for geography in the challenging times ahead. The RCGS needs your help to continue its work promoting geographic literacy in Canada and around the world.
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People & Culture
10 RCGS updates from October
Here's a bit of what The Royal Canadian Geographical Society got up to in October.
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People & Culture
Statement on COVID-19 from RCGS CEO John Geiger
A message to our readers, Fellows, members and supporters
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People & Culture
Canadian Geographic and Canada Post launch Bears, a new stamp series
The set features photography of Canada’s bear species by Robert Postma and Can Geo Photographer-In-Residence Michelle Valberg
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People & Culture
Submit now to the Great Canadian Song Map
Help us populate this map with tunes about Canada in time for the nation's 150th birthday
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Travel
Photos: west Texas
From the beauty of Davis Mountains State Park to the legacy of Big Bend National Park, Javier Frutos captures the parks of the Lone Star state
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Travel
Corona Canada’s epic “Officer of Natural Wonder” road trip champions the nation’s natural beauty
Brewed with water and natural ingredients, Corona wants to encourage Canadians to responsibly experience the country’s natural wonders
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Exploration
The pull of Everest
A century after a Canadian was instrumental in charting the world's highest peak, a fellow Canadian reflects on the magnetism of Everest
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