
Environment
How storm-watchers inspired a groundbreaking coastal safety program
Initially targeted at visitors and locals in Tofino and Ucluelet, B.C., the CoastSmart program could save lives along all Canadian coasts
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Environment
Initially targeted at visitors and locals in Tofino and Ucluelet, B.C., the CoastSmart program could save lives along all Canadian coasts
Environment
In the first week of cleanup activities, more than 26 tons of marine debris was pulled from the ocean
Science & Tech
Wildlife
International grassroots organizations unite over turtle conservation
People & Culture
Depending on whom you ask, the North’s sentinel species is either on the edge of extinction or an environmental success story. An in-depth look at the complicated, contradictory and controversial science behind the sound bites
People & Culture
People & Culture
Once a traditional way of life across Canada, trapping survives and even thrives in communities throughout the North, including Colville Lake, N.W.T.
People & Culture
Canadian Paralympians and Para athletes join the mission to increase trail accessibility across Canada
People & Culture
#MuseumSelfie trended on Twitter January 20th as people the world over shared their snaps.
Travel
History
Environment
Environment
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Wildlife
Whales are beginning to return to B.C. waters — but will they find a safe haven?
Wildlife
Writer Stephen Smith takes to Newfoundland’s shores in his quest to see the ‘capelin roll’ — the spawning spectacle of a tiny fish with a massive ecological, historical and cultural impact
Wildlife
Plus: Marathon hare migrations, increasingly efficient wolves, wandering basking sharks and homemaking bees
Wildlife
Why Canada’s cougars are on the rise — and what that means for us
Travel
From enjoying a family-style meal in a "paladar" to retracing the history of the revolution, a visit to eastern Cuba is a must for authentic culture-seekers
Travel
This five-star Bahamas resort boasts a fresh look and adults-only concept on Nassau's famous Cabbage Beach
Travel
These five towns steeped in Scottish history are all less than an hour by train from the capital
Travel
Can Geo editors reveal their favourite destinations and travel experiences from the past year to help inspire your next adventure in Canada and beyond
People & Culture
There's a reason photographers call it the "magic hour"
Wildlife
Following a deadly summer for the endangered whales, Fisheries and Oceans Canada is tightening regulations for crab fishers in the Gulf of St. Lawrence
Environment
The people and landscapes of Haida Gwaii opened my eyes to the fact that we all rely on the ocean
People & Culture
A look back at the most awe-inspiring and thought-provoking visuals we published this year
People & Culture
The renowned Canadian artist and bestselling author discusses how his love of plastic morphed into an art exhibit about ocean pollution
Science & Tech
Physical distancing requirements to slow the spread of COVID-19 will make it difficult for researchers to visit suspected tornado sites this year, so the team behind the Northern Tornadoes Project is calling on the public to help
Science & Tech
How so-called rare earth elements are powering our modern tech — and where to find them
Science & Tech
Artificial intelligence combines with social-media analysis to inform first responders and scientists
Science & Tech
Science & Tech
Environment
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Travel
The author and anthropologist discusses the five years of travels he undertook along Colombia’s Magdalena River
Travel
The star of CBC’s Diggstown discovers Nova Scotia’s black history
Travel
Located close to cosmopolitan Cancún and charming Isla Mujeres, the new Riu Dunamar at Playa Mujeres combines opportunities for cultural discovery with the pleasures of resort life
People & Culture
We asked some of Canada’s most accomplished photographers why they dedicate their time to capturing images of nature. Here’s what they said.
Science & Tech
Whether you’re monitoring monarchs or searching for snakes, these mobile apps will allow you to become a scientist right from your backyard
People & Culture
Multilingualism is at the heart of Canada‘s identity. It’s also a matter of decency and human rights.
Environment
How a cocktail of invasive species and global change is altering the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River ecosystem
Wildlife
After more than a million years on Earth, the caribou is under threat of global extinction. The precipitous decline of the once mighty herds is a tragedy that is hard to watch — and even harder to reverse.
People & Culture
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People & Culture
Showcasing the top shots in the 2021 CanGeo x Nikon #ShotOnNikon Photo Contest
People & Culture
Rochelle Byrne is paddleboarding 420 kilometres along the shores of Lake Ontario to raise awareness about pollution that has infiltrated the lake
People & Culture
As sea level rise and the accelerating pace of coastal erosion threaten cultural heritage around the world, Canada has a lot to lose
People & Culture
As Arctic sea ice vanishes, new measures are needed to protect marine wildlife from increased ship traffic
People & Culture
Matawa Learning Centre pilots a Grade 12 experiential education course that teaches indigenous youth about water safety and leadership while traveling along traditional canoe routes
People & Culture
Harvesting the talent in Toronto, Halifax, Montréal and Vancouver
People & Culture
Wildlife
No one knew golden eagles in the Yukon and Alaska migrated along the Rockies’ front ranges, until an avid birder noticed something strange
Kids
Team Canada claimed two silver and three bronze medals at the global geography competition held in Quebec City
Wildlife
Algonquin wolves face an uncertain future primarily because they can be legally shot and trapped in many parts of Ontario
Wildlife
History
Wildlife
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Science & Tech
Wildlife
From plants to ants, Canadian Geographic’s 2020 Canadian Wildlife Photography of the Year Competition showcases the best of the year’s wildlife photography
Science & Tech
A new report has identified crewman of the previously unknown remains found on Nunavut's King William Island in 1993
Environment
Currently only at 4.4 per cent, the province still needs to acquire another 2.6 per cent of land to protect by the end of 2020
Environment
Vancouver Island marmot, blue whale and Ungava seal included in NatureServe Canada report
Science & Tech
The students’ device will compete at an international innovation competition June 18 to 20
Wildlife
“We just knew no fish would get by. Not without our help.” Behind the scenes of the epic campaign to save a Fraser River salmon run.
Places
This is not your average summer job
Environment
For the latest image in his iconic Day to Night series, photographer Stephen Wilkes set his sights on an important ecological reserve in British Columbia. Here's why.
Travel
Bordered by Venice Beach and other L.A. neighbourhoods, oceanside Santa Monica is compact, innovative and laidback-chic. It’s also the best place to learn to surf in the region.
Travel
From snorkelling with whale sharks to savouring fully-loaded Mexican hot dogs, here's why La Paz should be on your list of places to travel next
Science & Tech
Some companies have been working to develop creative solutions to our global plastics problem
Travel
5 examples of Cuban music, films and other cultural hallmarks
Travel
Warm your bones this winter by making these tropical drinks
History
Travel
Travel
Travel
Join the Canadian Geographic Photo Club aboard the Ocean Endeavour with Adventure Canada for a spectacular voyage by sea to Sable Island, Nova Scotia
Environment
You don't have to leave Canada to experience the geographic diversity of the Seven Kingdoms
Environment
Travel
Kingfisher Wilderness Adventures brings you face-to-face with the wildlife in one of North America's most biodiverse marine areas
Wildlife
The aquarium is concerned for the future of its marine mammal rescue program
Travel
The not-so-typical Winter Olympics host city