
Travel
5 backcountry ski sites in Eastern Canada and New England
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Travel
Travel
Whitehorse’s cross-country ski club is winning big
History
Michael Adams, president of the Environics group of companies and the Environics Institute, and a regular contributor of published commentary on Canadian values and social trends, says most Canadians view multiculturalism as an important symbol of what we aspire to as a society
People & Culture
An interview with Prime Minister Stephen Harper about the past, present and future of Canada's North
Exploration
The Monaco Explorations expedition will conduct three years of scientific research in nine remote locations around the world beginning in July
Exploration
An excerpt from The Boundless Life: 13 Lessons Learned the Hard Way
Exploration
Here's why the adventures of Irvine and Mallory, Scott and Whymper are as well-known as their tragedies
Exploration
The host of Angry Planet and Fellow of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society reveals the natural beauty of one of the least-visited countries in the world
People & Culture
George Hunter made it his lifelong mission to show Canadians their country. Now, his iconic images have been compiled into a book.
Places
In Banff National Park, Alberta, as in protected areas across the country, managers find it difficult to balance the desire of people to experience wilderness with an imperative to conserve it
People & Culture
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
People & Culture
The retired news anchor recalls the emotions he felt while sailing through the Northwest Passage
Travel
Travelling through Alberta’s storied mountaineering and ski-touring past and present
Travel
The national junior cross-country ski team member remembers her home club
Travel
While Jordan is steeped in history and culture, its stark beauty — and the customs that help protect it — should not be missed
Travel
Leslie Anthony shares the best of the big hills
Travel
Brewed with water and natural ingredients, Corona wants to encourage Canadians to responsibly experience the country’s natural wonders
Science & Tech
Science & Tech
Science & Tech
Science & Tech
Science & Tech
Science & Tech
Environment
Canada leads the developed world in per capita production of garbage. What’s behind our nation’s wasteful ways?
Environment
On the shores of Lake Superior, I found solace in how close our country can become when we all share food together
Environment
To fully understand our national identity, we must consider Canada’s geology as well as its geography
Environment
From rain to snow, from high temperatures to low, 50 questions to test your weather wits
Environment
What do you get the country that has it all for its 150th birthday?
History
In 2012, the Niagara region dusts off old battle sites to commemorate the war that defined our borders
History
The little-known story of the 1918 Spanish Flu and how we're preparing for the next great pandemic
History
A look back at the early years of the 350-year-old institution that once claimed a vast portion of the globe
History
A century ago, a strange drama played out on Wrangel Island in the Russian Arctic. The hero of this tale? A 23-year-old Inuit woman named Ada Blackjack
Wildlife
Editor-in-chief and associate publisher Aaron Kylie contributed this chapter to a compilation book about the Canada Jay
Wildlife
A long-term study of white-throated sparrows in Canada found that the birds have mysteriously changed their tune
Wildlife
International grassroots organizations unite over turtle conservation
Wildlife
The search for these iconic Canadian birds will take you to some of the most scenic locations the country has to offer
People & Culture
One year into her term as Lieutenant Governor, Her Honour, the Honourable Salma Lakhani reflects on her journey so far and her hopes for her province and country
People & Culture
The former Canadian parliamentary poet laureate feels most grounded at Three Mile Plains, N.S.
People & Culture
The Dutch Royal reflects on her special connection to the Canadian Tulip Festival, which celebrates her mother’s gift of tulip bulbs to Canada 75 years ago
People & Culture
The celebrity chef and MasterChef Canada judge reminisces about escaping to rural living in Caledon, Ont.
People & Culture
Places
Some 22,000 kilometres of cross-Canada trail is now complete, with more to come by end of 2017
Places
Not all, but many of Canada's national parks will reopen to some extent on June 1
Kids
Canada's brightest young geography stars will also have the opportunity to meet adventurer Mylène Paquette, who will host the live final May 28
People & Culture
Natan Obed, president of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, on the idea of a Inuit-Crown relationship, Canada’s Inuit homelands and the role of Inuit in the world
Environment
From floods to fires, drought to coastal erosion, climate change is already having an impact on Canada's communities, landscapes and wildlife
People & Culture
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
Environment
In an exclusive excperpt from his new book Commanding Hope, Thomas Homer-Dixon highlights four key stresses that inhibit society's collective sense of a promising future for our planet
Environment
In February 2021, the world was introduced to Mutehekau Shipu — also known as the Magpie River — when the people of Ekuanitshit, Que. and the regional municipality made a joint declaration granting the river legal personhood and rights. The declaration carries broad implications for the fight to protect nature across Canada and around the world.
Environment
In his new book, Original Highways: Travelling the Great Rivers of Canada, Roy MacGregor examines the historical legacy and future of Canada's greatest rivers
People & Culture
While best known as the host of Jeopardy!, the Honorary President of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society was one of the planet's biggest champions of geographic knowledge and education
People & Culture
Remembering Louie Kamookak, a new Explorer-in-Residence and other highlights from the 89th Annual College of Fellows Dinner
People & Culture
The Amazing Race Canada host and Olympic gold medallist in skeleton reminisces about his grandparents’ cabin in Manitoba’s Riding Mountain National Park
People & Culture
Part of our Colour the Trails series
People & Culture
Canada outperforms all other G7 nations in new happiness ranking
People & Culture
The anthropologist and Royal Canadian Geographical Society Honorary Vice-President on why Ealue Lake, B.C., is special
People & Culture
The country musician reminisces about family connections and nature on Alberta’s Bow River
People & Culture
The Latin Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter explains why moving to Smithers, B.C., was the best decision of his life
People & Culture
Descendants of French-speaking Acadians in Louisiana saw their culture and language slip away in the 20th century. Now, a new generation of proud Francophones is leading a resurgence.
Travel
The Barebones Forest LED Rechargeable Lantern blends a timeless design, modern features and sturdy practicality
People & Culture
The Olympic medallist and mental-health-awareness champion shares her memories of inspiration in northern Labrador’s Torngat Mountains
Travel
Q&A with Paul Conchatre, the president of the Manitoba Lodge and Outfitters Association
People & Culture
The iconic author shares her vivid memories of Canada’s Arctic, from its impressive wildlife to its otherworldly landscapes
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
The Cree singer-songwriter explains what makes Saskatchewan’s Qu’Appelle Valley so special to her
Travel
People & Culture
The Honorary President of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society and longtime host of Jeopardy! was nominated on the eve of Canada's 150th birthday
People & Culture
Béatrice Martin, the Québécoise singer-songwriter known by her stage name, reminisces about a special park in Montreal
Travel
The star of CBC’s Diggstown discovers Nova Scotia’s black history
Environment
Lord Ashcroft’s new book Unfair Game: An Exposé of South Africa’s Captive-Bred Lion Industry describes shocking revelations from a year-long investigation into captive-bred lion farming in South Africa
Environment
The planet is in the midst of drastic biodiversity loss that some experts think may be the next great species die-off. How did we get here and what can be done about it?
People & Culture
Jeopardy! host and Honorary President of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society reminisced about his years in Ottawa
People & Culture
The former lawyer and now bestselling author on what made her Quebec summer camp experience unforgettable
Travel
The award-winning director of The Cuban on the restorative calm of Ontario’s Lake Simcoe
People & Culture
The Green Party MP explains what it is about Margaree Harbour, N.S., that feeds her soul
People & Culture
The history behind the Dundas name change and how Canadians are reckoning with place name changes across the country — from streets to provinces
Travel
The tourism industry is calling on Canadians to pledge to travel in Canada once restrictions are lifted
People & Culture
John Turner, Canada’s 17th prime minister, has died at the age of 91
People & Culture
Canadian Geographic's director of reconciliation comments on the naming of two residential schools as National Historic Sites
Environment
The 2020 Canadian City Parks Report looks at challenges and opportunties for Canada's parks under a COVID-19 lens
People & Culture
Ballots boxes used to be made of metal and voter registrations lists used to be tacked to telephone poles — here are 10 things you probably didn't know about the federal election in Canada.
Environment
David Grémillet explores the remarkable life and work of fisheries scientist Daniel Pauly