The retired news anchor recalls the emotions he felt while sailing through the Northwest Passage

Links to previous Canadian Geographic stories provide coverage and context

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

We caught up with Indigenous filmmaker Sarain Fox to talk Giiwewizh — a series of 16 short films directed and shot in isolation on iPhone 12

Canada’s former Poet Laureate gives us a tour of the cultural geography of Black Nova Scotia  

Pandher celebrated for spreading positivity and showcasing multiculturalism in Canada

Hosted by Gordie Lucius, this Edmonton-made series takes viewers on a grand adventure to understand all of nature’s most interesting (and questionable) gifts 

A century after the Group of Seven became famous for an idealized vision of Canadian nature, contemporary artists are incorporating environmental activism into work that highlights Canada’s disappearing landscapes 

A moratorium on cod fishing that was supposed to last two years has now lasted 30. What will it take to rebuild cod stocks — and a way of life?

“For Indigenous Peoples, the treaties are still very much alive”

Understanding the Canadian Crown as a uniquely Canadian institution

The ultimate goal of vaquero horsemanship is to produce a “finished” horse: an exceptionally responsive animal that is a true partner to its rider

Called Canada’s Rachel Carson and Canada’s Thoreau, Louise de Kiriline Lawrence spent 50 years studying birds in a remote forest on the Mattawa River. An endlessly curious self-trained amateur, she changed the way we think about birds.

March 30 is the launch date! The Montreal-born investor and philanthropist will complete a 10-day mission that combines bucket-list trip with research and environmental agenda 

Submit your best wildlife photos for a chance to win cash prizes and see your work published in Canadian Geographic

Canadian Geographic is proud to recognize 13 outstanding photographers who captured some of the best images of 2021

On the 175th anniversary of Canada’s first telegraph message, a pioneering telegrapher recalls her exciting career

Canada Post pays tribute to Canlit icon

The renowned Arctic landscape painter and Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society lost his battle with cancer on Nov. 5, 2021

Bellegarde’s appointment to the Society’s top honorary position is a further acknowledgment of the strong ties between the former National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations and the Society

Originally awarded in 2020 but unheralded due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Society was finally able to present the medal and fête the former PM at an event in Montreal Oct. 27

Trépanier was presented with the medal at the launch of his new book Into the Arctic: Painting Canada’s Changing North

Born into a nomadic, caribou-hunting Cree family in northern Manitoba, acclaimed playwright and novelist Tomson Highway pays tribute to the magical world of his childhood in Permanent Astonishment  

From Letterkenny to Schitt’s Creek, Canada’s geography has become the laughing stock of television — and that shouldn’t come as a surprise

The Latin Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter explains why moving to Smithers, B.C., was the best decision of his life

The inaugural Gilles Gagnier Medal for Innovation in Geographic Education will be presented to an outstanding educator this fall

The publisher of Canadian Geographic and COO (and Fellow) of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society passed away suddenly at the age of 51

Returning Home is the first feature-length documentary from director Sean Stiller and Canadian Geographic Films

The award-winning poet reflects on the power of place to heal intergenerational wounds

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

The former federal Minister of Environment and Climate Change was recognized for her public service and commitment to environmental conservation

Ontario Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Dowdeswell and artist Sylvain Voyer recognized for their contributions to making Canada's geography better known

Part of our ongoing Colour the Trails series

The history behind the Dundas name change and how Canadians are reckoning with place name changes across the country — from streets to provinces

Canadian painter and filmmaker Cory Trépanier explores the sublime and rapidly changing Canadian Arctic

Simon becomes the first Indigenous person to assume the role

Reimagine Canada Day will give Ottawa residents the chance to reflect, learn — and reimagine — following the discovery in the past month of hundreds of children's bodies on the former sites of residential schools

The painter and graphic designer discusses his roots, his craft — and his new collection of artisan canoe paddles

The Inuit Circumpolar Council’s chair on how Inuit are speaking up about climate change with a global voice

Showcasing the top shots in the 2021 CanGeo x Nikon #ShotOnNikon Photo Contest 

'Come Walk With Us' was funded by the Royal Canadian Geographical Society Expedition Program, but is waiting for COVID-19 restrictions to lift before they get started. Here's what they do while they wait. 

Handpicked shots of Canada's beauty from our Can Geo photo community on Instagram

Part of our Colour the Trails series.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Jean Trebek and Rear-Admiral Rebecca Patterson join the organization as Honorary Fellows

The new program affirms CanGeo's commitment to visual storytelling, supporting big ideas on the big screen

Canadian Paralympians and Para athletes join the mission to increase trail accessibility across Canada

It was the third attempt at Canada’s third highest peak for the RCGS-funded team

Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield discusses how his own experiences in space informed his first novel, a classic Cold War-era spy thriller 

For the former Commissioner of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30 is akin to Remembrance Day