Explore Canada

From coast to coast, Canada’s provinces and territories are full of vibrant cities, natural wonders and cultural experiences. Check out our Best of Canada section for places to visit, things to do and where to have fun in Canada.

white pass railroad
I’m cheating, more than a little, as I board the White Pass & Yukon Route Railway in the tiny community of Carcross, Yukon, a one-hour drive from Whitehorse. Getting to Skagway and then over to Dawson City will be much easier for me than it was for the original...
Look up into the night's sky in Canada's Yukon Territory and there's a chance you'll see the Aurora Borealis lighting up the night's sky with shimmering shades of green, blue, red and yellow. The Yukon Northern Lights are legendary and a good reason to visit the Yukon in winter. Of all...
Fairmont Empress Hotel - Victoria attractions
A short ferry ride away from Vancouver, heritage architecture and traditions such as high tea, mix seamlessly with soft adventures including kayaking, fishing and hiking. Exploring the charming city of Victoria is not to be missed when visiting Vancouver Island. Victoria is a curious blend of old world charm and new world...
quebec winter carnival
Every year, thousands of visitors flock to the Québec Winter Carnival to enjoy a host of activities for all ages. Those brave enough to sign up for the Quebec Winter Carnival snow bath run onto the snow, laughing and screaming. The group of semi-naked men and women are wearing...
polar bear cartoon
If a polar bear had a passport, which country’s passport would that polar bear carry? In the wild, polar bears spend most of their lives on the sea ice of the Arctic Ocean. Here's a polar bear cartoon that will put a smile on your face.  It's about a real...
winnipeg zoo
I look up and stare at a big white furry bum of a polar bear suspended above my head. The polar bear floats gracefully in the water, oblivious to the excited humans below in the polar bear exhibit at Assiniboine Park Zoo.  I'm visiting Assiniboine Park Zoo's Journey to Churchill,...

26 Famous Landmarks in Canada

A country with stunning landscapes of mountains, waterfalls and lakes, Canada has a huge selection of natural landmarks. With a rich history and vibrant...
World Map With Magnified Canada

What Is Canada Known For?

woman sitting on a rock in Peyto Lake, Banff National Park In Canada With The Canadian Rockies

Banff in Winter

Niagara Falls View From Ontario, Canada

20 Things To Do In Ontario

Toronto City Hall And Nathan Phillips Square

Christmas in Toronto

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