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Communing with Nature: 9 Animals You Can Find in Prince Albert National Park

Photographing the incredible wildlife in Prince Albert National Park has given amateur photographer Duane Larson of Prince Albert, Sask., a...


Skiing in Quebec? Here are 20 French Phrases You Should Know

Planning on hitting the slopes in Quebec this season? Whether you’re a seasoned ski bum or strictly interested in the...


This Woman’s Inspirational Story Will Make You Believe in the Canadian Dream

It's not easy to find a place that's beautiful, diverse and welcoming. But Rie Yamashita, who celebrates her 10th year...


Meet Steven Staryk, the Most Acclaimed Canadian Musician You’ve Never Heard Of

Hailed internationally as a violin virtuoso, chamber musician, concertmaster and teacher, Canada’s Steven Staryk remains largely unknown at home.


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Why You Should Never, Ever Take Your Shoes Off on an Airplane

When flight attendants see passengers walking around without their shoes on, they cringe.


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10 Most Expensive Luxury Hotels in the World

Care to sample a life of champagne and caviar? Be sure to pack your designer luggage for this fun countdown...


10 Reasons to Visit Quebec in the Winter

Quebec is an amazing place to visit year-round, but winter is when La Belle Province is at its most magical....


The 10 Coldest Places in Canada

It's time to celebrate Canada's love-hate relationship with winter! Beat the chill with these 10 cool facts about the Great...

Qualicum Beach: Welcome to Canada’s Paradise for Seniors

As a surge of baby boomers retire, Qualicum Beach, B.C.—Canada’s most elderly town—is a model of the communities
they’ll...


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The One Drink You Should Always Order on an Airplane

It can help you avoid jet lag, boost your immune system, and keep you feeling your best at 35,000 feet.


The Gross Reason Why You Should Think Twice Before Sitting in a Hotel Chair

Thinking about staying home from now on? We don’t blame you—in fact, we’ll probably join.


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Meet the Culinary Star Who’s Redefining Italian Cooking in Canada

Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco's big—and perpetually hungry—family was the perfect test group for her signature modern twist on classic Italian recipes.


8 Secrets for Taking a Romantic Second Honeymoon on the Cheap

Taking a second honeymoon is a great way to recreate the magic or recapture the feeling of young love. Here's...


10 Unforgettable Ways to Feel Small Next to Nature

Some of Mother Nature’s most awe-inspiring creations are best seen from a particular vantage point. Here are some of the...


5 Reasons You Must Visit the Leonard Cohen Exhibition in Montreal This Winter

One of the hottest tickets in Montreal this winter is "A Crack in Everything," the Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal's...


Great Canadian Photography: Meet the 2017 Share Your Canada Photo Contest Winners

Congratulations to the winners of our annual photo contest—choosing among such amazing entries wasn't easy! Here are the winners, along...


Remember Them: Earl Jewers

Part of an ongoing tribute to honour Canada's war veterans.

The Top 10 Most Extreme Travel Adventures in the World

Find out which spot on the planet is the closest to outer space, which hard-to-reach landmark will take your breath...


Hong Kong 20 Years Later

It’s been two decades since Britain handed over Hong Kong to China. Our writer, a former resident, returned to find...


Remember Them: Norman Salive

Part of a continuing special tribute to help mark Canada's 150th anniversary.


There’s an Eighth Continent Called Zealandia You Never Knew About

The world's "lost continent" is 94 per cent underwater. Here's how to see it.



Caption Corner – January 2018

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Caption Corner – December/January 2018

Share your funny photo and you might see it published in the next issue of Our Canada!


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Taking Photos of the Eiffel Tower at Night Is Actually Illegal—Here’s Why

Thankfully, your Facebook and Instagram photos are probably safe.


Ernest Hemingway’s Florida House Is Now Home to Over 50 Six-Toed Cats

In the 1930s, literary legend Ernest Hemingway became the owner of a six-toed cat. Decades later, his old house has...


10 American Food Festivals You Won’t Believe Actually Exist

Whether your favourite food is pumpkin or lobster (or prairie oysters), there are American food festivals that celebrate it in...


Hate Crossing The Border? Try Being a Poet!

If you think crossing the border is intimidating, try acting natural when you’re packing poetry—or worse, a saxophone.


13 Cruise Ship Tips You’ll Wish You’d Known Sooner

Save money, stay comfortable and avoid seasickness with these cruise ship tips from Canada's foremost travel experts.