The best wines in the world seem to come from temperate, warm places like France, Italy, New Zealand, Australia, South America and California. It sometimes comes as a surprise to people, then, that Canada—often associated with cold, harsh weather patterns—has a booming wine industry that has been producing world-class vintages for decades. Canadian wine has garnered the country international recognition as a producer of fine, award-winning vino. (continue...)
In the early 17th century, a group of French colonists ventured from France to the northern coastal regions of North America. In 1604, the group established the first permanent French settlement in North America at Port-Royal, in present-day Nova Scotia. The area eventually became known as Acadia, and the people and their decedents known as Acadians. (continue...)
Upon thinking of Canada, one cannot suppress images of open space, diverse landscapes and striking hospitality spread among urban centres and rural communities. With a total area of 9,984,670 sq km (3,855,103 sq mi), plus natural attractions such as... (continue...)
Prince Edward Island is known for its beautiful scenery, rich soils and abundant seas. It is a land of farms and fields and small communities, where white sand beaches mix with red soil cliffs and fields, and flowers and berries grow riotously during the summers. (continue...)
Since the late 1980s, ecotourism has become a growing field of interest for travellers, especially those to and in Canada. The country's vast wilderness reserves, national parks and diverse ecosystems make it a popular destination for ecotourists. One of the regions that has been especially involved in developing ecotourism is Atlantic Canada. (continue...)
In the past few decades, Canada has started to shed its image as a frigid land of vast wilderness in favour of a sophisticated, urban persona. Canada's major cities are now being seen for what they are—vibrant, modern hubs of activity. The country's urban centres boast many attractions, one of the most significant being their world-class shopping facilities. (continue...)
Canada has the reputation of the frozen north, but to Martin Luther King and thousands of other black Americans, Canada was a sort of North Star—a gleaming beacon of hope that they followed and fought their way to. From 1840 to 1860, Canada emblemized freedom from oppression, and it was there that many brave enslaved people risked their lives to enter. This struggle was known as the Underground Railroad. (continue...)
New Brunswick has an array of varied terrain, assorted areas of historical interest and distinct preferences for every traveller. As a result, the province offers five diverse scenic drives, which take the visitor off the beaten path and deep into the heart of New Brunswick. Many of these drives can easily be driven in a day, but there is such an array of sights to be discovered, it is recommended that travellers take their time; it would be a shame to miss a thing. (continue...)
Nova
Scotia is known throughout the world for being a land that combines
rugged marine landscapes with proud heritage and urban sophistication. Nova
Scotia is the second smallest province in Canada, but what it lacks in geographical
area, it makes up for in rich history, abounding culture and maritime hospitality.
The province is divided into 12 different tourism sections, which are easily
navigated by following the primary scenic travelways, known as the region's
'Trail'. (continue...)
The Newfoundland and Labrador landscape is a dream come true for outdoor enthusiasts looking for a special and unique adventure. Forests, wetlands, national parks, endless trails and rough backcountry, as well as countless lakes and rivers, populated and remote, make every season rich with opportunities to suit every interest. (continue...)
Imagine a place where maritime hospitality collides with mighty wilderness and merges with rich history, strong traditional values, metropolitan sophistication and cultural diversity. The result is Nova Scotia, one of Canada’s oldest regions and its current tourism hotspot. Identified as ‘Canada’s Ocean Playground’ by the provincial tourism board, Nova Scotia offers everything an outdoor adventurer could hope for. (continue...)
Surprisingly, there is a plethora of unique, unusual and eye-catching landmarks that can be found in every province of Canada. In fact, these often entertaining sights are more likely found in smaller towns, where tourists are lured in to take a picture or buy a trinket of these one-of-a-kind discoveries. (continue...)
