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Winter Experiences

Ready to become an expert on Canadian winter?

Canadians love winter. Sure, its cold and snowy, but our winter offers limitless opportunities for outdoor

fun you just cant get in summer.

From exotic pursuits like dogsledding, kite-skiing and nocturnal snowtubing to more traditional winter

activities like downhill and cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and frozen pond skating, winter is a

fantastic time to visit Canada, especially for lovers of the great outdoors. Canada also boasts some of

the world's finest winter festivals, such asWinterlude in Ottawa, ON, Caribou

Carnival inYellowknife,NWT, Festival du VoyageurinManitoba, and theworlds biggest winter

carnivalin Qubec City, QCall excellent reasons to go outside and play. Afterward, your clients can

cosy up to a roaring, wood-burning fire with a glass of maple whiskey, mulled wine or hot cocoa in an

all-season or winter resort.

For a rejuvenating winter break, your clients can indulge in the pampering pleasures at one of our

world-class spas. These include: the hot/cold Nordic and thermal waterfalls at eco-friendly La SourceBains Nordiques, Quebec's first geothermal-heated spa in Rawdon; the soothing, mineral-rich waters

ofBC'sRadium Hot Springs; and the outdoor fieldstone grotto for hot hydrotherapy at Ste. Anne's

Spain Grafton, ON. Many of Canada's best spas offer winter getaway packages.

Winter is also an excellent time to visit Canadian cities like Vancouver, BC, Calgary, AB,Montral,

QC andToronto, ON for fine dining, culture and shopping before or after heading out on a winter

wonderland adventure.

Canadian Winter EssentialsWhat's the weather like in Canada in winter?

Most of the country is cold and crisp from November through March, with the exception of the BC coast,

where winters are moderate. Average January temperatures in places like Winnipeg, MB, Whitehorse, YT

and Saskatoon, SK, can drop to -22 C (8 F); Montral and Qubec City, QC, hover around -15 C (5

F); while mild Pacific coastal cities like Victoria and Vancouver, BC, are a balmy 10 C (50 F). Nearly

everywhere has plenty to offer both outdoor adventurers and urban explorers.

Sales tip: How to dress for Canadian winters

Packing for a winter trip to Canada doesnt mean buying a fur coat or a whole new wardrobe. The trick

to staying warm and dry just about anywhere in the country during winter is in layering. Have your

clients pack multiple, thin inner layers to hold in body heat. Fleece and wool are the warmest. Theyshould also bring a warm hat, scarf, insulated gloves and mittens; we can lose up to half of our body
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heat through an uncovered head. (As the Inuit say, when your feet are cold, cover your head.) Insulated

boots with waterproofing silicone spray will keep toes toasty. Finally, a light, down-filled coat and silk or

wicking polyester long underwear will make those moonlit walks in the snowy woods as cosy as they are

romantic. And remind your clients to bring sunglasseswinter in most of Canada can be bright, with the

sun reflecting off the fresh snow.

Don't have time to purchase what you need before you arrive? Canada is full of quality retailers thatspecialize in dressing you for winter excess. Among the favourites areMountain Equipment Co-

op and the Bay, which has been outfitting Canadian explorers for over 300 winters.

Great reasons to visit Canada in winter

That's just the tip of the proverbial iceberg. So many great Canadian winter experiences await your

clients. More suggestions:

Rideau Canal Skateway

Ottawa's Rideau Canal Skateway, the world's largest skating rink.

Carnaval de Qubec

Carnaval de Qubec, the worlds largest winter carnival.

Nunavut

Genuine local cultural traditions like stone sculpting inNunavut's capital ofIqaluit.
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Maligne Canyon

Magical moonlit icewalks in Maligne Canyon inAlberta'sJasper National Park.

Mush a team of Yukon sled dogs

The chance to mush a team of Yukon sled dogs over vast sheets of blue ice.

Northern Light

The spectral beauty of bathing in the multi-colored hues of the Northern Lights.

Hit our slopes

Tackle an adrenalin-stoking double-black-diamond alpine bowl on monster hills at BC'sWhistler

Blackcomb, regularly voted North America's top ski resort. Or curve through fluffy blades and carve

perfect turns on groomed trails at beautiful Banff and Lake Louiseoutside ofCalgary, AB, or

spectacularMont Tremblant, just a 90-minute drive north ofMontral, QC. Aprs-ski, play with your

family or party with the crowd. Indulge in a massage. Slide into a hot tub. Dine deluxe on gourmet,

regional Canadian fare paired with local wines. Relax in five-star splendour or in your cosy ski-in, ski-out

slopeside chalet.
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Yellowknife Caribou Carnival

Kite-skiing or snow volleyball during Yellowknife's Caribou Carnival.

Stay in the world's coolest hotel

It's the ultimate winter experience, a shimmering cathedral-like luxury hotel carved entirely of ice,

including the furniture and the candelabras hanging from the 18-ft (5.5-m) ceilings. Rebuilt with a new

design each year, theIce Hotel near Qubec Cityoperates from January to the end of March (weather

permitting!)and features a chapel, cinema, outdoor hot tub and barall carved from iceas well as

bedrooms and suites offering beds with furs and thermal sleeping bags. Have a drink at the ice bar in a

glass carved of ice.

Warm up to Canada's North

Dine on rustic gourmet food like caribou and moose cannelloni in the Northwest Territories.

In Yukon,mush a dogsled along a snowy forest trail or across a frozen lake. Winter-camp in style as

white snowshoe hares dash about and wolves howl a capella at a full moon. Or cosy up in a chalet or

pine-floored yurt, relish a fondue dinner, sip hot, spiced Glhwein and watch Mother Natures light show

the Northern Lightsdance green and red across the sky. Take your shoes off to tour the Inuit art

collections at Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum in Iqaluit, NU. Visit spectacular Quttinirpaaq (EllesmereIsland) National Park, a fragile polar oasis just 497 mi (800 km) from the North Pole. Or take a tour to

the ice-floe edge onBaffin Island, Canadas largest island.

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New year with a splash

Start the new year with a splash with a longtime Canadian traditiona plunge into Vancouver's English

Bay or into the harbours ofHalifax,NS, or St. John's, NL, on New Year's morning.

Up close and personal with Polar Bear

Get up close and personal with the mighty polar bears near Churchill, MB.

Skate at Fairmont Banff Springs

Lace up your skates and join a pond hockey game near the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel,AB, on a

magical winter day.

Heli-skiing in the Kootenay Rockies

Helicopter in to a remote stretch of thigh-high virgin powder deep in BC'sKootenay Rockiesthe

motherland of heli-skiingcarving new lines every run.
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Catch a wave in Nova Scotia

Catch a wave on a Nor'easterswell while winter surfing off the coast of Nova Scotia.

Snowshoeing in Tracadie on PEI

Enjoy a sunny winter day snowshoeing near Tracadie Bay onPrince Edward Island.

Cape Dorset

Journey to Cape Dorset, NU, the Capital of Inuit Art. This spot has been the centre for drawing,

printmaking and carving since the 1950s.

Enjoy one of Canada's many winter light festivals

Canadians don't hibernate over winter. We create reasons to get out and enjoy the outdoors. One way is

with light festivals, which occur across the country.

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Winter Festival of Lights

Winter Festival of Lights, Niagara Falls, ON
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Christmas lights across Canada

Christmas Lights across Canada, Ottawa, ON

Cavalcade of Lights

Cavalcade of Lights, Toronto, ON

Festival of Lights at Vandusen

Festival of Lights, VanDusen Botanical Garden, Vancouver, BC

Airdrie Festival of Lights

Airdrie Festival of Lights, Airdrie, AB (22 mi or 35 km from Calgary)

High Lights Festival

High Lights Festival, Montreal, QC

Sales tip: Don't fear, we've got the gear

Are your clients concerned about having to haul their winter sporting equipment with them on a

Canadian vacation? Tell them not to worry. All of the gear theyll need, such as downhill and cross-

country skis, snowboards, skates and snowshoes, as well as all manner of high-tech winter clothing, canbe easily rented or purchased at our larger resorts and in specialty outfitters in cities like Vancouver,
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Toronto, Ottawa and Montral. Some resorts even loan gear to their guests, making it that much easier

to pack light.

British Columbia

Mountains reign supreme in British Columbia. In winter, they're loaded with snow. There are terrific

skiing and snowboarding mountains throughout the province as well as a myriad of

backcountry skiing opportunities in national and provincial parks. Probably the most famous is Whistler

Blackcomb, one of the top-rated ski resorts in North America. And the world's best heli-skiing is found in

the Bugaboos in BC'sKootenay Rockies.

Snowmobiling hot spotsinclude Mackenzie in Northern BC and Sicamous in the Thompson Okanagan.

Top-notch cross-country ski terrain is found throughout the province.Dogsledding andsnowshoeing are

two growing winter sports.

For a milder taste of Canadian winter, head to Vancouver or Victoria (on Vancouver Island), where the

flowers are often blooming by mid-February, thecherry blossoms by March and the golf courses are in

swing year-round.

Alberta

Skiing and riding in Alberta's Rockies are second to none in world-class resorts likeLake

Louise, Sunshine Village, Marmot Basin,Norquay and Nakiska. Out here mountain resorts open early

usually by Novemberand provide thrills on the hills well into May.

But theres so much more to do in the winter. Because good snow conditions prevail throughout the

season, youll have plenty of time in plenty of places for cross-country skiing,

snowshoeing and snowmobiling. Try your hand at ice fishing, dogsledding or ice sailing. Treat yourself to

a long soak in a natural hotsprings. Take the family on an ice walk through a frozen canyon. Spend anafternoon tobogganing or skating; at night, take a moonlit sleigh ride.

Saskatchewan and Manitoba

Outdoor sports enthusiasts will love winter on the Prairies under clear skies on a blanket of sparkling

white drifts. Cross-country skiers can head to Prince Albert National Park andCypress Hills Interprovincial

Park inSaskatchewan, andSpruce Woods andTurtle Mountain provincial parks in Manitoba for well-

groomed trail networks where you can kick and glide or skate your way through forests, sheltered from

the wind. Overnight in rustic backcountry cabins or luxuriate in lodges and nearby bed and breakfasts.

The Prairies are also a snowmobiler's paradise (SK andMB); explore thousands of miles of groomed and

signed trails, and travel through a variety of landscapes that you could never see from the car. Other

winter activities on the Prairies include snowshoeing on designated trails in most provincial parks and

trail horseback riding at places like Reesor Ranch in Saskatchewan's Cypress Hills.

For a truly memorable winter experience, take in the Canadian Challengesled dog race, which runs from

Prince Albert to La Ronge, SK, in February or the Hudson Bay Quest,which runs from Churchill, MB to

Nunalla in March.

Also in February, join the festivities during Manitoba's Festival du Voyageur, a 10-day province wide

celebration of sights, sounds, snow and spirit. Or head toChurchill, MB, in November for polar bear

encounters. If you're traveling in March, take in theFire & Ice Adventure, where you can join in Inuit

traditions and even build your own igloo or the Northern Nights and Winter Lights package, a trip that

lets you see the Hudson Bay QuestDog Sled Race along with the unforgettable Aurora Borealis.
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Ontario

The countrys most populated province wears winter well. The blanket of white provides a perfect palette

for everything from cross-country skiing to dogsledding to a simple stroll in the city. The aprs-activity

events will depend on your location: drink a maple martini inToronto, light a fire in your backcountry

cabin, or shop for handknit sweaters in Canadas capital city, Ottawa. No matter what, youll find avibrancy thatll warm your heart.

For those who love snow, Ontarios resorts and lodges are delightful in winter. Hit the lifts with skis or a

board, then zoom downhill or cross-country, showing off your signature moves at Blue

Mountain,Calabogie Peaks, Stokely Creekor Talisman. Some trails are even lit after dusk, so you can

keep skiing when the sun goes down. There are even hills groomed for tubingtheyre extreme, so hold

on tight.

Rather sip than slide? TheNiagara Icewine Festival takes place during the second half of January, Some

winery tours even feature wine bars made out of ice. You can also sample wine and food pairings and

take in a market event in St. Catharinesfeaturing live entertainment and visual arts.

Quebec

Say oui! (or if you prefer, wheeeeeee!) to winter in Quebec. La belle province embraces winter with a

wide range activities. You can ski and snowboard at popular resorts like Mont Tremblant,Mont-Sainte-

Anne near Qubec Cityand magnificent Le Massif. Ski in the evening in the Saint-Sauveur valley where

you will find the worlds largest night skiing facilities. Hop on a snowmobile and skim over frozen lakes

into the heart of the boreal forest along a 20,000-mi (33,000-km) network of trails. Snowshoe or cross-

country ski through pristine forests in Gatineau Parks over 125 mi (200 km) of groomed trails and La

Mauricie National Parks over 50-mi (80-km) of trails. Sleep onsite, in cabins accessible only on skis.

To really commune with nature, learn to be a musher and drive a dogsled. Outings of several hours or

guided excursions of one to seven days are available in most regions. Spend nights in a tipi, rustic chalet

or something more upscale. And be sure to book a few moments of well-earned pampering at one of

Quebecs many spas, likeScandinave Spa Mont-Tremblant, where you can indulge in massages, Nordic

baths and personalized treatments in idyllic surroundings. If youre a true cold-weather buff, spend a

night at theIce Hotelnear Qubec City its dazzling architecture rises anew each year.

Youll also quickly warm up to winter in Quebecs cities. Take in a hockey game or stay toasty warm as

you shop inMontrals Underground City. Or head to Qubec Citys famous Winter Carnival in

February. The largest of its kind in the world, Carnival features a night parade, fireworks, canoe racing

on the icy St. Lawrence River and snow sculpture competitions.

New BrunswickWhether it's a luxury resort or rustic lodge, New Brunswick is a great place for across-countryskiing orsnowmobiling adventure. Northwestern New Brunswick generally receives between 10 to 13 ft(3 to 4 meters) of snow annually, which helps explain why theNorthern Snowmobile Odyssey's over 625mi (1,000 km) of trails are a sledder's dream.

New Brunswick also has great cross-country trails and downhill slopes to conquer, including the eight

alpine ski runs and 14 mi (22 km) of groomed trails around scenic Prichard Lake in Sugarloaf Provincial

Park. Hockey fan? Experience the game the way it was meant to be played each February at Plaster

Rock's World Pond Hockey Championship.

After a long day of winter fun, soak up the pleasures of pampering at delightful spas like

Bathursts L'Auberge de la Valle, which draws on the Acadian and Mikmaq First Nations secrets ofhealing with natural ingredients from the sea and forests. After a refreshing rest, youll be perfectly

prepped for a delicious evening meal prepared onsite.
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Nova Scotia

Into winter waves? This province has got 'em. Take a surfing lesson, then head for hills like Martock,

Wentworth, Ben Eoinor Cape Smokey and snap on skis. Throw in a day ofdogsledding, snowshoeing,

eagle-watching or sleigh riding and youve done winter up right. Get romantic with weekend getaways to

seaside inns and B&Bs. Mid-winter food and wine festivals like February's province-wide IcewineFestival are the perfect complement to a romantic getaway. Or head indoors in Halifax, where the best

shopping in the Maritimes offers up plenty of boutiques and eclectic shops.

Prince Edward Island

Come winter, PEI's red soil gives way to a carpet of white. The busy summer crowds have gone home,

but the real fun is just beginning. Visit a smelt shack, one of the tiny buildings dotting the bays and

inlets, to be initiated into the ancient art of smelt spearing by local fishermenthey'll fascinate you with

their tall tales. Love oysters? You can fish for them in winter, tooright through the ice on Salutation

Cove. How about a snowshoe trekin the woods near Malpeque Bay with a winter survival guide? Or a

horse-drawn sleigh ride through the hills of central PEI? If you're across-country skier, PEI has one ofthe finest Nordic centres in the Maritimes. You can even try your hand at curling on your own private

sheet of ice.

Northwest Territories

Winters a blastup here, one of the most pristine areas in the world, where pure snow and immense

wilderness reach as far as the eye can see. The other worldly hues of nature's greatest spectacle,

the Northern Lights, are at their most brilliant and frequent here, regularly firing up the night sky with a

surreal explosion of color. There are also plenty of daytime activities:

try dogsleddingand snowmobilingacross awesome landscapes, or a snow slide or toboggan run. In the

snow-draped boreal forest, snowshoe along a gentle trail and listen to the silence. Watch for bands of

caribou or fat ptarmigan in the willows. Later on, roast marshmallows and sip cocoa around a roaring

fire while you wait for the aurora borealis to unfold.

Yukon

This is a landof incredible wilderness escapes. You'll be fascinated by the rugged and pristine landscape,

First Nations culture and northern pioneer character. Whether it's at luxury resort, or a rustic lodge, the

Yukon is a great place for a winter adventure.Snowmobiling, ice fishing,backcountry and Nordic

skiing anddogsledding experiences are all waiting for you. You'll also want to photograph the

mesmerizing black granite peaks, idyllic alpine lakes and subarctic tundra landscapes of Tombstone

Territorial Park, or watch the swans and fish for Arctic grayling in McClintock Bayin April and May.

Nunavut

Canada's newest territory is a great place for memorableskiing, snowmobiling, ice fishing, snowshoeing

or dogsledding adventures. Springwhen the days are growing longer, the temperatures warming and

the ice beginning to flowis perhaps the ideal time to go for a winter vacation.

No other activity defines the Arctic as well as traveling by dog team, over frozen lakes and streams,

through narrow canyons, past enormous glaciers and down frozen river systems through places few

people have ventured. Or mushing to the floe edge(where the frozen ocean meets the open ocean) to

savour magnificent mountain scenery, glaciers, ancient Thule sites and the chance to see a variety of

Arctic wildlife.
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While in Nunavut, view traveling exhibits of Inuit art and artefacts, and shop for Inuit art. Passionate

about wildlife? You'll never forget seeing narwhals up closeatoothed whale that lives year-round in the

Arctic and is distinguished by its unicorn horn, once worth more than its weight in gold. You can also

be adventurous with your palate: dine on Arctic char, turbot, caribou, bannock bread and muktuk (whale

skin).

Sales tip: Wine into winter

Icewine is a rare gift from a magical Canadian winter.

Picked at the coldest moment of a winter's night, each

frozen grape creates just one smooth rich, luxurious drop of

wine. Canada is the world's leader in exporting icewine,

which requires 10 times more grapes than needed for dry

wine. Canadians love icewine so much that we dedicate

whole festivals to it. If your clients appreciate fine wine,

complete with equally fine pairings, suggest they attend one

or more of Canada's Icewine festivals, which in January

include the Niagara Icewine Festivalin southern Ontario,

the Sun Peaks Resort Winter Wine Festival near

Kamloops,BC, and in February include the Nova ScotiaWinter Icewine Festival. Better yet, create a winter

oenophile's odyssey, with stops at all three festivals.

Major Airports

While there are a number of regional airports throughout Canada, the major ones your clients

are likely to pass through are:

Vancouver, BC (YVR)

Calgary, AB (YYC)

Winnipeg, MB (YWG)Toronto, ON (YYZ)

Montral, QC (YUL)

Halifax, NS (YHZ)

Canadian Winter Experiences

Its amazing how many things your clients can do in Canada during winter. To help you create the ideal

holiday for your client, were going to introduce you to a number of experiences that youll be able to

sell.
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Sleep in an Ice Hotel

Open from January to March (weather permitting!), the 30,000-sq-ft (3,000-sq-m) Ice Hotel, built

annually near Qubec City, is an architectural marvel made out of 12,000 tons of snow and 400 tons of

ice. Its walls are covered with original artwork and furniture is carved from ice blocks. The Ice Hotel has

many guest rooms and theme suites, two exhibition rooms, cinema, fireplaces, hot tubs plus chapel,

huge reception room and famed Absolut Ice Bar. Enjoy activities such as dogsledding, helicopter tours,

snowmobiling and ice fishing during your stay.

Savour maple syrup season in Canada

For five generations, the Millette family has maintained the time-honored Qubcois "sugaring-off"

tradition, when sap is tapped from maple trees to create maple syrup. Guests are warmly greeted by

staff dressed in traditional costumes, while a history of the maple grove and guided tours demonstrate

how the sap is tapped, collected into a horse-drawn barrel and gradually transformed into maple syrup.

Enjoy a traditional "sugar shack" meal complemented by warm maple taffy poured over fresh snow whileenjoying storytelling and music by local artists.

Experience a Fire & Ice Adventure in Manitoba

The Fire & Ice Adventure is an unforgettable Arctic-like experience nearChurchill, MB. Participate inInuit traditions like igloo building (for a nights stay if you feel so inclined) and watch as an authentic

dogsled racethe Hudson Bay Questmoves right past your lodge. View the aurora borealis (Northern

Lights) from your hand-built igloo, and take the opportunity to explore and travel like the native peoples

and explorers of yesterday.
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Cat-ski in British Columbia

Climb aboard a snowcata large vehicle with tracks and a large carrier on the back that holds up to 12

people, then head into the backcountrys untracked powder nearFernie, BC. Terrain is predominately

gladed tree skiing, with occasional tree bands leading into open chutes suitable for advanced-

intermediate to advanced skiers. Depending on the group and conditions of the day, you can expect to

get in eight to 10 runs. Cat-ski or cat-snowboard for the day or stay overnight at a luxurious mountain

lodge.

Join a high-adrenalin winter party

The biggest annual gathering of winter sports, music, arts and culture in North America, the TELUS

World Ski & Snowboard Festival in Whistler, BC, combines Canada's largest outdoor concert series with

an eclectic mix of snow sports contests, fashion shows, film screenings, photography showdowns, live

painting and even a dog parade. This 10-day-and-night celebration stays true to its motto: Party in

April. Sleep in May.

Take a fondue snowmobile ride

Drive your own snowmobile or share with a friend as you journey through the forested trails

ofBlackcomb Mountain,BC, under a blanket of stars lighting your way to the top. At the charming,

rustic cabin, step onto the patio to view the spectacular scenery of soaring mountains and Whistler

village down below. Then sit down to an exclusive and remarkable dining experience: a personal chef

presents his local interpretation of a traditional candlelit fondue dinner, accompanied by fine wine and

live entertainment. Romance with a loved one, or enjoy with friends.

Explore the Arctic on floe-edge expedition

Spring inNunavut brings the return of the floe edge, where the frozen ocean meets the open ocean, and

one of natures most amazing landscapes. Travel here to take in magnificent mountain scenery, glaciers

and ancient Thule sites. This expedition explores the land east ofPond Inlet, with Bylot Island

and Sirmilik National Park on one side and the towering, glacier-clad mountains ofBaffin Island on the

other. Stay in a comfortable base camp, and take the time to fully appreciate the landscape of sea, iceand icebergs. Look for polar bears, seals, and an incredible variety of seabirds. Narwhal, bowhead and

beluga whales also frequent these icy waters.
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Celebrate Icewine in Ontario

For ten days in January the Niagara region in Ontariois transformed into a wintery wonderland,

celebrating one of Canadas most cherished products, icewine. From gala evenings, ornate ice bars and

icewine dinners to roasting chestnuts, icewine grape picking and winter tours along Niagaras famed

wine route, the annual edition of the Niagara Icewine Festivaloffers plenty for every taste.

Dogsled in the Yukon

Enjoy a premier dogsledding adventure in the Yukon. Mush your own team of lovable huskies through

true wilderness. Expert guides love sharing the Yukon's wilderness with guests. The magnificent sled

dogs have been bred and trained with such devotion that they are a part of the family. Experience one

of the most beautiful areas of true wilderness remaining in the world.

Watch the Northern Lights from a traditional caribou tent

Spend an unforgettable night in a caribou tent, viewing the aurora borealis from the comfort of your own

private and unique Northern Lights viewing facility. Participate in a number ofYukon festivals and

events, such as the Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous, a fun-filled week of events aimed at curing cabin

fever with raucous entertainment in the form of competitions like flour packing, dog races, whip sawing

and chainsaw chucking. The Frostbite Music Festival brings together a mix of talented and widelyrecognized musicians from local, national and international stages for three non-stop days of sizzling

main-stage performances, workshops and dancing. And witness the toughest dogsled race in the world

Yukon Quest, the 1,000-mi International Sled Dog Race.
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View the worlds greatest light show from the best seat on earth

To the Inuit of Hudson Bay, they were heavenly torches guiding spirits through the domed sky to the

heavens. What will you see when the magnificent midnight skies shimmer? Located 20 minutes east

ofYellowknife, NWT,Aurora Villageis nestled under the Aurora Oval, one of the best places on earth to

view the Northern Lights. During the tour, from your heated tipi, youll see curtains of color glow and

flicker, vanish, then reappear. Your panoramic view offers no distractions from city lightsjust the eerie

dance of brilliant yellow-green, violet and blue to dazzle you. Village guests can also enjoy ice fishing,

snowmobiling, snowshoeing, dogsledding and caribou viewing.

Join an adventure designed by the Arctics true survivors

Nunavik (a.k.a. Northern Quebec)is a vast span of wild tundra, mountains, roaring rivers, and ice-blue

lakes. Here, in the worlds toughest proving ground, a rare adventure awaits.Expert Inuit instructors at

the Nunavik Arctic Survival Training Centre (NASTC) provide world-class outdoor survival training

classes as well as guided eco-travel tours combining authentic Arctic adventure with the sharing of

traditional Arctic living skills.Join thrilling expeditions by dogsled and snowmobile. Youll get closer to the

Inuit people and their cultural heritage.

Join in a Canadian winter celebration

Every February, Canadas Capital Region hostsWinterlude. Hundreds of thousands of residents and

visitors in hats, scarves and mitts, come out to celebrate the joys of winter in Canadas capital city,

Ottawa. Three fun-filled weekends of excitement and activity await the whole family! Skate on

the worlds largest skating rink, right in the heart of the capital. Marvel at majestic snow sculptures

and glittering ice sculptures, or enjoy spectacular shows under the winter sky. Winterlude is a great way

to take in the best of our Canadian winter.

Ski the best of the best

Whether its schussing down the Olympic-tested slopes atWhistler Blackcomb, sampling knee-deep

champagne powder at Big Whitein BCs interior, skiing on 8,000 acres of ski terrain in Banff National

Park or sampling Qubcois cuisine and schussing down runs atMont Tremblant, avid skiers around theworld put Canada at the top of their ski vacation list of destinations.
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Explore Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park

Developed for the 1988 Winter Olympic Games Nordic events,Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial

Park nearCalgary, AB, remains a world-class facility. The centre is one of the top cross-country, biathlon

and mountain-bike destinations in the world. More than 37 mi (65 km) of groomed and track-set trails

for all ability levels in both classic and skating technique beckon cross-country skiers.

Try your hand at ice fishing in Saskatchewan

By late December, ice on most Saskatchewan lakes is usually thick enough to support vehicles and

fishing equipment. Walleye are plentiful, while northern pike, perch, whitefish, trout and burbot are also

common. Thawing is rare before mid-March. The three-month season gives winter anglers ample time

and opportunity to get out on the ice.Ice fishing requires relatively little equipment. A good ice auger is

a must, along with ice-fishing line, tackle, bait and warm clothing. Portable fishing shacks or tents

provide shelter on the coldest days, but many ice fishers prefer to be out in the sunshine under an

endless blue sky.
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