Manitoba is Canada’s 8th largest province and it’s packed full of adventure. As the eastern gateway to the Prairies, the province is diverse with a range of landscapes, climates and cultural experiences. Here you’ll find over 100,000 lakes, thousands of years worth of history, dynamic cities, and fabulous landscapes. While drastically underrated when compared to other, more popular, Canadian provinces, Manitoba holds its own when it comes to offering a plethora of things to do, see, and discover!
The Prairies, known for being flat, are flat enough for the horizon to be very long and the sky very big. This region offers a blend of natural beauty, wide-open spaces, and a sense of tranquility. The Canadian prairies are primarily located in the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, also just next to British Columbia.
Central Canada is a remarkable place with almost half of the Canadian population of approximately 35 Million that live here. Made up of the huge provinces of Ontario and Quebec, the region is home to both the country’s capital, Ottawa, and its two most populated cities, Toronto and Montreal.
Canada’s Northern Territories make up 48 percent of Canada’s total land mass, however, this region is home to only 0.5 percent of the country’s population. It feels largely undiscovered, and yet, the wonders here are undeniable. It’s home to the Northern Lights that illuminate the skies, stunning craggy mountain ranges, Arctic tundra, and some of the most pristine wildernesses on Earth.
Farthest east, the Atlantic Canada region is made up of four provinces, Newfoundland, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Nova Scotia. Made up of rocky coasts, this region has plenty to offer for adventure seekers. Pine forests and rocky cliffs dominate New Bunswick’s unspoiled landscape, while puffins and icebergs are visible in the rugged stretches of Newfoundland and Labrador.
The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Canadian Rockies mountain range is filled with inspiring scenery including jagged snow-capped peaks famed for skiing, glistening alpine lakes including Lake Louise, shimmering glaciers such as the famed Athabasca Glacier, cascading waterfalls like Takakkaw Falls and endless outdoor activities and recreation sites.
With more lakes than all the other countries in the world combined, Canada has no shortage of lakes to visit which spread across all ten provinces and three territories. It’s true that where there are mountains, there are lakes, and there's something particularly special about the serene Lakes of Canada. Glaciers create those unforgettable turquoise blue hues that make Canada's lakes world-famous and exquisitely picturesque.
With its European roots and its close proximity to the United States, Canada’s traditions are a unique blend of several cultures. From the First Nations to the French, English, Scottish, Danish, and Irish settlers during the early years of the Country’s forming, Canada has developed a rich tradition all of its own.
Canada is a fascinating country full of natural wonders and unique history. These sites, ranging from the depths of wilderness to bustling cosmopolitan centers, highlight the history of Canada’s inhabitants going back as far as 6,000 years ago.
Canada is a massive and stunning country with endless nature and adventure to be had! The country is small in population but big on land, with never-ending pristine wilderness and breathtaking landscapes to discover. Canada is covered with beautiful forests dotted with pristine lakes, endless prairies, and the rugged Arctic where animals outnumber humans.