Video | Northwest Passage
By Adventure Canada
The first European to sail the infamous Northwest Passage, Roald Amundsen took a remarkably different approach than other explorers at the time. Watch to learn about the lessons he took from Inuit along the way, and how they were instrumental in his successful passage and his later expedition to Antarctica.
Video | Canadian High Arctic and Greenland
By Adventure Canada
In the Nares Strait, between Nunavut’s Ellesmere Island and northwestern Greenland, lies a tiny island just over a square kilometre in size. Learn more about the history of the friendly rivalry of this disputed territory in this video, then raise a toast to Hans Island!
© Pierre Richard
Photo Story | Antarctica
By Pierre Richard
The Antarctic Peninsula and Southern Ocean islands are populated by five seal and sea lion species, which you can easily spot from a respectful distance. Enjoy stories and some fun facts about these five iconic Antarctic species.
© Dennis Minty
Article | Newfoundland and Labrador
By Adventure Canada
If you’re wondering when you should plan your next trip to Newfoundland, you’re not alone! Deciding what you want to experience during your time there will help you choose when to go. We make the case for two great options: early summer and autumn.
Video | Canadian High Arctic and Greenland
By Adventure Canada
An astounding amount of the world’s accessible fresh water lies within Greenland’s ice sheet. As climate change radically alters the Arctic environment, Greenland’s ice sheet is shrinking. Find out more about the huge implications this will have in our changing world.
© Dennis Minty
Photo Story | Canadian High Arctic and Greenland
By Adventure Canada
Can’t decide where to travel to in Greenland? Enjoy this list of seven of our favourite places to visit on the world’s biggest island. Whether you love bustling cities, the remote outdoors, or historical wonders, a trip to Greenland offers something for everyone.
Video | Iceland
By Adventure Canada
On November 14, 1963, the island of Surtsey was born—one of the newest islands in the world, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and an area off-limits to human interference. Learn more about Iceland’s claim to modern-day geological fame in this video.
