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The trips you can’t plan from a search engine. One painter’s Ontario. A waterway traced lock by lock. The birthplace of Cirque du Soleil. Curated Canadian stories, mapped for the modern road-tripper — with interactive routes, stop-by-stop plans, and the places search engines miss.

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Bow Valley Parkway Guide
A slow 48-km Rockies drive past waterfalls, castle peaks, and wildlife corridors.

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Top 10 Lists

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Top 10 Canadian Towns for Dog Sledding Adventures

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Top 10 Towns with Unique Festivals

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Top 10 Towns with the Perfect Picnic Spot

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Top 10 Towns with Postcard Views

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Top 10 Fun Summer Festivals

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Top 10 Towns with Exceptional Ski Resorts

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Top 10 Towns with Delightful Cafes

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Top 10 Towns with a Magnet For Hikers

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Top 10 Towns with Lovely Seaside Views

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Top 10 Towns to See Wildlife

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Top 10 Towns to Go Horseback Riding

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Top 10 Towns for Foodies

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Top 10 Picturesque Towns in Quebec
Top 10 Picturesque Towns in Quebec
Cobblestone streets, church steeples, and river views — 10 Quebec towns that look like they belong on a postcard from another century.
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Fall Summer
Top 8 Places for Biking
Top 8 Places for Biking
#1000towns choice By Kaitlyn Hui   We all need exercise, especially considering how the COVID-19 pandemic affected our way of life. With our sedentary behaviour…
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Top 10 Farmers’ Markets in Small Towns
Top 10 Farmers’ Markets in Small Towns
Local produce, artisan crafts, and community spirit — Ontario markets lead the way.
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Fall Summer
Top 10 Haunted Locations | Part 2
Top 10 Haunted Locations | Part 2
Welcome back to Haunted Canada Part 2! Get ready to be thrilled by the top haunted locations across Canada.   #5 West Point Lighthouse Town:…
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Fall Summer
Top 10 Haunted Locations | Part 1
Top 10 Haunted Locations | Part 1
Ghost stories and other urban legends are a staple of most people’s childhoods. Trying to scare friends with terrifying tales of the undead has given…
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Fall Summer
Top 5 Hidden Gems in Alberta
Top 5 Hidden Gems in Alberta
In life sometimes we want to search for the unexpected. Now we all know about Alberta’s natural beauty, its most famous lakes, parks etc. However,…
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Fall Summer
Lake Louise : Why is It So Popular?
Lake Louise : Why is It So Popular?
An attraction known for its immense natural beauty (leaving Niagara)  is Lake Louise, found in Banff National Park. History Lake Louise is a Glacial Lake…
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Fall Summer
Top 5 Golf Courses to Checkout
Top 5 Golf Courses to Checkout
As more of you are getting vaccinated by the day, it’s time to pack your bags and visit all the top 5 golf courses this…
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Fall Summer
The Most Beautiful Gardens in British Columbia
The Most Beautiful Gardens in British Columbia
British Columbia is full of amazing outdoor experiences and adventures. From skiing in Whistler to hiking in the ancient forests, there are so many outdoor…
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