Canada

A country of diverse landscapes from the largest mountains of the Rockies to the endless plains of Saskatchewan and Manitoba, and quaint fishing communities of the Atlantic provinces.


The great land of Canada - a vast country covering an area of 3,511,000 sq miles (approx 9,093,500 sq kilometres) and occupying a major portion of northern North America. Canada shares borders with 13 US States in the south (including those fringing the great lakes), plus the State of Alaska which borders both British Columbia and the Yukon Territory.

Canada has ten provinces namely: British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, and three territories: Yukon Territory, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut. Canada is the largest country on the North American continential plate. It has the longest coastline in the world at 243,000 kilometres (approx 151,000 miles) bordering with the Pacific Ocean, Arctic Ocean, and the Atlantic Ocean.

The largest city, Toronto is situated in the province of Ontario and holds a current population of approximately 2,503,281. Although the capital city of Canada as a whole is Ottawa, each Province or Territory also has its own captial city, namely:

  • British Columbia - Victoria
  • Alberta - Edmonton
  • Saskatchewan - Regina
  • Manitoba - Winnipeg
  • Ontario - Toronto
  • Quebec - Quebec City
  • New Brunswick - Fredericton
  • Nova Scotia - Halifax
  • Prince Edward Island - Charlottetown
  • Newfoundland Labrador - St John's
  • Yukon Territory - Whitehorse
  • Northwest Territories - Yellowknife
  • Nunavut - Iqaluit


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photo of Serenity And Crowds Of Algonquin Provincial Park Ontario Serenity And Crowds Of Algonquin Provincial Park Ontario
Yes, a contradiction in terms but the location of Rock Lake at Algonquin Provincial Park is so serene but the crowds are crazy especially during fall.
September 27, 2007:
This morning we made our plan to scoot straight across to Algonquin...
photo of Visit To Parc Omega In Montebello Quebec Visit To Parc Omega In Montebello Quebec
Cute, furry critters at Parc Omega in the town of Montebello as we near the end of our journey through beautiful Quebec.
September 26, 2007:
Today we drew closer to the provincial border of Ontario - although...
photo of La Mauricie National Park Quebec Canada La Mauricie National Park Quebec Canada
Wildlife and wilderness in Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier, and full moon over La Mauricie National Park in Quebec, Canada.
September 25, 2007:
After a long string of fine days, today dawned a little on the gloomy...
photo of Beautiful Fall In Parc National De La Jacques Cartier Quebec Beautiful Fall In Parc National De La Jacques Cartier Quebec
We're in photographers heaven as we explore the beautiful Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier with trees draped in fall colours.
September 24, 2007:
Another picture from our day in Parc national de la...
photo of Parc National De La Jacques Cartier Quebec Canada Parc National De La Jacques Cartier Quebec Canada
It's a symphony of colour in Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier in the province of Quebec, Canada.
September 24, 2007:
We made our way to the Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier today, only a...
photo of Walking Through The Old Town District Of Quebec City Canada Walking Through The Old Town District Of Quebec City Canada
Armed with our essential good walking shoes, we take a day to explore the old town district of Quebec City (Vieux Quebec).
September 23, 2007:
It was a 15-20 minute drive into the heart of Quebec City from our...
photo of Stirrings Of Fall In Parc National Du Mont Tremblant Quebec Stirrings Of Fall In Parc National Du Mont Tremblant Quebec
A day spent in the serene surroundings of the Parc national du Mont Tremblant of Quebec, with the early stirrings of fall evident in every direction.
September 22, 2007:
One of the pictures from our day of exploring Parc national du Mont...
photo of Fall Colours Of Parc National Du Mont Tremblant Quebec Canada Fall Colours Of Parc National Du Mont Tremblant Quebec Canada
The intensity of the fall colours seem to increase with each day during our stay in the Parc national du Mont Tremblant in the province of Quebec, Canada.
September 22, 2007:
It sure is nice to be out in the wilderness again after being in the...
photo of Glorious Parc National Du Mont Tremblant Quebec Glorious Parc National Du Mont Tremblant Quebec
We finally head out of the city of Montreal and into the serenity of Parc national du Mont Tremblant, a provincial park in Quebec.
September 21, 2007:
After a week in Montreal, it's time to hit the road again. By now the...
photo of Night Scene In Montreal Quebec Canada Night Scene In Montreal Quebec Canada
Rolf heads out on his own to capture the night scene and atmosphere in the city of Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
September 20, 2007:
Another fine evening drives Rolf out to photograph more in the city of...
photo of Biodome Olympic Stadium And Botanical Gardens Of Montreal Canada Biodome Olympic Stadium And Botanical Gardens Of Montreal Canada
Exploring more of Montreal city on foot including the Biodome, the infamous Olympic Stadium, and botanical gardens - just to name a few.
September 19, 2007:
Our next photo shoot was to various locations in the city. We headed for...
photo of Day Tripping Through Old Town Montreal Quebec Day Tripping Through Old Town Montreal Quebec
Quaint cobbled streets, grand architecture, and history dominate a visit to the old town of Montreal City, Quebec, Canada.
September 18, 2007:
After the excitement of the Genesis concert, we ended up staying in...
photo of Genesis Concert Montreal Canada Genesis Concert Montreal Canada
A little break from the norm, we attend a Genesis concert at the Olympic Stadium in Montreal, Canada.
September 14, 2007:
We spent half the day travelling to Montreal from Quebec City yesterday...
photo of Whale Watching Fin Whales From Tadoussac Quebec Whale Watching Fin Whales From Tadoussac Quebec
Excited to see the Fin Whales but not so exciting were the crowds in Tadoussac, Quebec, Canada.
September 12, 2007:
Yesterday was a wet and miserable day, so we used it to travel. From...
photo of Lands End On The Gaspesie Peninsula Of Quebec Lands End On The Gaspesie Peninsula Of Quebec
Exploring the coastline and national park of Land's End on the Gaspesie Peninsula of Quebec, Canada.
September 10, 2007:
We spent part of the morning exploring the town of Perce before...
photo of Perce Rock Sunset Gaspesie Peninsula Quebec Perce Rock Sunset Gaspesie Peninsula Quebec
Sunset heralds the end of a beautiful day, day 1 in Quebec on the Gaspesie Peninsula - Land's End.
September 9, 2007:
Sunset over the town of Perce and Perce Rock, Parc National de...
photo of New Carlisle Quebec New Carlisle Quebec
A cute character painted onto a fire hydrant makes for an interesting drive through the main street of New Carlisle in Quebec.
Here are a couple of pics from our day of travels on Sep 9th.

Decorated Fire Hydrant...

photo of Farewell New Brunswick Hello Quebec Farewell New Brunswick Hello Quebec
Crossing provincial borders between New Brunswick and Quebec also means a quick change in language.
September 9, 2007:
After a peaceful night in Mount Carleton Provincial Park we packed up and...
photo of Fredericton To Hartland And Beyond In New Brunswick Fredericton To Hartland And Beyond In New Brunswick
A whirlwind tour of Fredericton in the sweltering heat, a covered bridge in Hartland, then a look at the highest peak in New Brunswick.
September 8, 2007:
A night didn't do anything to cool the air temperature and the camper was...
photo of Grand Manan Island In New Brunswick Canada Grand Manan Island In New Brunswick Canada
There was to be no tour to see the North Atlantic Right Whales but we enjoyed a scenic tour of Grand Manan Island instead.
September 7, 2007:
As much as we tried to establish if a tour was departing today, no one...
photo of Bustling City Of Saint John New Brunswick Bustling City Of Saint John New Brunswick
The largest city in New Brunswick, Saint John which is nicknamed Port City, has streets which bustle with activity and reversing waterfalls.
September 6, 2007:
Leaving Hidden Valley Campground, we headed straight for the information...
photo of Coastal Geology At The Hopewell Rocks Bay Of Fundy New Brunswick Coastal Geology At The Hopewell Rocks Bay Of Fundy New Brunswick
A morning ear tagged for a stroll through the coastal formations of the Bay of Fundy at the Hopewell Rocks in New Brunswick.
September 5, 2007:
A visit to the New Brunswick portion of the Bay of Fundy is never...
photo of Historic Places On Prince Edward Island Historic Places On Prince Edward Island
Home to a population of Canadians referred to as "Islanders", Prince Edward Island is the smallest province in Canada, but big on history.
September 4, 2007:
Bright sunlight streaming in through the skylight above the bed woke us...
photo of Joggins Bay Of Fundy Fossil Discovery Nova Scotia Joggins Bay Of Fundy Fossil Discovery Nova Scotia
We visit and forage around the fossil cliffs in the town of Joggins on the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia.
September 3, 2007:
Waking to a gray and windy morning, we continued around Cape Chignecto...
photo of Extreme Tides And Tidal Bores Fundy Shore Ecotour Extreme Tides And Tidal Bores Fundy Shore Ecotour
A day of waiting but it paid off as the predictable Bay of Fundy tides delivered a tidal bore in Truro, Nova Scotia.
September 2, 2007:
The rain just kept coming down yesterday, so we ended up staying in...
photo of Cat Naps Through History In Grand Pre Nova Scotia Cat Naps Through History In Grand Pre Nova Scotia
Travelling from the coast of the Bay of Fundy, we arrive at an ancient Acadian settlement area to explore the national historic site in Grand Pre, Nova Scotia.
August 31, 2007:
In case you hadn't noticed, Canada can lay claim to having many National...
photo of Nooks And Crannies Of The Bay Of Fundy Nova Scotia Nooks And Crannies Of The Bay Of Fundy Nova Scotia
A day of diverse landscapes from the lush waterways of Kejimkujik National Park to the many communities lining the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia.
August 30, 2007:
The fresh air and paddling from the night before left us feeling pleasantly...
photo of Markets In Annapolis Royal And Canoeing Kejimkujik NP Markets In Annapolis Royal And Canoeing Kejimkujik NP
History old and new abounds in Annapolis Royal while the quiet wilderness of the Kejimkujik National Park in Nova Scotia beckons.
I'm casting you back a few months now as I continue to bring you up to date with our Canada travels...
photo of Polar Bear Environment Churchill Manitoba Polar Bear Environment Churchill Manitoba
The polar bear feels most at home in the bitter cold environment of Hudson Bay near Churchill, Manitoba and four other countries which surround the North Pole.

Churchill: October 21 - November 6, 2007.
Polar Bear, Ursus maritimus, in...
photo of Canadian Eskimo Dog Hudson Bay Canada Canadian Eskimo Dog Hudson Bay Canada
A cute white Canadian Eskimo Dog near the shores of Hudson Bay in Manitoba, Canada.

Churchill: October 21 - November 6, 2007.
Canadian Eskimo Dog, Canis...
photo of Lake Sunset Churchill Manitoba Canada Lake Sunset Churchill Manitoba Canada
A vivid sunset sets the sky above a frozen lake alight near Churchill, Manitoba, Canada.

Churchill: October 21 - November 6, 2007.
Sunset over a frozen lake in...
photo of Hudson Bay Sunset Manitoba Canada Hudson Bay Sunset Manitoba Canada
The sunset reflects on the icy rocks surrounding the coast of Hudson Bay near the town of Churchill in Manitoba, Canada.

Churchill: October 21 - November 6, 2007.
Sunset over the rocky coastline...
photo of Polar Bear Habitat Hudson Bay Manitoba Polar Bear Habitat Hudson Bay Manitoba
The perfect habitat for a polar bear is the icy tundra along the shores of Hudson Bay in Manitoba near Churchill.

Churchill: October 21 - November 6, 2007.
Polar Bear, Ursus maritimus,...
photo of Churchill Aurora Borealis Picture Churchill Aurora Borealis Picture
A stunning show of lights from the Aurora borealis aka northern lights, over the town of Churchill, Manitoba.

Churchill: October 21 - November 6, 2007.
Northern Lights, Aurora...
photo of Polar Bear Sign Polar Bear Sign
Not a sign to be taken lightly - these polar bear alert signs are dotted along the coastline and in the town of Churchill, Manitoba.
Churchill: October 21 - November 6, 2007.
Polar Bear alert sign along the coastline of...
photo of Picture Of A Walking Polar Bear Churchill Picture Of A Walking Polar Bear Churchill
With its nose on full alert, a polar bear walks across the icy tundra near the town of Churchill, Manitoba, Canada.

Churchill: October 21 - November 6, 2007.
Polar bears, Churchill,...
photo of Arctic Fox Picture Hudson Bay Arctic Fox Picture Hudson Bay
A cute arctic fox darts across an icy puddle near the shores of Hudson Bay in the Manitoba.

Churchill: October 21 - November 6, 2007.
Arctic Fox, Alopex lagopus,...
photo of Cute Puppies Churchill Manitoba Cute Puppies Churchill Manitoba
A pair of cute Canadian Eskimo Dog puppies cuddling up against the cold in Churchill, Manitoba, Canada.

Churchill: October 21 - November 6, 2007.
Canadian Eskimo Dog puppies,...
photo of Full Moon Churchill Manitoba Canada Full Moon Churchill Manitoba Canada
A red full moon rises up over the tundra near the town of Churchill in Manitoba, Canada.

Churchill: October 21 - November 6, 2007
Full red moon over the tundra in...
photo of Cute Sleeping Polar Bear Picture Cute Sleeping Polar Bear Picture
A cute young polar bear takes a nap on a rocky ledge near Churchill in Manitoba, Canada.

Churchill: October 21 - November 6, 2007
Polar Bear, Ursus maritimus, in...
photo of Northern Lights Over Churchill Manitoba Northern Lights Over Churchill Manitoba
During the frigid clear evenings of winter over the shores of Hudson Bay and the town of Churchill, Manitoba the Northern Lights can appear - dancing to their own rhythm.

Churchill: October 21 - November 6, 2007.
Northern Lights, Aurora...
photo of Hudson Bay Coastline Manitoba Canada Hudson Bay Coastline Manitoba Canada
The rugged coastline of Hudson Bay in Manitoba, Canada becomes icy during mid to late fall.

Churchill: October 21 - November 6, 2007.
Rugged icy coastline of Hudson...
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