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The Canadian North - Iqaluit, Nunavut
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  • jamiesno
  • Updated By jamiesno on November 11, 2004
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  • Husky dog between Iqaluit and Apex - Canada
    Husky dog between Iqaluit and
    Apex
    by jamiesno
    Most of Canadians live along the Canada / USA border but if you want to get off the beaten path and really explore Canada. If you are an adventurer willing to make the trek and see how the rest of Canada lives you should go to the Canadian north.

    I have been fortunate to explore several parts of the Canadian north so far and in this tip I am recommending Iqaluit in Nunavut, Canada's newest territory!

    It's home to an amazing House of Assembly, the Canadian Inuit dog, Inuit people, raw northern landscapes, unique cultures, polar bears and economic growth potential.

    I have a link to a seperate Iqaluit web page here on VT however you are just scratching Nunavut's surface by getting to Iqaluit, as you will see from the map, it's hard to grasp how big and remote this territory really is. I trust you would enjoy your visit here!

    Where is your sense of adventure?

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    The Canadian North - Yellowknife, NWT
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  • jamiesno
  • By jamiesno on November 11, 2004
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  • Cameron Falls near Yellowknife, NWT - Canada
    Cameron Falls near
    Yellowknife, NWT
    by jamiesno
    Continuing with my Canadian North series of tips Yellowknife is a beautiful modern capital city located in the North West Territories.

    The drive to Yellowknife is full of amazing waterfalls, wild buffalo, over 12 different aboriginal dialects, massive diamond fields and immense outdoor activity opportunities.

    Arguably the best fish I have ever eaten was at a place called Bullock's in Yelloknife. I have a link provided to a page dedicated completly to this location.

    The customer service, dining opportunities and shopping all deserve very high rating regardless of location but certainly in the north.

    Put on your trekking shoes and take the challenge to get way up here north of the 60th parrallel.

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    The Canadian North - Labrador
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  • By jamiesno on November 11, 2004
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  • The Grand / Churchill River before Muskrat Falls - Canada
    The Grand / Churchill River
    before Muskrat Falls
    by jamiesno
    Labrador is a very unique and distinct region of the Canadian North and part of the province of Newfoudland and Labrador.

    Labrador is a very big region with three different aboriginal influences, a young history of european settlers to the area.

    It is very remote and another area where you have to prepare for the challenge but when you get here there is ample adventure and landscapes for you to enjoy!

    I have a special page dedicated specifically to Labrador and I hope you enjoy!!

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    The Canadian North - Whitehorse, Yukon
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  • By jamiesno on November 11, 2004
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  • View from Grey Mountain, Whitehorse, Yukon - Canada
    View from Grey Mountain,
    Whitehorse, Yukon
    by jamiesno
    The Yukon! Whitehorse is a very modern capital and what a place to live if you are into outdoor activities.

    If you haven't been able to tell I am a fan of the Canadian north!

    Every place has its own unique history and claim to fame! Here in Whitehorse it's the infamous gold rush!! This history is very rich and adds to the immense character of this region of Canada. I have a link specifically to a Whitehorse page.

    The Yukon is also home to Dawson City, Canada's highest peak and a very close proximity to Alaska which makes for great day tripping from Whitehorse.

    Beleive me there is something about this place you will enjoy!!! The bald eagles, rivers, valleys, mountains, the list goes on :-)

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    Old west coast tree harvesting
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  • Updated By bkathryn on September 24, 2002
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  • 'Spring board' holes - Canada
    'Spring board' holes
    by bkathryn
    In August 2001, on BC's Sunshine coast, on one of our excursions off the boat, we had a great view of these old spring board holes. These would have been cut into the base of a tree that was to be cut down. The 'spring board' was inserted in the hole and the faller stood on the board so as to cut above the area of butt swell on the tree trunk.

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    Glacial waters
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  • Updated By Fudge on November 4, 2002
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  • Refreshing Glacial waters of Banff - Canada
    Refreshing Glacial waters
    of Banff
    by Fudge
    On the way to Banff National Park, we stopped by this beautiful glacier. The interesting thing was we learnt about the history of glacier formation and appreciated it even more. Considering the history of those glaciers, I'm most impressed by the grandeur. We also learnt about how the ice comes crashing down quite suddenly in an avalanche.

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    Visit Vancouver's Maritime Museum
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  • Updated By Paul2001 on December 14, 2002
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  • St. Roch Emblem - Canada
    St. Roch Emblem
    by Paul2001
    What makes this sight so special is the St. Roch. This two mast schooner has been completely renovated and sits inside a wing of the museum. The St. Roch is actually the first vessel to circumnavigate North America. No easy task when you consider the Northwest Passage. The voyage was conducted by the RCMP in order to reinforce Canada's soverignty over it's Artic Frontier. The exhibit of the St. Roch gives the observer a great idea how difficult an ordeal this voyage was.

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  • Website: www.vmm.bc.ca
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    Dr. Sun Yat-sen Classical Chinese Garden
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  • By Paul2001 on October 25, 2004
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  • Dr. Sun Yat-sen Classical Chinese Garden - Canada
    Dr. Sun Yat-sen Classical
    Chinese Garden
    by Paul2001
    The Dr. Sun Yat-sen Classical Chinese Garden is a chinese garden located in Vancouver's busy Chinatown. The garden was designed to resemble Taoist gardens in China where one went to experience tranquility. Being located in such a crowded and bustling section of Vancouver you will find that dropping in on the park can be a welcome relief.
    The Dr. Sun Yat-sen Classical Chinese Garden was created in 1985-86 and was the first full scale Chinese garden constructed outside of China. It was created along the same lines as those of the Ming Dynasty. The plants grown in the garden are the same that you would find in China. Each plant is meant to set a certain mood. The garden is named after Dr. Sun Yat-Sen, considered to be the father of Modern China.
    The hours of the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden vary dramatically throughout the year. Check the website below for the time of season you will be visiting. It costs $8.25 for an adult ticket.
    The garden is located at 578 Carrall Street,
    west of downtown Vancouver.

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  • Phone: (604) 662-3207
  • Website: www.vancouverchinesegarden.com/
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    Nitobe Memorial Garden in Vancouver
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  • By Paul2001 on March 29, 2004
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  • Nitobe Memorial Garden, Vancouver - Canada
    Nitobe Memorial Garden,
    Vancouver
    by Paul2001
    Vancouver's Nitobe Memorial Garden is a recreation of a traditional Japanese. It has a pleasant atmosphere that will remind any traveler who has visited Japan of their tranquil gardens.
    The Nitobe Memorial Garden is located on the campus of the University of British Columbia. Because of this and visit here can be combined with a tour of the Museum of Anthropology nearby. The garden covers an area of 70 acres and has more than 10,000 different kinds of plant species within. The garden is dedicated to a Japanese scholar who died while visiting Canada in 1933.
    The Nitobe Memorial Garden is from Monday to Friday from 10am to 2:30pm. Admission is $2.50.

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    THERE IS A LOT TO DO IN QUEBEC
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  • By RafaelTheSecond on July 31, 2005
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  • Canada is my second home! - Canada
    Canada is my second home!
    by RafaelTheSecond
    Not only you, but also the canadians dream about goping to Quebec, but if once you come in the winter, please pay attention in the surroundings of the city, and you will find a wonderful place in the mountains...

    SAINTE ANNE!!! :)

    In my opinion it is the best place for skiing in Quebec Province, at least it is not so Hollywood style like Tremblent.

    I love Tremblent for sure, but in Sainte Anne you will be more in touch with the winderful Quebecois!

    February 2005

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