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13/08/2024

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16/07/2024

The Arctic Archipelago, situated at the extreme north of the North American continent, is made up of more than 36,000 islands. Guide Candice Stuart shares her photos and experiences from the High Arctic in the latest issue of Northern Soul.

The Arctic Archipelago, situated at the extreme north of the North American continent, is made up of more than 36,000 islands. Guide Candice Stuart shares her p

09/07/2024

What connects us to a place? Charles McNeill, the former UN forest advisor, shares the deep family ties and spiritual connection that bind him to BC’s Bowen Island in the latest issue of Northern Soul.

Charles McNeill, former UN forest advisor, shares the deep family ties and spiritual connection that bind him to BC’s Bowen Island.View the story

02/07/2024

Have you seen the new Canadian Canoe Museum? The 65,000-square-foot Canadian Canoe Museum and its 5-acre waterfront location in Peterborough Ontario is the culmination of the dreams, passion and hard work of a whole community.

The new 65,000-square-foot Canadian Canoe Museum and its 5-acre waterfront location in Peterborough Ontario is the culmination of the dreams, passion and hard

25/06/2024

Explore the historic and natural wonders of Quebec’s Parc national d’Opemican, bordered by Lac Témiscamingue and Lac Kipawa. The park protects a sample of the Southern Laurentians region.

Explore the historic and natural wonders of Quebec’s Parc national d’Opemican, bordered by Lac Témiscamingue and Lac Kipawa. The park protects a sample of

18/06/2024

Photographer Chris Attrell captures the soul of southwestern Saskatchewan through his pictures of rural ruins. His goal is to capture the beauty of the abandoned buildings and preserve the essence of the community.

Read his story and see Chris’s incredible photography in the latest issue of Northern Soul Magazine

Photographer Chris Attrell captures the soul of southwestern Saskatchewan through his pictures of rural ruins. His goal is to capture the beauty of the abandone

10/06/2024

What does social sustainability mean when it comes to architecture and how does it impact travel? Writer Maryam Siddiqi () puts those questions to award-winning Canadian architect Heather Dubbeldam of Dubbeldam Architecture + Design in the latest issue of Northern Soul magazine. Destination Ontario World Of Hyatt Travel Yukon DUBBELDAM Architecture + Design

Award-winning Toronto-based architect Heather Dubbeldam discusses how social sustainability in architecture includes designing spaces that have a sense of ident

01/06/2024

Travel is inherently about connecting with community. But for a community to be ready to engage with travellers, it first needs to be a good and happy place to call home.

This summer issue of Northern Soul features tourism through the lens of community. We spotlight initiatives that come from the residents themselves, as well as people and businesses who work to support the fabric of their communities. We’ve also curated a collection of stories from Canada’s islands, because where is community more vividly apparent than on an island?

Thank you for joining our community of like-minded travellers: https://northernsoul.landsby.ca/northern-soul-magazine-vol-4/index.html

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Cover image: Gros Morne National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Newfoundland Labrador Tourism Photographer: Dru Kennedy

16/05/2024

Conservation and tourism go hand in hand at the Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area. Read “Secrets of the Inland Sea” in the latest issue of Northern Soul (link in bio) to discover more about this special location. .canada

08/05/2024

With the ocean at its doorstep and the temperate rainforest in its backyard, Victoria is a city deeply connected to nature and rooted in its Indigenous history. Beyond the brightly lit legislative buildings, you'll discover a provincial capital brimming with community-minded residents. Photo: The rocks near Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Site by Destination BC/Reuben Krabbe

With the ocean at its doorstep and the temperate rainforest in its backyard, Victoria is a city deeply connected to nature and rooted in its Indigenous history.

30/04/2024

“People want to take part in the reconciliation. They’re proud to be wearing a product that’s made in Canada by First Nations people,” says Jason Picard-Binet, owner of in Wendake, Quebec. Read 'Heart + Sole' in our latest issue of Northern Soul to learn about how this Indigenous business is creating quality products while staying true to the community.

Bastien Industries produces authentic moccasins rooted in the culture and traditions of Huron-Wendake First Nations in Quebec. View the story

25/04/2024

Explore the rugged coastlines and mesmerizing Acadian forest trails of Fundy National Park, which as its name suggests, sit on the shores of the Bay of Fundy, home to the world’s highest tides and some of the most captivating landscapes in the country.

Nestled in the heart of New Brunswick, Fundy National Park is located on the Bay of Fundy, which is home to the world's highest tides and some of the most capti

23/04/2024

Humpback whales have made a big comeback in the North Pacific. They are among the first whales to arrive off the BC coast in the spring and they are a perennial favourite among the staff at the Fin Island Research Station.

Among the first whales to arrive in the springtime are the humpbacks. With their dramatic antics, they are a perennial favourite among the staff at the Fin Isla

22/04/2024

At Landsby, our purpose is to empower travellers to explore Canada responsibly and create deeper connections to the country’s culture, land and community.

The Landsby Learning Gardens at The Mabin School supports our values by contributing positively to [Regeneration] the regeneration of natural environments, [Respect] showing respect for local cultures, traditions and the natural world and [Inclusivity] welcoming and valuing diversity and communities.

15/04/2024

Every year, massive chunks of ancient ice break off from glaciers in Greenland and the Canadian Arctic and make their way down the North Atlantic Coast carried by the Labrador Current. This centuries-old parade is part of the natural cycle and is a phenomenon best seen in Newfoundland and Labrador in the late spring.

Every year, massive chunks of ancient ice break off from glaciers in Greenland and the Canadian Arctic and make their way down the North Atlantic Coast carried

10/04/2024

If there is ever a time and place to use the word 'wow', late spring on Baffin Island is it. As the sun becomes an ever-present fixture in the sky, the frozen landscapes begin to shake loose, the ice cracks and Nunavut's iconic wildlife take centre stage. Visit with narwhals, polar bears and walruses at the sinaaq – the floe edge.

If there is ever a time and place to use the word 'wow', late spring on Baffin Island is it. As the sun becomes an ever-present fixture in the sky, the frozen

04/04/2024

Anchored in heritage waterways and fascinating geology, the historic Champlain Route is a scenic route that follows the path taken by French explorer Samuel de Champlain in the early 1600s. The nature along the route is breathtaking and its history, steeped in Indigenous and French culture, is captivating. .champlain.ontario

Anchored in heritage waterways and fascinating geology, the historic Champlain Route is a 1,200 km scenic route that follows the path taken by French explorer S

26/03/2024

Travel aboard Rocky Mountaineer, one of the world’s top luxury sightseeing trains, along one of three routes that take you through the mountains, valleys and epic landscapes of Alberta and British Columbia.

Three routes take you through the mountains, valleys and epic landscapes of Alberta and British Columbia on the most luxurious sightseeing train in the world.Vi

21/03/2024

Built on Indigenous traditions of maple sap harvest, Wabanaki Maple puts an innovative twist on an ancient product, aging the syrup in bourbon, whiskey and toasted oak barrels to create a unique taste.

Built on Indigenous traditions of maple sap harvest, Wabanaki Maple puts an innovative twist on an ancient product, aging the syrup in bourbon, whiskey and toas

19/03/2024

Colour The Trails is a community organization that is reclaiming outdoor spaces for Black, Indigenous & People of Colour – with an emphasis on joy. Photos and words by

Colour The Trails is reclaiming outdoor spaces for Black, Indigenous & People of Colour – with an emphasis on joy. View the story

15/03/2024

What does it mean to travel sustainably? Join the conversation as Celes Davar of .rhythms discusses the ways, both big and small, that we can lessen our impact on the planet when we travel.

What does it mean to travel sustainably? It is about lessening our impact on the planet when we travel, increasing the amount of time we spend in a destination

12/03/2024

The principles of Leave No Trace are designed to help lessen the human impact on wild spaces. Whether you're going on a day hike through your local forest or heading out on a multi-day trek across the country, the same principles apply when it comes to taking care of our natural surroundings. Photo by Destination BC/JF Bergeron.

The principles of Leave No Trace are designed to help lessen the human impact on wild spaces. Whether you're going on a day hike through your local forest or he

08/03/2024

“A hard truth about travelling and building relationships with women around the world is that we cannot be blind to the pervasiveness of violence against girls and women as a social and public health issue of epidemic proportions.” Megan and Linsey of shared their mission to use the power of travel to advance gender equality and fight gender-based violence all over the world in our Winter issue of Northern Soul magazine and we’d like to amplify their words on this . Take a minute to read their full story (link in bio).

03/03/2024

Welcome to the Spring Edition of Northern Soul Magazine.

From the awe-inspiring beauty of Grasslands National Park in Saskatchewan to the conservation efforts on the shores of Lake Superior, this issue celebrates Canada’s natural beauty and cultural heritage.

Read the magazine now: https://northernsoul.landsby.ca/northern-soul-magazine-vol-3/index.html

Cover image: Grasslands National Park Tourism Saskatchewan
Photographer: Benjamin Hutton Photography.

Destination Canada

20/02/2024

Churchill may be a remote northern Manitoba town on the migratory path of the polar bear, but the community is lively with culture and hospitality. David Daley shares his passion for dogsledding and his Métis culture with visitors looking to experience something truly special.

Churchill may be a remote northern Manitoba town on the migratory path of the polar bear, but the community is lively with culture and hospitality. David Daley

08/02/2024

The late Richard Johnson, famed Canadian architectural photographer, spent a decade travelling around the country photographing the humble ice hut. Through his vision, he elevated the classic Canadian structure to a thing of art and beauty. His collection of ice huts and villages is a window into winter in Canada and a celebration of the culture of ice fishing. Read his story on Northern Soul. photos courtesy of

02/02/2024

An hour and a half north east of Edmonton, overlooking the North Saskatchewan River, Métis Crossing is Canada's first Métis cultural destination. It's a place to share the strength and warmth of the Métis people and to experience their art, food and culture. The experiences at Métis Crossing change by the season, based around traditional activities for the time of year.

An hour and a half north east of Edmonton, overlooking the North Saskatchewan River, Métis Crossing is Canada's first Métis cultural destination. It's a place

31/01/2024

To fully understand ice canoeing, you have to leave your preconceptions of canoeing at the door. This fast-paced and exhilarating Québec sport is no leisurely paddle along a serene lake. Feel the power of the wide St. Lawrence River under your feet as you navigate chunks of shifting ice and chilly winds in this unique experience in Québec City.
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A Sunset Ice Canoe Experience in Québec

25/01/2024

Landsby Champions Climate Action with a Smart Forest™ Investment, Setting a New Standard for Canadian Travel Companies 🌲

Landsby, the award-winning Canadian travel company, is making waves in the world of climate action. Joining Canada's Forest Trust Corporation (CFT) as a Smart Forest™ Steward, Landsby is reshaping the travel industry's environmental impact. Their investment in a CFT Smart Forest™ will help safeguard New Brunswick's Acadian forest region for generations, setting a powerful example for sustainable travel.

Join us in celebrating their commitment to a greener future! 🌲🌏

Read more about the impact of their Smart Forest in our latest press release here: https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2024/01/16/2809886/0/en/Landsby-Champions-Climate-Action-with-a-Smart-Forest-Investment-Setting-a-New-Standard-for-Canadian-Travel-Companies.html

24/01/2024

You’re never far from the farm in Haldimand County, but Dan and Laurie Megna have taken local to a new level with Twisted Lemon Restaurant and Boutique Inn. From sourcing locally raised and grown produce for their restaurant to partnering with nearby businesses, they’ve created an elevated guest experience that benefits the community as a whole. Read “A Local Twist” in the latest issue of Northern Soul (link in bio)