Celebrate Canada's Season of Light
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Cover photo: Lake Louise in winter. Photo by Erik McRitchie, courtesy of Travel Alberta
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One of my favourite ways to enjoy the stillness of winter is to rent a cabin in the woods with my family. For the last few years, our go-to has been Arrowhead Provincial Park in Ontario. I love the cozy feel of the cabin in contrast to the crisp, snow-covered forest outside. After snowshoeing one of the trails, there’s nothing better than curling up with a good book and a warm cup of hot chocolate. What always astounds me during those trips is the night sky in winter — how much light and beauty there is in the dark when we take the time to notice.
This issue brings together stories that share that same joy in small moments. We look at Gros Morne National Park as a surprising place to experience winter, take a forest walk in British Columbia, and follow a thoughtful wellness journey in New Brunswick — stories rooted in place and shaped by the season.
We’re also sharing a list of ten itineraries to inspire your travels in 2026, offering ideas for a year of meaningful journeys ahead.
"It seems that many travellers are seeking opportunities to be more purposeful in the way that they plan and spend their travel money."
Celes Davar
I'm hearing a subtle shift away from calls to "grow the local tourism industry" and instead to "connect and cultivate the local hosting community." Michelle Holliday
"From coast to coast to coast, Canada is bursting with unique flavours, fascinating history and stories that make us who we are. If you ask me, there is no better way to discover it all than by immersing yourself in the local food scenes of communities across the country. Doing that isn’t just delicious, it’s also an amazing way to meet some of the country’s most spectacular food producers, chefs, and restaurateurs."
Gabrielle Mueller