Features
Newfoundland's Elemental Winter
Discover winter in Gros Morne National Park, where quiet trails, surreal coastal landscapes, and local expertise reveal a different side of this UNESCO park.
Rooted in Care
La Belle Cabane in New Brunswick blends off-grid-design, forest immersion, and community values in one of Atlantic Canada’s most thoughtful retreats.
The Gifts of Fire & Snow
Winter at Painted Warrior Ranch offers a deep connection to land and culture, blending traditional knowledge and hands-on learning in the foothills of the Rockies.
Editor's Note
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.
Izabela Jaroszynski
Managing Editor, Northern Soul Magazine
In This Issue
Silence Between The Peaks
Snow changes the mountain vibes in Banff National Park, reshaping how visitors experience the landscape and providing access to some of the clearest stargazing in the Rockies.
Canada's Edge
Travel to Tuktoyaktuk on the Arctic coast, where shoreline life, cultural strength, and the literal end of the road offer a rare northern perspective.
How Canada Unwinds
The language of “wellness travel” may be new, but the instinct behind it speaks to an ancient ritual. Follow the map to see some of the best spa and wellness retreats in Canada.
The Canopy Walk
The Squamish Canyon is a walkway that blends geology, biodiversity, and conservation-minded design for a low-impact forest experience.
The Resilient Kitchen
A chef’s guide to winter wellness: exploring how Canadian ingredients, seasonal cooking, and simple kitchen habits can keep us healthy all winter long.
Beyond the Slopes
Food, fun, and wellness define aprés ski in the Eastern Townships. With four ski hills feeding into lively villages, the region blends good snow with a culture that knows how to unwind.
Where will you go in 2026?
Masthead
Editor: Izabela Jaroszynski
Contributors:
- Aubrey Reine
- Jason Sarracini
- Cathy Senecal
- Imrun Texeira
Cover photo: Lake Louise in winter; Travel Alberta/Erik McRitchie
Previous Issue: Volume 9 - Fall 2025
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