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Adventure, Canadian, Indigenous

45 Outdoor Adventures Rooted in Indigenous Culture and Storytelling

These 45 adventures reveal the culture, history and stories that have shaped the communities and lands we know today.

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Adventure, Alberta, Indigenous, News

Indigenous Tourism is Growing in Alberta with the Help of a New Tourism Partnership

An expanding and well-supported Indigenous tourism sector sets Alberta apart on the world stage.

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Adventure, British Columbia, environment, Indigenous

Discovering How to Travel with Purpose in Tla-o-qui-aht Tribal Parks

Travel today cannot be reduced to ticking off new destinations on our list; it’s a call to align our adventures with ambition for a better planet.

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Adventure, British Columbia, Indigenous

How Indigenous Teachings Transformed My Time on Vancouver Island

Presence isn’t something you choose to do once, it’s a feeling you return to again and again.

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Adventure, Indigenous, The Happy Camper

The Happy Camper: Craig MacDonald’s Work Is Truth and Reconciliation Put into Practice

By doing so, he sparked “truth and reconciliation” decades before it became a common term and desire for us Canadians.

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Adventure, Inclusivity, Indigenous, Paddling

Paddling Into the Past: Reflections for National Truth and Reconciliation Day

Our journey to this sacred Indigenous site follows the Northern Plains Nations who came before me.

Warrior Women

Adventure, environment, Inclusivity, Indigenous

Why National Indigenous Peoples Day Matters

June 21 is a great day to learn about and connect with Indigenous communities near you.

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Editors' Picks, environment, Inclusivity, Indigenous

10 Powerful Canadian Charities that Support the Outdoors and Adventure

It’s time to think about what charities you might want to donate to to support Canada’s outdoors.

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environment, Gear, Indigenous

5 Sustainable Canadian Businesses to Support Now

Here are five remarkable Canadian companies leading the way in sustainability, craftsmanship and community spirit.

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British Columbia, Editors' Picks, Inclusivity, Indigenous, Ski and Snowboard, Skills, Winter

Sit Skiing and the Spirit of the Invictus Games

The Invictus Games aren’t just about winning medals. It’s a shared journey of recovery through sport where participants compete not only against each other, but against themselves.

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British Columbia, Editors' Picks, Indigenous

How Indigenous-led Tourism Can Revive Lost Languages On Vancouver Island

The Homalco people are not just returning—they are reclaiming this place. The People Water Land Tour is the best way to experience the revitalization firsthand.

Adventure, Indigenous, Partner Content

Beyond Beings: The Significance of Animals in Indigenous Communities (And Where You Can View Them)

There are many distinct Indigenous cultures in Canada, each with its own traditions and legends, but in every Indigenous culture, animals are linked to culture and spirituality.

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    Adventure, Editors’ Picks, Skills

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  • Newly Released Records Show What Happened After More Than 100 Trees Were Felled at Mount Seymour
    Adventure, British Columbia, environment, News

    Newly Released Records Show What Happened After More Than 100 Trees Were Felled at Mount Seymour

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