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Photo Story | Canadian High Arctic and Greenland
Eight Amazing Experiences on Baffin Island and Greenland: Circling the Midnight Sun
By Adventure Canada
Each Adventure Canada expedition holds its own unique highlights. Find out more about the top eight experiences on this trip of a lifetime. Vibrant Inuit culture, incredible ice, rich history, and amazing wildlife will send shivers of excitement down your spine on this spectacular expedition.
©Jerry Evans/Chief Mi'sel Joe/Angelina Francis/Rhonda Molloy
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Reclaiming the Story of Suliewey, Honouring Mi’kmaq Culture through the Power of Storytelling
By Taz Dhaliwal
Adventure Canada speaks with Mi’kmaw authors Chief Mi’sel Joe and Sheila O’Neill about their books, My Indian and Suliewey. Through the power of storytelling, the two are reclaiming and humanizing the trivialized narrative of Sylvester Joe (Suliewey). Sylvester is a Mi’kmaw guide, who accompanied colonial settler William Epps Cormack on a quest to locate the last surviving Beothuk encampments in 1822. Learn how they are reframing the settler perspective and dispelling colonial myths.
©Paul Hettasch
Article | Newfoundland and Labrador
Trumpets on the Roof
By Tom Gordon
Inuit brass bands once integral to Labrador's soundscape, were introduced by Moravian missionaries in the eighteenth century. Author Tom Gordon writes about how these bands evolved as a cultural touchstone, celebrating milestones, welcoming visitors, and marking tragedies. Read more to find out how after a decline, a revival project in 2013 reignited the Nain Brass Band, reaffirming its cultural identity and community ties.
©Dennis Minty
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For Inuit, By Inuit: The Initiative That’s Removing Boundaries to the Expedition Cruise Industry
By Adventure Canada
Adventure Canada speaks with Inuk industry leader Jason Edmunds to learn more about the Nalunaiqsijiit Cruise Ship Initiative launched by the Government of Nunavut. The initiative provides training opportunities and placements for Inuit interested in a career in the expedition cruise ship industry, creating much-needed space for Inuit participation, representation, and leadership within it.
©Dennis Minty
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The Torngats and the Power of Silence
By Dennis Minty
Author Dennis Minty unveils the transformative power of silence of Torngat Mountains National Park. Reflecting on personal experiences, he reveals how this land, rich in Inuit history, offers a spiritual sanctuary. Amidst the wilderness and towering peaks, the Torngats inspire mindfulness, self-discovery, and a profound connection to the essence of nature.
©Danny Catt
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Test your Knowledge on the “Marine Mammals of Haida Gwaii…Oh My!”
By Danny Catt
Test and expand your knowledge about the marine mammals of Haida Gwaii with the help of Danny Catt’s expertise on the subject. Danny has led Adventure Canada natural history and photography programs for over thirty years. He’s also been travelling to the region for decades, and has worked with Parks Canada for over a decade. In this article, Danny shares his deep love and knowledge about the fascinating marine animals that can be found in Haida Gwaii.
©Jen Derbach
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Interview With Lennox Island Mi’kmaq First Nation Director of Culture and Tourism: Jamie Thomas
By Taz Dhaliwal
Prior to National Indigenous Peoples Day, Adventure Canada spoke with Lennox Island Mi’kmaq First Nation Director of Culture and Tourism, and band member, Jamie Thomas. Jamie discusses the authentic cultural experiences the Mi’kmaq community in Prince Edward Island is offering visitors. Jamie also discusses the relationship building that has been taking place between Lennox Island First Nation and Adventure Canada for years in the making now.