CANADA WINTER DESTINATIONS


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Canada’s best winter activities are worth braving the cold for, finds Laura French


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anadian winters might be cold, but what they


lack in heat, they make up for in everything else: jaw- dropping landscapes dusted with glittering snow, northern lights painting skies ethereal green, and world-class ski slopes plunging into dramatic valleys – all without the crowds you’ll find in spring and summer. Factor in cheaper rates, a host


of adventure activities and a mass of cultural festivals, and it’s hard to find a reason not to sell this most glorious of destinations in the off-season. But with such a huge landmass to contend with, it can be a challenge to work out where’s a yes-please and where’s a no-go at this time of year. To help navigate the various territories, we’ve compiled a low- down on where to send clients of


every type when the nights draw in and the fairy lights turn on.


w THE SNOWY ADVENTURE Winter in the Rockies is pretty spectacular, with mountain peaks turning white, lakes glowing aquamarine and Christmas-tree pines standing out against the snow and crisp blue skies. Husky sledding, snowshoeing,


snowmobiles and sleigh rides are all popular, but for a really special experience, suggest an ice walk at the Maligne Canyon, 10 minutes north of Jasper. Adventurous souls are taken along the frozen floor to marvel at ice sculptures, caves, fossils and frozen waterfalls, while


learning about its extraordinary topography. “It’s a unique and impressive


adventure, and perfect for those who do not ski or snowboard,” says Tim Greathead, Canada product executive at Premier Holidays, which offers the activity as an add-on to its self-drive tours in the region. Or try: Over in Quebec, you’ll find an equally vibrant activities scene, including dogsledding in Jacques Cartier National Park and, for the


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