Ah yes, Vinland...
I have always been drawn to all things 'Canadiana' (that expression conjurs up images of a kid trying to read back-to-back The Canadian Encylopedia published in 1985.) Today more than ever before, we are challenged to explore this beautiful country, to deep dive into our history and celebrate the contemporary voices that contribute to our understanding of who we are.
Canadian Geographic magazine, 95 years young
Canadians have enjoyed the rich content of Canadian Geographic magazine for 95 years. I am among those who give subscriptions?as gifts to share the magnificence of Canada and our relationship to the world, in all of it's iterations.
Peter Mather and a Yukon Grizzly
The January/February 2025 Canadian Geographic cover photo is fiercely beautiful. Canadian photographer Peter Mather's capture of a Yukon grizzly is truly magnificent. https://petermather.com/
Adam Shoalts and the Vikings
Recently I picked up 'A History of Canada in Ten Maps', by Canadian adventurer, advocate for outdoor education and prolific writer Adam Shoalts. Adam Shoalts interview on LinkedIn.
Adam, you had me at Chapter 1, The Vikings: The Skalholt Map.
ROM gets it
In 2018 Toronto was blinded by the stunning beauty and revelations on exhibit at the Royal Ontario Museum, THE VIKINGS (highlights videos).
Hey there Vinland, I mean Newfoundland and Labrador...
Join me, find something compelling about Canada and share it with the world.