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While this unique activity did not make our list of the top things to do (simply because it’s not readily available for most people), it is definitely a bucket-list experience. We had heard of skijoring before, but after interviewing a shop owner on an acreage south of Calgary, he invited us to actually try a really unique way of skiing…

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• The Canada Strong Pass is back for the holidays! From December 12 to January 15, 2026, enjoy free admission and a 25% discount on camping and accommodations at national parks and historic sites that are open through the winter.
  
  

• Speaking of Parks Canada, reservations open in January, so if you’re keen on camping in a popular area, you’ll want to mark the day in your calendar. Dates vary depending on location, so you’ll want to check in advance. Oh, and don’t forget, reservations for overnight stays between June 19 and September 7 will get a 25% discount on camping fees thanks to the Canada Strong Pass.
  
  

• Two Alberta ski resorts (and one former ski resort) received year-round designation from the provincial government, opening up possibilities for development and funding.
  
  

• For the 12th straight month, Canadians are continuing to dig in their heels and not visit our Southern neighbour. Yet, Canadians are travelling more than ever. It’s just that they’re choosing to explore Canada, Mexico, and Europe instead.
  
  

• What does travel look like in 2026? Well, according to some research groups, these are the 7 travel trends that will take over.

Fun Events*

Looking for something to do over the next week or perhaps a unique gift experience? Check out some of these fun events and activities taking place across the country!

Toronto

• Enlightenment: An Immersive Vivaldi Light Show at Knox Presbyterian Church 

• TITANIC: THE ARTIFACT EXHIBITION 

• The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody

• Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience in Toronto (leaving soon)

• The Unauthorized Hallmark(ish) Parody Musical 

• Candlelight Concerts in Toronto 

• Gift Card - Toronto

Montreal 

• ROME, In Caesar's footsteps

• Festilumi 

• The AURA Experience at the Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal 

• The Art of the Brick: LEGO® Art Exhibition 

• Titanic: An Immersive Voyage 

• Dinos Alive: An Immersive Experience 

• The Empire Strips Back 

• Candlelight Concerts in Montreal

• Gift Card - Montreal 

Vancouver 

• Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show 

• Candlelight Concerts in Vancouver 

• Gift Card - Vancouver 

Edmonton 

• The Art of Banksy: "Without Limits" Exhibition 

• Life Chronicles: An immersive VR journey through the Earth’s history 

• Horizon of Khufu: an immersive expedition to Ancient Egypt 

• Candlelight Concerts in Edmonton 

• Gift Card - Edmonton 

Calgary 

• The Last Stronghold: An Epic Medieval Adventure 

• Horizon of Khufu: an immersive expedition to Ancient Egypt 

• Candlelight Concerts in Calgary 

• Gift Card - Calgary 

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International Departures

When it comes to winter destinations, few people think of Japan. Even I, having visited Japan twice and enjoying more than a month travelling around, had no idea that it was one of the top skiing destinations in the world. In fact, Japan is often ranked as the snowiest country in the world (sorry, Canada), boasting an average annual snowfall of nearly 600 inches in some regions.

I know I’d love to ski with volcanoes in the background, so if Japan is now on your winter bucket list, here are 13 destinations to enjoy the best winter sports!

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