There are some parts of the world you can confidently fling yourself towards without even the most cursory of research. The rugged and unforgiving expanse of Northern Canada is NOT one of them.
Although making up 48 per cent of Canada’s total land mass, the ‘Territories’, as they’re known, are home to only 0.5 per cent of the country’s population. They’re also home to craggy mountain ranges, Arctic tundra, and bears—including such ‘cuddly’ subspecies as grizzly and polar. Enough said.
But it’s not all frostbite and survivalism. Northern Canada, consisting of Yukon, Northwest Canada and Nunavut, is one of the great pristine wildernesses on earth, where the opportunity to experience splendid isolation, breathtaking vistas and unbridled adventure abound with every visit.
So, what better way to get acquainted with the spectacular sights and unique challenges this region offers than through the travel bloggers who call it home (or who travel there enough to really know their stuff).
That’s why battleface has put together a list of five blogs which showcase the best that Northern Canada has to offer and are packed with tips to ensure your visit goes without a hitch.
Make sure you give these bloggers a follow on their social media accounts to be kept up to date with their continuing adventures.
Voyageur Tripper
Former wilderness guide Mikaela is dedicated to giving travellers the skills and knowledge they need to take full advantage of a visit to Canada, including its northern provinces. Encompassing popular activities such as hiking, canoeing and camping, Voyageur Tripper is a one-stop-shop for the adventurously minded with a healthy focus on the gear you’ll need to survive (and thrive!) in some of the region’s most challenging spots.
Go here: https://www.voyageurtripper.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/voyageurtripper/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/voyageurtripper
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/voyageurtripper
Must Do Canada
Must Do Canada founders Matt (the “quintessential Canadian”) and Karla (who hails from Mexico City) combine to bring seasoned and fresh perspectives onto exploring Canada, including its northernmost points. The pair were inspired to create their travel blog after a 150-day road trip across the country in 2017 and, since then, thousands of Canadian and international travellers have stopped by to pick up sightseeing tips, travel inspiration and complete guides to regions.
Go here: https://www.mustdocanada.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mustdocanada/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MustDoCanada
Twitter: https://twitter.com/mustdocanada
Eh Canada Travel
Known as the “Eh Team” (geddit?), brothers Greg and Colin are big believers in “boots on the ground” tourism research and that means exploring the length and breadth of Canada, including its wild northernmost provinces. Eh Canada Travel is also a useful repository for information on adventure sports and activities across the country, including backcountry skiing, dog sledding, whale watching, and more.
Go here: https://www.ehcanadatravel.com/blog/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ehcanadatravel/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ehCanadaTravel
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ehCanadaTravel
Backcountry Canada Travel
Although originally hailing from Switzerland, Backcountry Canada founder Yrene has documented her adventures across Canada from her home in British Columbia. The blog is ideal for those seeking to get off the beaten path and features both accounts of Yrene’s extensive travels as well as useful destination guides which cover the three Northern Canada provinces, as well as numerous cities.
Go here: https://backcountrycanadatravel.com/travel-blog/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backcountrycanadatravel/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/backcountrycanadatravel
Explore North Blog
Retired driver, guide and cruise consultant Murray Lundberg lives at the edge of Whitehorse, the capital of Yukon, and has built up an extensive repository of travel blogs dedicated to his adopted homeland of Northern Canada. Murray’s Explore North Blog is not only a fantastic resource to travelling in Yukon but also features posts for those interested in the history of the region.
Go here: https://explorenorthblog.com/
