Northern Latitudes – Page 8

One Step Closer to the Highly Anticipated Calgary-Banff Passenger Train

by adminThe Best of Canada, Travel, Wish List July 26, 2021February 7, 2022No Comments

The highly anticipated passenger train between Calgary and Banff has moved into the development stage. Since the 1990 closure of the ViaRail corridor, these two tourism hotspots have not been accessible by train, causing highway and mountain road congestion and a substantial environmental impact. The Government of Alberta’s Ministry of Transportation has joined forces with Invest Alberta Corporation and the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) to fund the project, with additional private investors coming forward to back the proposal.

About The Prize: Cascadia Board Co’s Whitecap iSUP

by adminWish List July 24, 2021July 24, 2021No Comments

The 2021 WhiteCap is Cascadia’s most highly rated and versatile board that continues to lead the industry in durability and stability on the water while remaining lightweight and highly compactable off the water.

Still Space for You: Last-Minute Options for Ontario Civic Weekend Camping

by adminCamping, Travel July 24, 2021February 7, 2022No Comments

The upcoming August long weekend is a great time to spend a weekend away while enjoying Ontario’s outdoors (both solo or with friends and family). Camping across Canada has boomed this summer amid fluctuating pandemic restrictions, and long-weekenders may be surprised to find that their favourite campsites are sold out across the board. Here’s where to find your last minute site for the weekend ahead. (These availability are based on the time of publication, and are subject to change).

The Dene Nation Initiative Aims To Conserve Boreal Caribou

by adminNature July 23, 2021March 1, 2022No Comments

The Government of Canada will invest $1,080,000 over two years in the Western Boreal Initiative with the Dene Nation. The Western Boreal Initiative is a collaboration between provinces, territories, and First Nations governments to evaluate the cumulative effects of wildfire, predation, key pests, human disturbances, and climate change on the Western Boreal Forests of Canada.

Government of Canada invests over $3 million in climate action and awareness for young Canadians

by adminClimate Change, Happening Now July 22, 2021July 18, 2021No Comments

Canadians want cleaner air and cleaner water for their children and grandchildren. When companies pollute our natural environment, they pay the price and the Government of Canada ensures that environmental good follows environmental harm by investing those fines in projects that benefit the environment.

Watch 55,000 Beluga Whales Migrate Across Canada On This Wildlife Livestream

by adminNature July 21, 2021May 17, 2022No Comments

Canadian wildlife, thanks to explore.org’s livestreams. The vessel ‘Beluga Boat’ allows you to watch the migration of over 55000 Beluga whales from Arctic waters to the Churchill River Estuary in Manitoba.

Electric Vehicle Chargers Are Being Installed Across Nova Scotia

by adminClimate Change July 21, 2021May 17, 2022No Comments

Today, the Honourable Bernadette Jordan, Member of Parliament for South Shore–St. Margarets and Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, on behalf of the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources, announced a $100,000 investment to Nova Scotia Power to install 20 electric vehicle (EV) chargers at Nova Scotia Power’s facilities across the province to put Canadians in the driver’s seat on the road to a net-zero future.

This Old TV Special Takes You Across Canada in the Summer of 1958

by adminFrom The Past July 20, 2021July 20, 2021No Comments

An old, hour-long special produced by the National Film Board of Canada in the late 50’s offers a unique glimpse at Canadian cities in the summer of ’58, including the people, lifestyles, picturesque landscapes, and the major engineering projects of the day.

Over 550 Libraries Across Canada Are Moving Outside for TD’s Summer Reading Program

by adminNature July 20, 2021May 17, 2022No Comments

The TD Summer Reading Club will host new outdoor reading activity called StoryWalk®, which will be offered by over 550 libraries across the country this summer.

Vancouver Island’s Newest Attraction: The Malahat SkyWalk

by adminThe Best of Canada, Travel July 19, 2021July 18, 2021No Comments

Located 35 minutes north of Victoria, British Columbia, Malahat SkyWalk is officially open as the newest year-round outdoor experience on Vancouver Island, providing the ‘ultimate natural high.’