Canada comes alive in winter as thick snow falls across the country and temperatures plummet. But it’s not just the cold that will take your breath away - Canada is a land of magnificent beauty. Think soaring mountain peaks, vast frozen lakes and tall trees as far as the eye can see. Not many choose to brave the Canadian winter, either, which makes it the perfect time to go if you want to enjoy swathes of gorgeous natural landscape all to yourself. Venture through the vast wilderness of Nova Scotia, slide down the slopes of the region’s best ski resorts, or hunt for the fabled Northern Lights. Whether you’re looking for an action-packed adventure or the chance to get off grid and relax, we can create the perfect tailor-made Canada snow holiday for you.

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Our experts will customise the perfect trip for you based on what you enjoy, but here are a few ideas to get you started for your Canada snow holiday:


Spot polar bears in Manitoba

Churchill, a town in Manitoba, is one of the few human settlements where polar bears can be observed in the wild. Spend enough time in Churchill on your Canada snow holiday and you’re sure to be told the stories: local people hearing a noise outside, pulling open the drapes and seeing a polar bear peeking in through the window. Churchill is remote and accessible only by rail, but seeing these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat is well worth the journey.


Hit the slopes

There’s no activity more iconic on a Canada snow holiday than skiing. Consistently voted the best ski resort in the world, Whistler hasn’t only played host to the Winter Olympics, but is considered one of the country’s most popular resorts, with a wide variety of runs to suit skiers at all levels. If you’re an experienced skier or looking to escape the crowds, Fernie may be more up your street, with an annual snow depth equivalent to more than two double-decker buses and plenty of opportunities for off-piste exploring.


Hunt the aurora borealis

Nothing could be more magical than the aurora borealis, also known as the Northern Lights. For the uninitiated, the aurora borealis is a unique celestial display caused by charged particles from the sun interacting with the molecules and atoms in Earth's atmosphere, causing brightly coloured streaks to dance across the night sky. Head to Yukon in the north on your Canada snow holiday and you’ll likely see this natural phenomenon more than once.

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