From the rugged Atlantic beauty of Newfoundland in the East to the towering Rocky Mountains in the West to the stark landscapes of the Arctic, Canada has inspired generations of artists, writers and poets hoping to capture its natural beauty. 

With nearly 10 million square kilometres of stunning and ever-changing landscapes, Canadians do not have to travel long before encountering the wonders and grandeur of nature. City dwellers in Montréal can find themselves surrounded by the lush greenery of the Laurentian mountains within a 40-minute drive, and urbanites in Vancouver need only travel 2 hours by car to be immersed in the majesty of Whistler, Canada's premier resort in the Rocky Mountains.

Embrace the beauty of winter! Here are some of the exciting outdoor activities you can look forward to in Canada:

• Skiing the Rockies in Jasper, Alberta or at Mont-Tremblant, Québec
• Ice fishing in Manitoba
• Skating on the Rideau Canal in Ottawa, Ontario
• Snowshoeing through Mont Royal Park in Montréal, Québec
• Dogsledding in New Brunswick

Thanks to a blooming spring and Indian Summer, the sun shines in Canada between May and September. Some typical fair weather activities you might enjoy include:

• Surfing in Tofino, British Columbia
• Fishing at top-notch lodges in the Yukon
• Visiting the rodeo at the Calgary Stampede in Alberta
• Camping in the great Québec wilderness
• Sailing in Nova Scotia
• Catching the excitement at the F1 race or the International Jazz Festival in Montréal