“My soul saver! Only 15–20 minutes from downtown Ottawa, it has all you need: hiking, biking, camping, cross-country skiing, swimming, snowshoeing. I’ve come across bears, owls, foxes, wild turkeys, and more. It’s a haven of beauty near the city!”

“[When I think of Georgian Bay, I think of] diving off rocks and snorkelling in the clear waters with my kids during summer. Eating homemade sandwiches as a picnic and jumping in all over again. Stargazing on a clear night or playing cards inside when the storms weather in. Incredible family memories.”

“[This is] a new wellness and unique retreat centre near Kingston, Ontario. I taught yoga and nervous-reset exercises there to a group of adults and teenagers, and we all witnessed the eclipse in awe together. I’ve rarely seen such a beautiful room to practice in, facing nature. The raw beauty of the land, the quality of the installations, and the warmth of the whole team and founder are simply beyond. I have so many friends and allies from the community who love teaching there!”

“[I love] Tofino for its huge, long beaches and nice surf waves, and Ucluluet for its catch-and-release aquarium. Both towns have out-of-a-movie nature scenes, dramatic landscapes, incredible hiking through the rainforest and sacred land, fresh food, and a laid-back attitude. Shoes optional in summer 😉.”

“This place is so beautiful, it stole my breath! It feels like you’re in some exotic place in summer. Enjoy the camping sites and beaches. If you like remote and quiet, this is for you.”

“Hidden and tucked away in Alberta’s mountains, Skoki Lodge is a paradise of quiet, rustic, peaceful connection with majestic Mother Nature. There’s a chef on-site, and the homemade food is so soothing after a day of exploring out in the coldest winter days. Going out for a pee at 2 a.m. at -25 degrees will test your limits! All of it is worth it!”

“I hiked here while pregnant with my now 16-year-old son, Xavier, and was mesmerized by the enchanted beauty of it all. Mountains, lakes, escarpments, forest, and vastness! Oh…and I also ran into a Barenaked Ladies member!”

“[We went] canoeing down the river in Whitehorse and jumping off cliffs into freezing water! My kids were scared but loved every second of it! The sun was out all night, and we didn’t sleep like babies as there was just too much to be in awe of!”

“[I remember] sailing on the beautiful waters under the spell of fishermen stories and contagious laughter! Fill your bellies with the best lobster and crab. Swim in warm waters during summer and hit the music and farming festivals!”

“[Brackley Beach reminds me of] playing Frisbee with the kids in the water at low tide and thinking we lost it every time. Walking the dunes, getting lost in the sunset. Eating a beautiful meal at the Dunes Café and taking an epic walk in their flower gardens. Eating mussels! Visiting the Anne of Green Gables Museum, and realizing that the childhood hero only existed in books!”