Canada Tourism News
Where Less Is More: The Yukon’s Quiet Stand Against Overtourism
At a time when overtourism is reshaping global travel, the Yukon offers something increasingly rare: space, silence and the freedom to explore without limits. Vast, remote and deeply connected to nature, this is a destination where the journey is shaped not by crowds, but by the landscape itself. With just 46,000 residents across a territory the size of Spain, the Yukon delivers an extraordinary sense of scale, where wilderness dominates and moose famously outnumber people. Reached via Whitehorse, the territory’s main gateway, around 80% of the region remains true wilderness, creating a setting where travel unfolds at a slower, more considered pace.
Air Transat 15% Off Flights to Canada for International Women’s Day
In honour of International Women’s Day, Air Transat, the award-winning Canadian leisure airline, is embracing the growing ‘Wandering Women’ trend and offering 15% off flights* to Canada to female travellers seeking the empowerment of solo travel.
Northern Lights Resort & Spa Adds New Aurora360 Flight Dates for 2026 Following Phenomenal Demand
One of the Yukon’s most breathtaking Northern Lights experiences is set for a spectacular comeback. Due to phenomenal global demand for the rare chance to see the aurora borealis from 30,000 feet, Air North’s Aurora360 Flight has expanded its 2026 programme, adding two new October departures to complement its February return.
Pan Pacific Whistler debuts the ‘Purpose Trees’ program this holiday season
Pan Pacific Whistler is elevating holiday giving this season by debuting its sparkling ‘Purpose Trees’, inspiring guests and visitors to give the gift of kindness and make a donation to the hotel’s three partner charities: Canuck Place Children’s Hospice, Whistler Animals Galore Society and Whistler Food Bank. New for the 2025 holiday season, the hotel’s ‘Purpose Trees’ will be displayed in the lobbies of Pan Pacific Whistler’s two properties, Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside and Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre, until December 31, 2025.
Journeyscape Reveals Canada’s Top National Parks to Visit in 2026
Specialist tour operator Journeyscape, in partnership with Destination Canada, has unveiled its definitive ranking of the most inspiring Canadian national parks to explore in 2026. The list compares parks using data on wildlife diversity, Instagram popularity, visitor reviews, accessibility, and park size - helping visitors to plan for unforgettable adventures.
A New Era of Coastal Grandeur: The Algonquin Resort Embarks on Landmark Transformation
Canada’s most storied coastal resort has entered a bold new chapter. InnVest Hotels proudly announces a multi-million dollar reimagination of The Algonquin Resort St. Andrews by-the-Sea, Autograph Collection, ushering in a new era that blends historic East Coast charm with modern sophistication. This transformation marks a once-in-a-generation investment to the legacy of one of New Brunswick’s most treasured landmarks. As part of this transformation, the resort is redefining itself as a premier year-round destination, with enhanced experiences and the same exceptional service guests have come to expect.
Strøm Old Quebec Named Canada’s Best Day Spa at the World Spa Awards
Strøm Nordic Spa is proud to announce that Strøm Old Quebec has been named Canada’s Best Day Spa at the internationally recognized World Spa Awards—for the second year in a row. This honour reflects the expertise and standards consistently applied across all Strøm destinations, reinforcing the company’s vision to elevate well-being through balance, nature, and purposeful growth.
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Hyatt Place Whitehorse Opens Its Doors in Canada’s Yukon
The Yukon’s capital city, Whitehorse, welcomes a striking new addition with the opening of Hyatt Place Whitehorse, the brand’s first property in Canada’s North and only the second purpose-built hotel to open in Whitehorse in more than 50 years. Whitehorse is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, culture vultures, culinary aficionados and history buffs. Known as the ‘Wilderness City’, Whitehorse is the hub of the Yukon where exciting outdoors meets great cuisine, live theatre, amazing wildlife, and the world-famous gold rush history.
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise’s Indoor-Outdoor, Lakeside Thermal Bathing Destination - Set to Debut
BASIN Glacial Waters, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise’s highly anticipated thermal bathing destination, is to officially open on September 15, 2025. The debut of the world class, indoor-outdoor facility is set to revolutionize wellness in the Canadian Rockies with its contemporary interpretation of a traditional bathhouse – embedded within the landscape of Banff National Park’s high alpine.
Choose Canada This Summer with the New Canada Strong Pass
This summer, Canadians and international visitors can enjoy the very best Canada has to offer with the Canada Strong Pass. From museums and railroads to national parks and camping spots, the federal government is making it easier for families to choose Canada as they make their summer plans—and enjoy the places and experiences that bring us together and make Canada strong. From June 20 to September 2, 2025, the Canada Strong Pass will offer expanded access to Canada’s nature and culture across the country, helping families discover and celebrate Canada throughout the summer.
How Horses and Healing Landscapes Are Putting Canada Back on the Map for Ranch Retreats
In the summer of 2017, a rank 6 wildfire — the most extreme classification — tore through Siwash Lake Wilderness Resort & Ranch, a 10,000-acre family-run ranch in British Columbia’s interior. The forest was incinerated, the land stripped to bare clay, and much of the wildlife either fled or was displaced. It was one of the worst wildfire seasons in Canada’s recorded history, but out of that devastation has come something extraordinary. Eight years on, Siwash Lake is a place of profound ecological regeneration — and one of the most unique luxury ranch experiences in North America. Think Yellowstone, but softer, more soulful, and with a deep reverence for the land and animals that make it home.
Escape to Canada This Autumn
The great outdoors beckons, in all its colours, bounty, and expansiveness Canada shines a little brighter in the autumn. Dazzling foliage decorates forests and urban centres, temperatures are cool and conducive to long outdoor strolls, and the seasonal harvest proffers a feast for the senses. The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: Occurring annually on September 30th, the feature story of this package shares some history of residential schools in Canada, and invites you to listen, learn and engage with Indigenous communities through transformative tourism experiences.