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Bow Valley Provincial Park (part of the Kananaskis Country park system) is established east of the Canadian Rockies in the arch of the valley, while the upper course of the Bow River flows through the Banff National Park. The Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park is located between the Banff National Park and Canmore in the Bow River Valley.

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Canada is more than its hulking-mountain, craggy-coast good looks: it also cooks extraordinary meals, rocks cool culture, and unfurls wild, moose-spotting road trips.

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Best Things to Do

Canada offers a range of exciting treats, from historical sites to summer festivals to wild rivers. We narrow down our top 12 for you.

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Best Places to Visit

Be wowed by wildlife and wilderness as well as culture-packed cities. These are the top places to visit in Canada.

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Best Time to Visit

From outdoor summer excursions to spring festivals to winter fun, Canada merits a visit in any season. Here’s your full guide.

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Things to Know

First-time visitors will benefit from these tips on planning, etiquette and health and safety as they plan their trips to Canada.

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Transportation

Crossing Canada’s vastness might seem like a daunting challenge – and it can be. Our guide to getting around the country will help.

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Visa Requirements

Many travelers to Canada need a visa or Electronic Travel Authorization to visit. Here's a quick guide to the visa requirements for Canada.

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Money and Costs

Canada abounds with pleasures – which, unfortunately, don’t come cheap. Here are a few ways to explore the country without breaking the bank.

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Traveling with Kids

Canada offers an abundance of wide open spaces and bustling metropolitan areas that are sure to surprise and delight the kids who visit - and their parents.

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Best Road Trips

Canadian road trips promise massive glaciers, spectacular fauna, raw coastline and uncompromising wilderness you'll find only in northern climes.

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