Regions of Canada

British Columbia

Facing the Pacific, "BC" as it's called offers visitors a great mix of experiences. While nature in all its splendor is of course omnipresent here, just as in the rest of the country—with incredible spaces like the Canadian Rockies Parks or the Glacier National Park—cities like Vancouver or Victoria are also well worth a visit.

• British Columbia Guide

Northern Canada

Territories: Nunavut, Northwest Territories, Yukon.

Vast, desert-like, and almost uninhabited, these lands of the Far North remain among the most isolated places on the planet. Rarely visited, they nonetheless have everything to delight lovers of untouched nature and off-the-beaten-path adventures... provided they have a certain budget.

• Northern Canada Guide

Ontario

With over 250,000 lakes and areas that bring together all the conditions for wildlife and bird watching, as well as many other activities, this region inevitably attracts nature lovers. The Niagara Falls are undeniably among the must-sees. Ottawa, the federal capital, and Toronto, the capital and metropolis of this province, boast a multitude of museums, galleries, shops, theaters, and restaurants, offering plenty to satisfy visitors in search of cultural or culinary discoveries.

• Ontario Guide

The Prairies

Provinces: Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba.

While not necessarily the most touristy, these three central provinces still offer many parks and nature reserves with their unique wildlife (bears, bison, wolves...) and landscapes of prairies, hills, mountains, forests, and lakes. Here and there, a few (rare) cities—like Calgary, Edmonton, or Winnipeg—stand out as the most pleasant and interesting.

• Prairies Guide

Atlantic Provinces

Provinces: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador.

These picturesque regions boast spectacular coastal landscapes. The New Brunswick will introduce you to the Acadian people, the oldest Francophone community in North America. Nova Scotia has a rich cultural and natural heritage, including the famous Cabot Trail, a scenic tourist route with stunning panoramas. As for Prince Edward Island, it’s known for its long beaches, sand dunes, and red soil. Finally, Newfoundland and Labrador, discovered by the Vikings around the year 1000, remains relatively unknown. Yet its coastal fishing villages and rugged cliffs are well worth the detour.

• Atlantic Provinces Guide

Quebec

Larger than life, this region offers the chance to discover cities (first and foremost Montreal and Quebec City), picturesque villages, remarkable national parks, and a host of festivals and activities for the whole family.

• Quebec Guide

Canada in 10 Provinces and 3 Territories

Canada’s 10 provinces and 3 territories, each with its two-letter code, date and rank of entry into the Confederation, capital, population in millions (2015), and area in km². "Tourist interest" (rated out of ★★★★) covers nature, culture, and relaxation/beach vacations, along with the VoyageForum guide where the province is covered in detail.