Good to Know – Canada Travel Tips & Everyday Life
What is the backcountry, and what should you know about it?
Backcountry is a term used to describe wilderness or remote, isolated areas that are difficult to access – places off the beaten track. It’s also known as the boonies or the boondocks.
The Authentic Soul of Canada Is Its Backcountry and Wilderness
The backcountry is where we leave crowds, machines, noise, and pollution behind and find solitude. It’s where you’ll see the bluest skies and brightest stars you’ve ever seen.
What could be more idyllic than pitching a tent under the stars and listening to the call of the loons somewhere out in the woods? That’s Backcountry Canada!
But there’s much more to Canada than its spectacular wilderness.
Discover Canadian culture, wildlife, practical travel tips, and what everyday life is really like in this vast country. From small-town living and rustic log homes to the challenges of Canadian winters, I share useful information and personal experiences from my years of living and travelling across Canada.
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Discover Canada
Canada is more than mountains, forests, and endless highways. Discover interesting facts about the country, its people, food, traditions, and everyday customs. These articles will help you get to know Canada a little better before your visit.
Canadian Food
Currency
Travelling with Kids
Canadian Slang
Wildlife, Wilderness & Safety
Canada’s wilderness is beautiful, but it deserves respect. From wildlife encounters to sudden weather changes and the challenges of travelling in remote areas, knowing what to expect makes every adventure safer and more enjoyable.
Wildlife
Wilderness Dangers
Climate & Weather
Winter Checklist Canada
Winter Camping with Ken
Practical Backcountry Tips
Exploring Canada’s backroads and remote places takes a little preparation. Whether you’re driving gravel roads, camping in the wilderness, or simply getting away from the crowds, these practical tips will help you travel with more confidence.
Driving in Canada
Driving Gravel Roads
Canada Camping Guide
Campfire Cooking
Cell Phones in Canada
No Trespassing in Canada
Living in Canada – Beyond the Postcards
What’s it really like to live in Canada, beyond the beautiful scenery and picture-perfect postcards?
As someone who immigrated to Canada from Switzerland 26 years ago, I’ve experienced both the rewards and challenges of making a life here. From small-town living and rustic log homes to long Canadian winters and cultural differences, life in Canada isn’t always what you might imagine.
Here I share my personal experiences, observations, and thoughts about living in this vast country – the good, the bad, and everything in between.
Rural Life in Canada
Small-Town Living
Log Home Living
Cabin Fever
Canadian Outhouse
Moving to Canada & Everyday Realities
Moving to Canada – Reality
Why Canadians Are Leaving
Canada Compared with Other Countries
Canada vs. Mexico
Canada vs. Switzerland
More Canada Travel Resources
Looking for more help planning your Canadian adventure? Explore my favourite travel resources, useful planning tools, and outdoor gear recommendations to help you prepare for your next trip.
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