Summers in Canada offer new opportunities for newcomers to travel & explore the country. Here are things to do as a newcomer in Canada.  

Summers in Canada started this year on June 21. August is midsummer in Canada. It is cooler than in July but still warm. This offers newcomers the perfect opportunity to witness all the events as well as excursions this amazing country has to offer during the warmest months. 

In no particular order, the following list will offer one recommendation of the marquee experience in every province that newcomers in Canada can benefit from this summer. 

A Walk On The Suspension Bridge 

British Columbia is home to six suspension bridges, each resting over a canyon/ river with scenic views of that part of the province. 

For instance, the Capilano suspension bridge is a 140-meter-long structure in North Vancouver which was built 70 meters above the river. 

The best time for visiting this place is August when the weather is at its best. Use this as an opportunity to enjoy one of the most unique experiences British Columbia offers. 

Visit Banff & Lake Louise In Alberta 

As a newcomer in Canada, you must know that summer in Banff & Lake Louise brings warm sunny weather. This is the only time of the year when hiking trails at higher elevations are free from snow.

July is definitely the warmest month. Therefore, August brings a more comfortable temperature to enjoy the dynamic turquoise hues of the lake & numerous other outdoor activities offered in the area, like paddle-boarding, biking, etc.   

Trek Through Sand Dunes In Saskatchewan 

Saskatchewan has panoramic landscapes and scenic beauty during the summers. The province is a destination where a newcomer in Canada can have in unique outdoor experiences.

One such experience is the Great Sand Hills, which Are home to over 1,900 square meters of sand dunes & a stunning desert-like environmental experience which is quite rare across the globe. 

Explore Canadian History At Manitoba Canadian Museum For Human Rights 

Canada has an extensive & interesting history which is the core of the modern Canadian identity. From climate justice to human rights, along with the history between Canada & Indigenous populations, newcomers interested in knowing about the nation’s history must definitely consider visiting this place.    

Witness Toronto From CN Tower In Ontario 

For 30 years, the CN Tower in Ontario was the tallest freestanding structure in the world. Although Dubai’s Burj Khalifa has dethroned it, this 553.3-meter-high landmark in Toronto remains one of the noteworthy summer attractions in Canada. Whether you wish to grab a meal, observe Toronto from a SkyPod or go on a famous edge walk, the CN Tower is one of the quintessential summer experiences for a newcomer in Canada. 

Hike The Trails Of Mont-Tremblant In Quebec

For people who seek outdoor adventures & are lovers of nature and scenery, Mont-Tremblant National Park in Quebec is the place to go, as there are more than 50 different hiking trails that will make you have fun in nature & the heat of August. 

With trails ranging from less than one kilometer to 80 kilometers long, this Quebec park offers an excellent way to stay active & outdoors in the summer as a newcomer to Canada. 

Visit Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse In Nova Scotia 

The Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse has a permanent place in the history of Canada. Although the lighthouse is no longer operational, it provides Canadians with a great place to spend the day witnessing the waves & experiencing a monumental part of the nation’s history in summer.

Witness Gros Morne National Park In Newfoundland & Labrador

Whether you wish to go camping or take a tour boat with your family, Newfoundland & Labrador’s Gros Morne Lighthouse offers one of the nation’s most picturesque landscapes to enjoy the outdoors this summer. Known for being a ‘rare & unique example of the continental drift procedure, where deep ocean crust & the earth’s mantle is exposed’, this national park is a must-go place! 

Zipline Above NB’s Grand Falls 

Ziplining might not be a unique activity to New Brunswick, but only a few destinations in Canada offer the opportunity to zipline above scenic beauty, like waterfalls to adventure seekers. 

New Brunswick’s Grand Falls is an excellent way for newcomers to experience the beauty of one of Canada’s four prairie provinces/ regions from above this August. 

Visit PEI’s Anne Of Green Gables Heritage Place 

Anne of Green Gables is a world-renowned story written & set in Canada by PEI’s native Luch Maud Montgomery. Published over 100 years ago, this book is a fixture in Canadian literature which has spawned more than a dozen adaptations across television, radio, stage, films, etc. 

In addition, Anne of Green Gables Heritage Place is a 19th-century farm & museum dedicated to the iconic piece of Canadian literature & its author. This landmark is undoubtedly worth exploring for individuals visiting Eastern Canada this August.