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Feb 4, 2012 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Help Stop Bill C-11 from Ruining The Internet

First off, I’m not much of a political guy. I vote when I have to. I try to stay as informed as I can to ensure I make rational decisions. I don’t think I’ve ever even really protested in my life (Except when they took Firefly off the air). As you all know by now, SOPA was defeated in the United States. But the battle for the safety and freedom of the internet is still on in Canada. We... read more

Feb 3, 2012 Posted by Corbin Fraser

7 Must-Have FREE Canadian iPhone and iPad Apps

There are over 500,000 apps available in the iOS App Store, with downloads numbering over 18,000,000,000 to date! That’s a lot of zeros fellow Apple Fanboys & Fangirls. While I’m sure that 80% of the Apps on the App Store are completely useless, I’ve come across 7 apps in the remaining 20% that are perfect for anyone spending any amount of time in Canada. So without further ado, I... read more

Dec 12, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Introducing The TripFilms Canadian Travel Video Section

There hasn’t been a whole lot changed on my website in a while. The last big updates were including larger images on the homepage, the introduction of photo essays, and some subtle changes in terms of background textures. While there’s plenty of photos to browse and enough content to read to keep you busy for weeks, the one thing I always felt was lacking on I Backpack Canada was video.I was... read more

Dec 8, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Horseback Riding in Prince Albert National Park with Sturgeon River Ranch [Photo Essay]

If you’re from Saskatchewan, chances are there’s a little cowboy running through your blood. Be it the whimsical nature that we seem to have when it comes to long road trips (ie “It’s only an 8 hour drive, easy as pie!), or the general love affair most prairie folk seem to have with country music. Everyone from this little prairie province loves to claim they’re a little more... read more

Nov 20, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Sunday Canadian Travel Video: What is Canada to the United States of America?

There are few relationships that go as deep as those between America and Canada. Which is why I highly recommend if you’re going to be backpacking Canada, you’d be a fool not to consider backpacking America as well. I stumbled upon this video yesterday after spending a full day working through another weekend (Who does that!?). The beautiful scenery and strong words remind me that us Canadians,... read more

Nov 17, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Chasing Prairie Skyscrapers across the flatlands of Saskatchewan [Photo Essay]

The dry, arid winds of Saskatchewan hammer against my left arm. My hand is curved into a wing-like shape as I hang my forearm out the driver’s side window. I entertain myself with the magic of lift. It’s late September and I’m watching the yellow dashed lines extend into the horizon. The highway is empty and the land is flat. I stare at the small formation of clouds in what has to be... read more

Nov 8, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Exploring The Big Muddy Badlands & Castle Butte [Photo Essay]

Over the years I’ve become quite good at explaining to others what Saskatchewan looks like. It’s more than just 7 hours across and a whole bunch of farmland. If you take the time to get off Highway 1 you’ll find yourself in one of the most unique and beautiful provinces in Canada. Case and point, drive south to the Big Muddy Badlands and see what I mean.Country Roads, Take Me Home On my... read more

Nov 6, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Sunday Canadian Travel Video – Full Mountie – Lonely Planet in Saskatchewan

It’s been a couple weeks since I’ve managed to find a video I wanted to share. Totally my bad, I’ve been pretty preoccupied trying to sort out the next couple months of my life. To say I’ve been busy would be the biggest understatement of the decade. Thankfully there’s a light at the end of the tunnel, and once I get through the next 6 weeks, my life will be a lot more simple.... read more

Oct 28, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Contest for Canadians – Score one FREE night stay at any Delta hotel or Resort!

Hey-oh! I’m extremely excited to be hosting my first contest on I Backpack Canada. Depending on how this one turns out, you may see more of these in the near future! Today, I’m giving away One Free Night’s stay at ANY Delta Hotel or Resort! You’ll have the opportunity to hang out like a rockstar (no Keith Moon shenanigans though please!), and sleep in some of the worlds most... read more

Oct 26, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Experience Algonquin Park At The Wolf Den Hostel & Bunkhouse [Photo Essay]

Algonquin Park is an Ontario mecca for outdoor adventure and activities. Whether you’re a plaid wearing canoe carrying portage master, or a first timer dipping your feet into the world of interior camping. Algonquin Park has a lake, a trail, and a campsite for everyones needs. The question is where do you start? Who do you talk to about renting a canoe? And what will you need to know in order to make... read more

Oct 16, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Sunday Canadian Travel Video – Toronto Skyline Timelapse

I recently stayed at this incredible new hostel in Toronto called Planet Traveler. (A proper review is coming). To sumarize the stay. It’s incredible! Modern, eco friendly, and best of all has an amazing view of downtown Toronto from their rooftop patio & lounge. While I was catching up on photo edits & some serious amounts of writing I decided to test the limits of my gorillapod & setup... read more

Oct 14, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Photo Du Jour – Tom Thomson Paintings at the McMichael Art Collection

If you’ve ever set foot inside an art museum you’ve likely experienced the heartache after being told to keep your cameras off. From what I’ve read it’s due to copyright issues and fear of damaging the art by strong camera flashes. That and the fact that anyone flashing their camera’s like crazy will likely annoy museum go-ers. All very understandable concerns, and my recent... read more

Oct 7, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Photo Du Jour: The Ragged Falls, Ontario

During my recent trip through Algonquin Park I actually evolved from a regular human into a highly optimized photo taking robotic machine. While I was in my highly evolved state, I was able to hike several trails, including the trail up to Ragged Falls. The trail is surprisingly easy and well groomed, which makes it great for new hikers and clumsy photo taking robots such as myself. The Ragged Falls are... read more

Oct 2, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Sunday Canadian Travel Video – Dorset Tower Time Lapse in Ontario

Ontario blew my mind. Those four words have been repeated countless times in the last week. I’ve been editing photos, video, and squeezing in writing as often as I can in order to show everyone what exactly I mean by that. I finally managed to find time to quickly edit this time lapse video of the Ontario Scenery. This time lapse was taken from the Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower. It’s located on... read more

Sep 30, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Photo Du Jour: Algonquin Park’s Autumn Reflections

I recently finished a trip throughout the Algonquin Park, a beautiful and historical provincial park that has been named a national historic site. The history in the area is well worth a post on its own, and while I have started it, I am far from finished. I’m still on the road at the moment, which means my writing time is pretty limited. So that’ll have to wait a few days.This photo was... read more

Sep 18, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Westbound to Ontario and Saskatchewan

This weekend I won’t be featuring a Photo Du Jour nor a Travel Video. Breathe…I know. It sucks! But please, hold back those tears. I have a good reason. On Wednesday I fly out of Halifax for the next leg of my Canadian travels, and I’ve got some serious packing and preparation to do.I’ll be arriving in Toronto first to meet up with my friend, and fellow travel writer, Natalie... read more

Sep 11, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Sunday Canadian Travel Video – The Surf Lifestyle in Tofino BC

I’ve been on a real west coast stint as of lately with Fridays photo of Vancouvers Skyline and countless posts in the last couple months about British Columbia. So just to be consistent, I’ve decided to share a video by Tourism Canada of one of my favourite locations in Canada. Tofino is a surf town at its very core, and its a great stop for backpackers. There’s a couple Hostels in town,... read more

Sep 9, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Photo Du Jour – Downtown Vancouver Skyline

Since starting I Backpack Canada in 2009, I’ve had the opportunity to see some extraordinary places and meet countless other travel writers and bloggers. The community and sense of “family” that’s developed around the travel blogging industry initially caught me by surprise. It has now become my go-to when I have questions regarding everything from ethics, photography tips,... read more

Sep 8, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Product Review: Travel Underwear with Pick-Pocket Prevention

Product reviews are gradually becoming something I look forward to. I get a kick out of trying the latest outdoor and travel related gizmos and gadgets. Whether it’s the latest travel app on the iPhone, a camping blender for my friends at Outdoor Informer, or most recently, gotch. Technically boxer-briefs, but you read that right. 95% Cotten, 5% spandex, butt huggin’, gentlemen securing,... read more

Sep 2, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Photo Du Jour – Kalamalka Lake in the Okanagan Valley

I love coming across locations in Canada that break my preconceived ideas of what Canada “looks like”. It’s all too easy to sum up Canada as a big giant nation with mountains, lakes, some arctic regions, a few prairies and a whole bunch of trees. However, there’s many places across Canada that defy that notion. One of which is the Okanagan Valley.Located in Southern British... read more