About Me

Hello!

I Backpack Canada is the most comprehensive travel blog on Canada. Founded in 2009, the blog has grown to include multiple contributors who share their unique experiences and recommendations for travelers seeking adventure in Canada.
I Backpack Canada is expanding its reach to target an Asian audience, with new content and resources specifically designed to inspire and guide travelers from this region. From awe-inspiring landscapes to bustling cityscapes, I Backpack Canada offers a comprehensive collection of articles and photos that capture the true essence of Canada, regardless of the season.
Whether you’re a backpacker, adventurer, or simply someone who loves to explore, I Backpack Canada has something for everyone. With a team of passionate writers and contributors, the blog continues to push the boundaries of travel and inspire others to get out and see the world.

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The I Backpack Canada blog covers a wide range of topics, including experiences, hostels, hotels, Canadian resorts, camping, hiking, adventure, outdoors, wildlife, Canadiana, culture, food, history, beer, and more. The team behind the blog is passionate about sharing their experiences and recommendations for travelers seeking to explore Canada.
With a focus on quality content and engaging storytelling, the I Backpack Canada blog is an essential resource for anyone interested in Canadian travel. The team is always looking for new and exciting ways to showcase the beauty and wonder of Canada, and welcomes readers to join them on their journey.
To stay up-to-date with the latest articles and insights from the I Backpack Canada team, readers are encouraged to sign up for the RSS feed and follow the blog on social media. So why wait? Join the adventure and discover the true essence of Canada with I Backpack Canada.

Awards & Recognition

2010 CTC GoMedia “Best Travel Blog” Award

In 2010 the Canadian Tourism Commission awarded I Backpack Canada their first “Best Travel Blog” award in Toronto Ontario. The judges had this to say:

New to GoMedia in 2010: the Best Travel Blog Award. It was a tough choice for judge Sree Sreenivasan, dean of Student Affairs and digital media professor at New York City’s Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. However, I Backpack Canada’s depth of Canada travel stories, tips and info tipped the scales in its favour. Here’s how Sreenivasan assessed the site: “I Backpack Canada has all the features of a good travel blog: smart writing, strong photos, useful advice and glimpses into unusual, enticing and, occasionally, scary places. But [sic] does it all with a sense of humour and personality rarely seen on other sites, making it a blog worth reading—and emulating.”

2010 Tourism Saskatchewan Award of Excellence Nominee

Shortly after receiving the CTC’s Best Travel Blog award I was nominated for an Award of Excellence by Tourism Saskatchewan. While I wasn’t able to claim the prize, it was a tremendous honour to be put in the running with some of Saskatchewans best writers.

News & Radio

I’ve been interviewed by multiple radio stations, including CBC Radio1, CBC Radio2 and Newstalk 980 CJME for my recent success in online travel writing and blogging on I Backpack Canada. I’ve also been quoted in The Prince George Citizen, and the Regina Leader-Post.

Lonely Planet

I’m a featured blogger for internationally acclaimed online and print travel guides, Lonely Planet. You can view my syndicated blog posts in the Lonely Planet’s Canada Section. Lonely Planet’s website receives 4 million unique visitors per month.

Co-founder of The Professional Travel Bloggers Association

professional travel bloggers associationI’m a proud co-founder of The Professional Travel Bloggers Association. Close to 50 travel bloggers united in 2013 to form the initial policies, bylaws, and guidelines that provide the framework for this unique organization that connects travel bloggers with media and industry. The PTBA also has a strict code of ethics, ensuring a responsible, civil growth to this growing medium.

Testimonials

I Backpack Canada was one of the first websites that we found when we started travel blogging. I Backpack Canada is an authority on everything Canada and continues to be a leader in his field. A great Ambassador for all things Canada, we recommend I Backpack Canada as a resource for anyone looking for tips, advice and information to travel through the country.

-Deb & Dave,
The Planet D

I’ve had the pleasure of travelling and working with I Backpack Canada on several occasions, including a week-long trip through the Canadian Rockies. His upbeat and professional attitude combined with a total passion for travel is reflected in the content he produces. And he ain’t hard to look at either!

-Candice Walsh,
Candice Does The World

Working with I Backpack Canada was easy and fun! His vast travel knowledge and skilful descriptive writing style make him the perfect candidate to write about exploring Ontario’s natural beauty and hidden gems. I Backpack Canada wrote multiple articles about his Ontario adventures, providing readers with many exciting, interesting, and unique stories about his travels.

-Kattrin Sieber & Miguel Rolo,
Ontario Tourism

Need a Travel Blogger to Cover Your Region, Product, or Brand?

If you’re looking to hire a travel blogger, look no further! I have a wide variety of expertise working with media, industry, and brands in order to provide valuable and unique coverage that has a broad reach. Some big names I’ve worked with in the past include: VIA Rail Canada, Tourism Manitoba, Tourism Saskatchewan, Alberta Tourism, Central Newfoundland Tourism, New Brunswick Tourism, Quebec Tourism, as well as brands such as Columbia, Air Canada Vacations, Moose Travel Network, HI Hostels Canada, Red Bull Crashed Ice, and more.

Feel free to reach me at my contact form on my contact page.