Pursuits on the available list should begin with hiking . In Ontario, Killarney Park has a long-distance trail around the tops of its rounded mountains. Many parks provide outfitters for canoeing , kayaking and white-water rafting . Some of the best paddling can be found at Nova Scotia's Kejiumkujik National Park. For beach activities , surf's up on the east coast at Ingonish Beach in Nova Scotia and in the warmer waters of Melmerby and Caribou beaches near New Glasgow.
Skiers are spoilt for choice, with good cross-country skiing found all across the land.
The main alpine ski centres are in Ontario, Quebec, Alberta and around Whistler in British Columbia. The ecotourism movement has a long history in Canada, and unlike most countries, the costs involved are reasonable. One of the best trips is to the Magdalen Islands of Quebec, where baby seals await your cooing adoration. There are also many trips specializing in the culture of Native people. The Quebec City Winter Carnival , which takes place during the last two weeks of February, features parades, ice sculptures, a snow slide, dances and music.