CANADA

The following are the heritage sites, grouped into recommended gateway cities. This may help in planning on the logistics (travel and accommodation) of your journey.

CALGARY (YYC)

Calgary, the vibrant “Stampede City” of Alberta, is a sophisticated urban hub where rugged Western heritage meets modern cosmopolitan flair. Framed by the majestic peaks of the Canadian Rockies and the winding Bow River, the city is famous for the Calgary Stampede, the world’s largest outdoor rodeo held every July. Visitors enjoy panoramic views from the Calgary Tower, explore the whimsical Rock Garden, or walk the historic streets of Heritage Park. As a sun-drenched gateway to five UNESCO World Heritage sites, Calgary offers a perfect blend of high-energy festivals, elite dining, and breathtaking wilderness access.

SEPT-ILES (YZV)

Sept-Îles, a coastal powerhouse on Quebec’s North Shore, is where industrial might meets the raw beauty of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. This “City of Seven Islands” serves as the vital jumping-off point for Anticosti Island, accessible via Sept-Îles Airport (YZV). Visitors explore the namesake archipelago to hike Grande Basque Island or marvel at the bird sanctuary on Corossol Island. The city’s dual heritage is showcased at the Shaputuan Museum, celebrating Innu culture, and the Vieux-Poste fur-trading replica. After a day of whale watching, travelers head to the Old Port to savor world-class snow crab and shrimp.