Stories

ZenSeekers brings you stories from around Alberta and B.C., and in all seasons. We aim to inspire you to get outside and experience transformative travel, from snowshoeing through a boreal forest to kayaking a pristine mountain lake or learning about Indigenous cultures.

A couple sits on the dock by a lake in Plamondon Lac La Biche

Road tripping down Plamondon’s Memory Lane

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As she bends over to look into the windows of the tiny church, Rosalie Subchuk sighs. Memories from...

His-Shuk-nish-tsa-waak - Where everything is one

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Within a few steps onto a tree-lined trail do you ever say to yourself, “Why don’t I do this more...

A wide shot of two people enjoying a waterfall in Alberta

8 inspiring people to follow on social media in Western Canada

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Does your social media timeline need a boost of positivity and inspiration? These awesome people on...

A white dog sits on some rocks enjoying the alpine lake and mountain view

Zen out with these adorable animal photos

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From dog-friendly hikes, to a surprise encounter with wildlife in the mountains, to getting up close...

Tofino BC Tin Wis

5 Ways to Relax in Tofino

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There’s nothing quite like the moment – driving between Ucluelet and Tofino – when you first turn...

Kiixin Vancouver Island Port Alberni

Portal to the past at Kiixin: ‘We’re here to tell our story’

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Situated on the southwestern coast of Vancouver Island is the tight-knit community of Bamfield, home...

5 summer activities in BC to reach maximum relaxation during a pandemic

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Looking for summer activities that will let you relax and unwind? Here are a few BC-based activities...

5 relaxing Alberta activities to unwind in summer 2020

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Now that the sun and warmth have arrived, it's the perfect time to find a little peace of mind and...

Allies in Exploration

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How can we act as good allies when we travel and explore in Western Canada?

History in Heisler—a floating hotel door, Canada’s biggest baseball glove and the best, housemade burgers

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In Alberta, there’s no shortage of stops to make if you’re planning on taking some day trips this...

Vancouver

Uncrowded, outdoor places to escape in BC this summer

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After months being at home, a road trip sounds pretty good right about now. Dream of fresh air and...

ZenSeekers 40-day challenge

Wide open spaces to get lost in Alberta this summer

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For a lot of us, the past year has been a whirlwind of social distance anxiety and confusion. Let's...

Kootenay dog portrait

What you should know about adopting a dog during COVID-19

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With all of us staying home from work and school because of the pandemic, we have more free time on...

Virtual experiences to stay inspired; Spring 2020

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After weeks of social distancing and isolation, we’re all in need of some fresh ideas to stay...

#Vermiliononline Festival Vermilion businesses Covid 19 pandemic

Head to the #VermilionOnline Festival to connect with people and the town’s businesses

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We’ve seen a lot of changes since the pandemic hit. Changes to how we work, how we play, how we...