(EMAILWIRE.COM, February 10, 2009 ) MISSISSAUGA, Ontario—Adventure Canada is announcing their 2009 Canadian Arctic itineraries which take visitors on five voyages exploring six unique and vibrant regions; Greenland, Nunavut, Nunavik, Nunatsiavut, Newfoundland and Labrador. 2009 marks a particularly significant year for travel with Adventure Canada as the commemorate the 10th Anniversary of the creation of Nunavut as well as the 100th Anniversary of Sir Robert Peary's & Captain Bob Bartlett's famed 1909 North Pole Expedition.

The Heart of the Arctic expedition is a special sailing to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Nunavut. Woven into the fabric of the programming for this expedition will be an up-close examination of the newest Canadian Territory and its objectives and achievements thus far. A key element will be the increased visibility of Inuit stewardship of the land and issues surrounding global warming, hunting, and wildlife conservation. Adventure Canada will have a number of Inuit resource staff who have experienced first-hand this transition period and will share their personal insights with travelers.

In 2009 Adventure Canada will celebrate the life of Newfoundland’s own Captain Bob Bartlett, the world-renowned Arctic explorer and historical icon. It was Captain Bartlett that commanded Sir Robert Peary’s famed 1909 North Pole expedition. In commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the 1909 expedition, Adventure Canada is excited to announce two sailings through the Northwest Passage - a first for the company. The focus on the pole and the issues of the opening of the Northwest Passage are never far from the headlines these days and the two Northwest Passage itineraries provide a firsthand look at the changes and possible commerce in the north as well as the impact this might have this fragile ecosystem.

Along the coast of Labrador next year, Adventure Canada is thrilled to present a new concept in expeditionary cruising. Their Atlantic Arts Float will, in addition to their usual resource staff, will have additional writers, photographers, artists, and musicians. Inspired by the landscape, and through a collection of workshops, collaborative projects, concerts, and exhibitions, Adventure Canada will help promote the creative spirit for travelers.

While each of their itineraries offers a general focus – wildlife, photography, art, historical exploration or Inuit culture - past and present, their programming remains multidisciplinary, with a team of expert resource staff on each sailing. Adventure Canada celebrated the founding of Nunavut in 1999 and they are delighted to offer our clients a 10th anniversary program in 2009.

For more information, call Adventure Canada at 1-800-363-7566 or go to www.adventurecanada.com



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