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Land of Giants

Niagara of the North

The majority of the terrain in Northern Ontario is plated almost entirely
by the Canadian Shield. The enormous land mass is compromised
mostly of volcanic igneous rock and
creates large formations high the
above shore line known as cap rocks.
The most famous of which is the
Sleeping Giant in Thunder Bay which, when viewed from the
shore of Lake Superior, looks like a giant lying down.

Northwestern Ontario is home to
some of the most beautiful parks in
all of Canada. Many parks feature
elaborate natural waterways which
contour the grounds to make a
truly unique experience. Kakabeka
Falls just west of Thunder Bay is
nicknamed “Niagara of the North”.
It drops 40 metres into Precambrian Shield gorge which has
some one the oldest fossils known to exist.

A Scenic View from Shoreline

Diverse Communities

Exploring Prince Arthur’s Landing
feels just like being on the coast. Sit
and watch the sailboats and freight
ships depart with Sleeping Giant
dozing on the horizon. The landing
incorporates the district’s Marina
Park, which is equipped with an art
gallery, restaurant, splash pad and
hiking trails; all the things you need to enjoy a leisurely day by
the largest Great Lake.

Declared as a “Cultural Capital of
Canada”, Thunder Bay is the blooming grounds f ܈H