At the Canadian Chamber of Commerce #FutureofBusiness Summit 🇨🇦

Premier Ford says he loves @cangeo.bsky.social's giant floor maps and how educational they are for Canadian kids!

Humans have just travelled farther from Earth than ever before. And one of them was Canadian. 🇨🇦

RCGS Fellow Jeremy Hansen was a mission specialist on NASA's Artemis II, which flew around the Moon on April 6th, 2026.

Congratulations to Jeremy and the entire Artemis II crew!

Photo Credits: NASA

You know what they say about April showers... 🌧️

The Canadiana x RCGS Adult Gender Inclusive Rain Jacket is built for whatever the season brings.

💛 Available now only at Walmart Canada in-store and online.

🔗 Grabs yours: https://bit.ly/41aNGSI

📸 Charlie Woolf
👥 Gabriel Ilukhor & Xavier Garrow

Spring has been taking its time this year...

In the meantime, we’re revisiting some of our CanGeo Photo Club favourites from last season as an optimistic reminder of what’s still to come!

Photos by: Glen Strickey, Eric Babineau, Katrina Thompson, Renée Nicole

Nominate today!

The Shackleton Medal showcases activists, scientists, explorers and communicators with a pioneering spirit, physical courage and determination against the odds.

Think you know someone to nominate? It takes just five minutes: https://shackleton.com/pages/shackleton-medal

🌎 Earth Hour is today at 8:30 p.m. local time. Turn off your lights for one hour and join a global moment of collective action.

Go one step further by giving an hour back to the planet— learn, reconnect with nature, or start a conversation.

Explore more: https://bit.ly/4sBdUda

Photo: Oscar Hui

Climate change is already reshaping Canada...

Today is World Meteorological Day, recognizing the science that tracks weather, climate and Earth’s atmosphere.

Learn more about how climate change is transforming Canada: https://bit.ly/4c3dg1W

📸 Photo by Jeff Wizniak

Celebrating International Day of Forests 🌲✨🌳

Read more: https://bit.ly/4sXMDkR

📸 Dan Sedran (via CanGeo Photo Club)
📍 Killarney Provincial Park

With the #CanGeoPolarPlunge coming up on March 8, we’re flashing back to last year with RCGS Hon. President, Chief Perry Bellegarde.

Here’s his plunge from 2025. Ready to take yours?

Sign up to take the plunge or sponsor a participant at rcgs.org/polarplunge2026 ❄️

Plunges are already happening! ❄️

In Canmore, Zac Robinson, Helen Sovdat and the Rocky Mountain Dippers joined the #CanGeoPolarPlunge.

Support geographic education, research and journalism through the RCGS and Canadian Geographic.

Sign up or sponsor: rcgs.org/polarplunge2026 🍁

Staying cozy with the Canadiana x RCGS collection ✨

Exclusively at Walmart Canada. Outdoor wear that supports geographic education and exploration across Canada. 🇨🇦

Grab yours today👇
https://bit.ly/3OA3Hyy

📸 Photographer: Charlie Woolf
👥 Models: Luca Ronca, Violet Kerwin

Ready to make it official? 🐻‍❄️ 💦

Join the #CanGeoPolarPlunge and be part of something bold. 👇
rcgs.org/polarplunge2026

📸 Photo by Oscar Hui via CanGeo Photo Club

International Polar Bear Day 🐻‍❄️❄️

Polar bears rely on ice. As it changes, so does the Arctic. On March 8, take the #CanGeoPolarPlunge to support geographic education, research and storytelling that deepen understanding of the North.

Sign up today 👇
rcgs.org/polarplunge2026

📸 Jill Heinerth

Waiting for you to sign up for the #CanGeoPolarPlunge like... 👀🦭

On March 8, we’re inviting you to step into the cold in support of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society.

#BeBoldGoCold. The seals are watching.

Sign up at rcgs.org/polarplunge2026

The #CanGeoPolarPlunge is almost here.

On March 8, join Rosemary and a community of explorers and RCGS Fellows to raise funds for geographic education, research, exploration, and the journalism of Canadian Geographic.

Visit the link below to learn more👇
rcgs.org/polarplunge2026

We may all be feeling a bit deflated, but TEAM CANADA did play very well. And there are still loads of things to CHEER about...like the @CanGeo Polar Plunge which happens on March 8th. Let's all get out there, shake it off, take the PLUNGE and GIVE! https://bit.ly/4aKBcWi

We are all up, right across the country. We are cheering for #TEAMCANADA #GOCANADAGO From all of us @CanGeo best of luck! Bonne Chance!

On March 8, participants across the country will plunge into cold water in support of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society.

A simple act that helps fund geographic education, research and exploration across the country.

Learn more or donate at rcgs.org/polarplunge2026

For over 50 years, the RCGS Gold Medal has recognized individuals for outstanding achievement in geography or related fields.

Know someone whose work deserves national recognition? Submit a nomination by March 15.

Learn more and nominate today 👇
https://rcgs.org/programs/society-awards/gold-medal/

Happy Family Day from all of us at the Royal Canadian Geographical Society. ❤️

📸 Photos by David Sturge (1), Marc Venema (2), Chris Gibbs (3), Shaun Antle (4) - via CanGeo Photo Club

Where do Olympians come from?

This map traces the geographic distribution of Team Canada’s Milano Cortina 2026 athletes, showing how landscape, climate and community all play a role in the journey to the Games.

Want to read the whole story? 👇
https://bit.ly/3MBqVUa

#TeamCanada #MilanoCortina2026

⏰ Now's the time to go ALL IN at the #CanGeoPolarPlunge!

Step into the cold, share the experience with others, and turn it into real support for the work behind Canadian exploration and storytelling. 🥶📚

#BeBoldGoCold

Sign up to participate today: rcgs.org/polarplunge2026

Congratulations to Jody Allen and her team the Seattle @SeaHawks on their Super Bowl win today against the New England Patriots. Allen is a Fellow of the @RCGS_SGRC and is pictured here with our CEO @geiger_john #GoHawks

Through the #CanGeoPolarPlunge, participants support geographic education, exploration, and storytelling that connect Canadians to their country— helping sustain discovery, learning, and shared understanding.

Learn more: rcgs.org/polarplunge2026

#BeBoldGoCold

Last night, the RCGS honoured former prime minister Stephen Harper with its highest distinction, the RCGS Gold Medal.

In their honour, we have established the True North Strong Fund, named for Stephen Harper and Jean Chrétien.

Please consider making a gift: https://bit.ly/4tel8nZ

⏰ Reminder: Applications for RCGS research grants close February 14. Learn more & apply: rcgs.org/programs/research-grants...

Are you ready to brave the cold? 🥶

The 5th annual #CanGeoPolarPlunge is back! Take the icy plunge to support education, storytelling, and exploration that connects Canadians to their country.

rcgs.org/polarplunge2026

Coming this March ❄️

Royal Canadian Geographical Society and Canadian Geographic invite you to take the Polar Plunge. Brave the icy waters to support geographic education, exploration, and Canadian storytelling. More details soon.

📸: Martin Lipman

As interest in the Arctic grows and questions of sovereignty intensify, the RCGS will be sharing articles and research to help our readers deepen their understanding— starting with this map by our cartographer, Chris Brackley.

Donations to the Royal Canadian Geographical Society support Canadian-led research, geography education, and programs that share knowledge nationwide. Visit https://bit.ly/4bAWJ5z to donate today!