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10 Most Beautiful Canadian Islands

Maya Pillai
Canada is one of the most beautiful countries in the world.
It is home to urban cities, mountains, lakes, desert and thousands of kilometers of pristine coastline.
The long staggering coastline means Canada is home to many gorgeous islands that exhibit unique geography and climate.
Prince Edward Island/PEI
The only Canadian island that has land boundary at all. It is home to one of the oldest European settlements. It is connected to the mainland by the Confederation Bridge.
Anne of Green Gables, written by L.M. Montgomery was set in Prince Edward Island. People from across the globe visit this island to see the sites that is mentioned in the novel.
Vancouver Island, British Columbia
The island has rugged and beautiful terrain with moderate climate. Victoria, the capital of British Columbia is located here.
Swathes of pine forest and fishing villages and vineyards are soothing to sore eyes. You can either sail around along the northern shoreline where the water meets the mountains.
Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia
Located at the tip of Nova Scotia, it is known for its Celtic heritage. Cabot Trail, one of the most beautiful drives is located on this island.
Fortress of Louisbourg, a National Historic Site is a prominent harbor in North America.
Spirit Island, Alberta
Wondering if there is an island in the landlocked Alberta? Yes, Spirit island is tucked away in the glacial waters of Maligne Lake.
It is a 90-minute cruise to this island where you can get the picturesque glimpse of the Rockies.
Fogo Island, Newfoundland & Labrador
The island lies off the coast of Labrador and Newfoundland. It's a travel destination where tourists from across the world can enjoy the serene beauty of this place.
It was an important fishing island where the English as well as the Irish were settled in the 17th Century.
Manitoulin Island, Ontario
It is the world's largest freshwater island located in Lake Huron.
Manitoulin Island has mind blowing landscape of boreal forests and limestone plains.
The Gulf Islands, British Columbia
A group of 200 lush green islands nestling between Vancouver Island and British Columbia.
Some of the popular islands where you can enjoy good food and locally produced wines and beers include Salt Spring, Pender, Mayne Island among others.
Magdalene Islands (Maggies), Quebec
These islands are located at the heart of the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. Red sandstone cliffs and sand dunes mark these islands.
Haida Gwaii, British Columbia
Also known as Queen Charlotte Islands, it is an archipelago of 450 islands on British Columbia's north coast.
People have have lived in these islands for 13,000 years. The rare wildlife species, flora and fauna attract visitors to these islands.
Baffin Island, Nunavut
It is the largest island in Canada and 5th largest in the world. The island is located in the Northern territory of Nunavut.
Baffin island is in the heart of Canada's vast Arctic tundra and is sparsely populated.