Victoria, B.C.Visit the city's Bug Zoo, which features Canada's largest ant farm.Read about more family-friendly destinations. Edmonton, Alta.Explore interactive exhibits at the Telus World of Science.Read about more great places to visit. Regina, Sask.Devour sweet treats, such as candy apple, and yummy breakfasts.Read about more family-friendly hotspots. Winnipeg, Man.Let your kid play in this city's award-winning Children's Museum.Read about more great destinations to explore.


Toronto, Ont.
Play in Toronto Island's Centreville Amusement Park.Read about more great family-friendly activities.
Quebec City, Que.Play in North America's second largest indoor amusement park.Read about other great tourist sites. St. John's, N.L.Take a boat tour to watch for whales and other marine wildlife,Read about other places to explore the east coast. Fredericton, N.B.Visit Irving Nature Park on the coast of the iconic Bay of Fundy.Read about other great destinations.


Halifax, N.S.
Drive and explore picturesque Peggy's Cove.Read about more great sites to visit.
Charlottetown, P.E.I.Take a city tour with the Harbour Hippo's amphibious vehicle.Read about other places to visit during your stay. Whitehorse, YukonSpend the day soaking in mineral water pools at the Takhini Hot Springs.Read about other great family activities. Yellowknife, N.W.T.Learn about N.W.T.'s past at Prince of Wales Northern Heritage CentreRead about more family-friendly sites.


Iqaluit, Nunavut
Toboggan Nunavut-style and enjoy this unique territory.Read about more family-friendly destinations.

Diana Ballon is a Toronto-based freelance writer who loves to travel with her husband and two kids.

Originally published in ParentsCanada, July 2012