Adventure Canada Event
The Arctic Comes to Dundas
November 8, 2025
Curious about the Arctic?
Adventure Canada and the Bruce Trail Conservancy invite you to an Arctic-themed kitchen party like no other.
Adventure Canada is bringing the spirit of the North to our doors—with northern flavours, vibrant art, expedition gear to explore, stories from a special guest who calls the Arctic home, music, and stunning footage from Adventure Canada’s journeys to the iceberg-laden coasts of Greenland.
Think of it as your chance to step into the adventure—without leaving Ontario.
Saturday, November 8, 2025
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Bruce Trail Conservancy headquarters
101-55 Head St, Dundas ON
Space is limited for this FREE event.
Registration opens for BTC Members, September 4.
Registration opens for non-members, September 25.
Photo: Adventure Canada expedition (c) Liz Carlson
Director, Expedition Leader
Jason is an Inuk from Nunatsiavut. He is passionate about connecting people and places, and works with local leaders to develop community-focused, socially conscious travel initiatives.
Jason is an Inuk expedition leader and educator with a distinguished career in exploration, cultural advocacy, and capacity building. Raised in Nunatsiavut, he developed a profound connection to the land through extensive travel, traditional practices, and hands-on experience in remote environments. Today, as a leader in the travel industry, Jason guides expeditions across diverse regions, bringing a depth of knowledge, expertise, and cultural insight that transforms exploration into meaningful engagement.
Jason’s approach to exploration goes beyond logistics and education—it’s about creating experiences that inspire reflection and dialogue. He encourages participants to engage with complex global issues such as reconciliation and environmental stewardship, fostering opportunities for learning and deeper connection. His work brings together Indigenous educators, community stakeholders, and organizations to challenge assumptions, build relationships, and amplify voices that are often overlooked in traditional narratives of exploration.
Jason’s contributions have earned him recognition, including the Parks Canada CEO Award for his role in developing visitor experiences at historically significant sites, the Royal Canadian Geographical Society’s Martin Bergmann Medal for Excellence in Arctic Leadership, the New Wave Leadership Award, and inclusion in The Explorers Club 50, recognizing fifty individuals shaping the future of exploration.
Through his work, Jason challenges conventional perspectives on exploration, ensuring that travel is not only about discovery but about fostering respect, understanding, and lasting connections between people and place.
