The New North

In this vivid travelogue, a determined woman sets out from the bustling wheat fields of Winnipeg and follows a winding route that carries her across the prairies, through the rugged Athabasca, and onward toward the Arctic coast. Her journal, illustrated with her own photographs, captures the stark beauty of the Canadian landscape—golden fields, icy rivers, and the endless sky—while revealing the pulse of frontier towns and the lives of those who call this remote region home.

The narrative unfolds through encounters with traders, missionaries, and Indigenous families, each offering a glimpse into a world rarely seen by outsiders of the era. From the challenges of navigating barge wrecks on the Athabasca to the quiet moments at remote forts, her observations blend practical details of travel with a heartfelt appreciation for the people’s resilience. Readers are invited to share her wonder at the far‑north’s untamed wilderness and the simple, steadfast spirit that drives her onward.