When Canada was New France

The narrative opens with the daring voyages of Jacques Cartier along the St. Lawrence, then carries listeners through the fur‑rich lakes explored by Champlain, the adventurous routes of La Salle, and the hardy traders who forged the early market routes of the New World. Interwoven with vivid descriptions of Iroquois and Huron societies, the work paints a living picture of a land caught between two great empires, where every river and forest held the promise of discovery and conflict. Original period illustrations accompany the story, giving a tangible sense of the people, ceremonies, and landscapes that shaped early Canada.

Designed for listeners of any age, the book balances scholarly detail with engaging storytelling, highlighting the ordinary lives of seigneurs, habitant families, and voyageurs alongside the grand exploits of famous explorers. By linking the colonial past to the spirit of service shown during the Great War, it invites reflection on how those early encounters continue to echo in today’s Canadian identity.