Jennifer McCartney

Jennifer McCartney is a New York Times bestselling author. She has written a number of books including So You Want to Move to Canada, Eh? Her writing has appeared in The Atlantic, Vice Magazine, Teen Vogue, and CBC.

More Articles By Jennifer McCartney

Indigenous Theatre on Manitoulin Island

Discover this country's only Indigenous-owned theatre on the world’s largest freshwater island.
By Jennifer McCartney

The Surprising History of the Fire Tower

From World War II to Jack Kerouac to Temagami.
By Jennifer McCartney

Lawren Harris and the Landscapes that Inspired Him

“Art is long. Life is short.” Learn why this Group of Seven artist is inspiring a new generation.
By Jennifer McCartney

Cabin 9 & the Search for "White Pine"

Discover the secrets of artist A.J. Casson and his fixation with Dreamer's Rock.
By Jennifer McCartney

From Bear Grease to Blackflies

Weird and quirky facts about Northern Ontario bugs.
By Jennifer McCartney

F.W. Dixon Unmasked

The little-known Canadian origins of the Hardy Boys novels.
By Jennifer McCartney

11 Things to Do in Silver Islet, Ontario

Submerged mineshafts, Sea Lion Rock, and black sand beaches await in this historic mining town.
By Jennifer McCartney

How to Snowmobile Safely: A Guide for Riders

Top tips from some of Ontario's sledding pros, and how to take a training course.
By Jennifer McCartney

Houseboats Making Waves

These massive floating lodges in Northwest Ontario are a perfect under-the-radar summer getaway.
By Jennifer McCartney

ATVing Algonquin West

Discover Ontario’s best trails with Algonquin West ATV Club.
By Jennifer McCartney

What’s in a Name?

The mystery of Lady Evelyn and the Ontario landmarks that bear her name.
By Jennifer McCartney

A Crime Writer Tells All

Cardinal creator Giles Blunt remembers the old North Bay and offers advice to young writers.
By Jennifer McCartney

A Thousand Adventures: Boating the 1000 Islands in Ontario

Castles, secret societies, shipwrecks, British forts—and tons of great boating!
By Jennifer McCartney

Top 10 Things To Do in Northern Ontario

Pictographs, Niagara of the North, the famous Cup and Saucer Trail, and more!
By Jennifer McCartney

A Toast to the North

10 Northern Ontario craft breweries, wineries, and distilleries to know about.
By Jennifer McCartney

6 Local Ingredients to Discover in the North

From wild rice to walleye, these products are delicious—and distinct to Northern Ontario.
By Jennifer McCartney

A Culinary Tour of Temiskaming Shores

Ontario’s latest culinary hotspot isn’t Scarborough or Hamilton. It’s a tiny city on a lake in Northern Ontario. 
By Jennifer McCartney

What do I pack for a trip to Northern Ontario?

41 essential things to bring according to our complete packing checklist
By Jennifer McCartney

This Man is Cycling from New Brunswick to BC to Raise Awareness for Mental Health

"I could fly out there and be there in 12 hours. If I did, I would be the exact same man who left. Or, I could do something crazy. Ride my bike across Canada."
By Jennifer McCartney

An epic trip by motorcycle boat?!

You have to see this vehicle to believe it.
By Jennifer McCartney