Maya Bilbao

Maya Bilbao is passionate about the history of Canada. Her work as a researcher and writer has been featured on CBC, PBS, Rogers-TV, and The Canadian Encyclopedia, among other media. She loves hiking, photography, classic jazz, anything invention-related, and finding the best possible decadent dark chocolate around. 

More Articles By Maya Bilbao

This Underground Lab in Sudbury Is Studying the Smallest Particle in the World

Discover the world's deepest "clean" laboratory.
By Maya Bilbao

NORAD in North Bay

Canada's secret nuclear bunker that protected North America during the Cold War.
By Maya Bilbao

Canada's Only Bushplane Museum is a Must For Your Bucket List

Famous planes, a flight simulator, pioneering female pilots, and other fascinating sights await at this one-of-a-kind museum.
By Maya Bilbao

This World-Famous Winter Sport Was Invented In North Bay, Ontario

Are you familiar with the fastest game on ice?
By Maya Bilbao

6 Reasons Why North Bay is The Best Place to Move To Right Now

The arts have found a perfect home.
By Maya Bilbao

6 Inventions from Northern Ontario That Will Make You Proud

From the fastest game on ice to medical devices that are saving lives.
By Maya Bilbao

7 Neat Town Slogans in Northern Ontario

Gardens, gold, and the North's prettiest village—these Northern Ontario towns are known for some unusual things!
By Maya Bilbao

7 Interesting Place Names in Ontario

Ever wonder how Haileybury got its name? What about Noëlville? The answers may surprise you!
By Maya Bilbao

The Hidden History of Thomas Edison in Sudbury, Ontario

Did you know the world's most famous inventor came here in search of nickel?
By Maya Bilbao