VAN LIFE ON THE TRANS-CANADA HIGHWAY (our last week in Ontario)

[@markgraham3201]

Here in Scotland and in Scots slang, we have what is also called a moose. In plain English however, it is known as the simple mouse. Hence, the following joke :- A Scottish man walks into a bar in Canada He noticed there is an animal's head hanging on the wall and asked the bartender what animal is it "A moose" replied the bartender "Jesus Christ! How big are the cats here?" Said the Scot. I shall now get my jacket and leave.

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Hahaha 🤣 Ah you got a good laugh out of us for that one!

[@markgraham3201]

@@JimmyandNatalie Glad you liked that one guys. Whenever a moose is mentioned, I’m like a kid bursting to tell that joke !!! Safe travels to you both. 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿😀

[@BeccifromOz]

😂😂😂

[@dicksonfranssen]

@markgraham3201 But you're coming back yes? My wife is Scottish/Irish but has never heard that. We did once have a 28 pound cat that scared away people at my door trying to sell me things I never wanted.

[@barbiesguy]

You didn’t visit the Terry Fox memorial in Thunder Bay????? Our Canadian Hero!

[@allisonhurst724]

The pure joy on Natalie’s face when she says “We’re in Banff!” Literally made me tear up some! I’m so happy for y’all!!❤️

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Aww thank you so much Allison!! 😄❤️ You’re the best!

[@yetti399]

lol the canyon isn't 1000 km deep. the artic flowers found at the bottom of the cavern are found 1000 km further north. just found your show last week and I'm enjoying you guys enjoying what Some of Canada has to offer

[@blairmorais]

Was hoping you would have stopped at the Terry Fox monument just east of Thunder Bay. Very emotional story. Perhaps next week shows you did stop. It would be great for your young followers outside of Canada to learn Terry Fox's story.🌺

[@bestlifeover60]

So fun to watch. Being 60 plus years old it is refreshing to watch a young couple start to experience the gift of traveling and just living life. Enjoy. Canada "Rocks"!!

[@renzo9689]

Hey, love the vids! The 1000kms on that sign is regarding the plants that are found at the bottom of the gorge. Some of the vegetation at the bottom of that gorge are normally only found 1000kms north in the sub-arctic tundra region. They normally cant survive that far south lol

[@G1s3tnot]

Don't stop at Banff! The most beautiful part of the country is continuing west into BC and the west coast

[@nigelwells122]

Dinosaur Provincial park in Brooks Alberta (badlands nothing else like it in Canada) and the Royal Tyrell Museum in Drumheller Alberta are both worth a look. We are not museum people but we spent hours hours at the Tyrell and were fascinated.

[@Sharon-bo2se]

Dinosaur Prov Park is one of our favourite campgrounds. Wonderful museum at Drumheller.

[@MsDesignDiva]

It's so interesting to me as a Canadian (I'm in BC) seeing you guys so wowed by seeing a bear because simply put, my family has a vacation property in the Cariboo area of BC and I've seen black bears many times in my life, like we literally had one on our deck about 10 feet from our front door just casually sitting there eating the birdseed out of our bird feeder. We also had a neighbour who found a black bear just chilling in their open garage. Oh and then there was the time our dog (a Golden Retriever, so far from actually threatening) bark so much at a young black bear that he scared it up a tree, we all promptly went inside to be safe and just waited till it left the tree and wandered off back into the bush.

[@dicksonfranssen]

My wife is from Cranbrook. Too bad you can't post photos here. I have one of my mom circa 1960 feeding a bear from the car window. It was my dad who got out of the car to take the photo, no zoom lens on a Kodak Brownie.

[@MaddogCapt11]

"Oh, is that a moose?" Natalie, you have to come up with a "gotcha, Jimmy." But go easy on him, he is a nice guy. Loved the video!

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Haha he’s not as gullible as me but I can definitely try! 😂😂

[@johnnybk20]

The wrong road can take you to the right place at the right time.🐻

[@samydamico9843]

Seeing the places you are visiting makes want to take a little road trip through Canada! Nice addition of the “umbrella cam”! 😂

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Ah you totally should! 😄 There’s just been nonstop stuff to do here and we love it 😊 And thanks! They don’t teach that one in film school 😂

[@joansmith2974]

A moose was seen wandering downtown Edmonton, Alberta this week. It’s exciting to see the snow capped Rocky Mountains from Calgary this morning, just waiting for you. Morning & evening are the best times to see them. When you get to Banff, there is a summer ski Gondola open at Lake Louise, then a short drive later, you can head north on Highway 93, the Ice fields highway, and all the way to Jasper is the most awesome, spectacular Mountain scenery, including the Icefields Glacier, good road in spring and summer, fill with fuel when leave Banff (or Canmore). There’s an amazing trail guide book available of hikes and walking trails in the Rockies showing distance, time and amenities for each, that you could check off and date when you complete each. A great souvenir of western Canada. In the National Parks in Banff and Jasper signs are bilingual in both national languages, French and English. There are music and cultural festivals, weekly produce markets all across Canada to see and do. Check out Edmonton Folk Festival in August!

[@scottcameron3783]

Tourist season in Canada real kicks off when the schools finish at the end of June.

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Ah that’s good to know! Thanks!

[@Swerly01]

Travel at your own pace! You do you guys!

[@kmrbsc]

You'll love Banff! Head up the highway and check out Jasper and Jasper National Park. Take the boat tour on Lake Maligne!!

[@NorthernExplorerOverland]

lol My wife and I made the same interpretation mistake when we read that sign at Ouimet canyon last summer. It’s saying that the environment at the bottom of the canyon hosts plants that are found 1000 km north of there. We had to read it two or three times.

[@reganchell7005]

My wife are freshly retired, avid RVers, located in Northern Saskatchewan and I have been enjoying your videos very much. Looking at Canada through your eyes is fresh and interesting, and your Ontario videos make us want to head east again. On your next trip to Canada I would suggest deviating a bit from the Trans Canada Highway in Saskatchewan to check out Prince Albert National Park, where you might wake up to see Elk happily munching grass out the window of your camper. Another suggestion for Canadian snacks has got to be Hawkins Cheezies. Enjoy Banff, it's beautiful, cheers.

[@mrcanoehead224]

Yes, Hawkins Cheezies!!

[@bonniepelletier9990]

Although I’m really looking forward to you seeing Banff ( my backyard) take your time and enjoy your travels , there’s no guarantees in life. It’s amazing to see how far your channel has grown in such a short time! Your hard work is definitely paying off from the days you thought you might need to have a warehouse job or two to save up some funds for your adventures! You’ve come along way!!

[@JimmyandNatalie]

You’re definitely right! It’s all about finding balance with the traveling 😊 And thank you so much, that means a lot! 💚 It is crazy that that was our plan for our first year! 😅 We are so grateful to this community for allowing us to travel! ❤️

[@blazerprophet]

Aside from Banff (makes my heart stop), if you can get to Canmore, do so. Also, I've traveled in Mexico. Please, take people with you. Don't travel alone there.

[@jamesorendorff2731]

Oh...by the way. I still Love your yellow glasses 👍👍😎

[@Advokat_]

In Ontario, we protect our "untouched wilderness". There are places within an hour of me near Toronto that only have boardwalks and walkways. The Cheltenham Badlands, for example. Respect our ways.

[@FlyingFrenchman57]

The plants at the bottom of the George can only be found 1000km north.

[@kirstensmith9454]

I lived in the apt building right beside Pebble Beach for 5 years. That section of the Trans-Canada Highway is some of the most beautiful drives in North America. (Ive driven a lot of the highways in N. America) So wonderful see sights from my younger years Please enjoy your time, thank you for all of your wonderful videos

[@terryflint7557]

Just so you know, a thousand kilometers is 621.37 miles, so no, it has to be 1000 meters or 621.37 feet deep. So whoever made the sign made a mistake in the units they used. Low earth orbit is between 160 and 1000 kilometers as a reference.

[@hammockinparadise]

I just drove from California to Banff and drove some of the Icefields Parkway. What an incredible trip, 19 days and 3,700 miles.

[@clarketogether]

We just drove from Edmonton Ab to Miramichi Nb …. And back… it was beautiful!!!! Loving these videos and seeing all the stops we made

[@paulp792]

I live in southern Ontario and it’s been cool seeing you head west across Ontario by Lake Superior. Watching your travels has me planning a trip myself. You keep noticing places are pretty quiet - keep in mind a lot of schools are still in, they just finished last week (June 23rd). Banff around Canada Day (July 1) will be plenty busy, not to worry.

[@dawnwilliamson1523]

Schools in Manitoba finish June 30th. Many tourists from Manitoba visit Ontario once school is out.

[@barryflinn3714]

I was going to say the same thing. With schools in session until the end of June, most families won't be on the road until July. Also, wondering where in SC you guys are from? I worked at Clemson for 3 years, so I have a good feel for the northern part of the state.

[@dawnwilliamson1523]

@@barryflinn3714 I read more comments later, and many had the same thoughts as us.

[@richardleighton5009]

hey guys hpoe all is well

[@supershuffle]

You covered the hospital boatyard nicely with the umbrella cam you guys. That was hilarious however, you made it work. Great episode. Have fun. Canadians love having you tour the Great White North 😊

[@LowLightMike]

5:58 mark: The Nipigon Bridge is the Trans-Canada highway choke-point, where there is no other roadway alternative within Canada to get from busy south-east Ontario (and all points east of that) to Thunder Bay (and all points west of that). A few years ago, the new bridge was temporarily shut down over some design and/or construction issues, and that had a major impact on the shipment of goods by road, across Canada.

[@Sharon-bo2se]

Came through that choke point several times. Interesting to see.

[@dicksonfranssen]

What a major screw up that was. If the bridge was 100 years old that could make sense. Your tax dollars hard at work my butt!

[@kimberlytelle8313]

Would be great if you guys could meet up with Chrome with Van City Van life and Emi with Cat Lady channel while you’re in Canada at some point!😍

[@robertwill1694]

Guy welcome to canada that how they do thing here everything is close

[@lifeofriley8160]

My mom grew up in Estevan, Saskatchewan. She always said anyone with any "get up and go"... got up and went. She met my dad working in Manhattan. We all have a deep love for the Prairies.

[@defuller1]

Nice job with the time lapse sunrise, Natalie!

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Thank you!! 😊

[@JanelleVocate-Ames]

YAY!

[@JOnTariO]

It's a big world guys -and you promote it so well. Thanks for stopping by and sharing Your Ontario Adventure - we have been camping for 65 years and full-timing the past 18 years so appreciate your enthusiasm and explorer spirit - It never gets old ! Stay Well and Be Safe, Tari O and J O = JOnTariO (Snowbirds making CA and ON our home)

[@xwasp58]

Thank you for sharing Canada's wonderful scenery. I hope you see that moose 🙏🙏🙃

[@DebDeBoop]

They went thru to fast to see a moose. You will probably miss all the natural wild animals in Bc if you stick to the Transcanada hiway!

[@rossm7071]

My family and I just got back from Banff Canmore and Calgary. Wow, what wonderful and beautiful places. Loving these Canadian adventures from you both. Canada has quickly become my favorite country. Such nice people and a lot less traffic than the US

[@dicksonfranssen]

Did you notice the millions of rabbits in Canmore? They weren't "set free" by humans, it's just a fluke of the right vegetation and climate. Brings Coyotes and a few wolves into town though, some people are not too happy.

[@NorthernRetreat]

Thanks for visiting Ontario; hope to see you again soon! With your excellent attitude, one would think you're Canadian! 🇨🇦 👍

[@nilmosh]

I would suggest driving highway 93 (Icefield Parkway) to Jasper. It is one of the most scenic drive in Alberta/Canada.

[@jimmckellar2696]

Hi Jimmy and Natalie, If your going to BC especially near Whistler (largest ski resort in North America and a very large mountain bike community) we would like to show you round. We have put 700,000 Km on our 2005 Sprinter self built camper. We have been to every state and province in North America. Love to hear from you. Jim and Gail

[@corysvanlife]

Umm. I may need to learn a little Spanish as well.. 😃 Jimmy that couldn’t have been better timing!! “Oh is that a moose!?” The look on Natalie’s face 😆 I am sooo beyond excited that you have made it to Banff!! I cannot wait until next weeks video!!!

[@BarnDoorProductions]

Just 6 days after your comment about the population, Canada topped 40,000,000. So nobody can say 'oh, you're smaller than California' anymore. 😁 Very much enjoying your videos.

[@howardgrossman763]

Hey guys try North Bay , Ontario. 400 miles north of Toronto. Beautiful camping up in North Bay, Water inlets beautiful area they are always open, especially during summer months. I’m from Chicago Originally now living in Southern California for the last 37 years.

[@adbrucee]

Ontario's north is a long drive but there are so many things to see. You can do multiple trips and see different things every time. One place you should consider is visiting Yellowknife in the fall and see the Aurora. They're literally right on top of the town and you can see them most nights.

[@Bearandblanky]

I almost cried when I saw a black bear in Yellowstone last year visiting from the UK…… I totally get the pure joy you obviously felt. Amazing!!! You two are definitely my favourite young van couple ❤❤❤

[@braddampier6143]

So awesome to see my hometown of Nipigon on your video!!

[@lamarched21]

You two are so good together!

[@Tombzy]

The canyon is 330 ft deep. The 1000 km sign at the canyon was explaining the following: Arctic plants, usually found 1000km to the north survive in the unique environment at the bottom of the canyon.

[@redbaron2342]

When the roads are getting rough/dirt roads - just air down your tires a bit, that will make a smoother ride! Bon Voyage from Montreal!

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Thanks for the tip!

[@badgerpa9]

Make sure you have an air compressor to air them back up before highway driving.

[@jl33278]

Travel at the pace that works for you and do more of what makes you happy. Love your videos. Thanks for sharing and praying for safe travel for you two.

[@edwardleecaliforniausa]

Hi Jimmy and Natalie happy Tuesday morning and I loved your vlogs and you all amazing Supporter and I'm proud of you

[@nicholaskavowras7044]

You guys are so cute! It’s nice to see you enjoying life on the road!

[@cecilehoare3053]

In Ontario our kids under 13 are in school until the end of June, usually the last week so most of the summer attractions don't open until May 24th (Victoria Day) and usually only on weekends until mid June. High school kids get out earlier around the second week of June but usually have jobs to go to.

[@badgerpa9]

The Ouimet canyon is 150 meters wide by 100 meters deep. If you look on the weather satellite for June 2 am you can see the forest fires start all over the province. Stay safe and healthy.

[@dawnwilliamson1523]

I believe the image was trying to depict that arctic plants, usually found 1,000 kilometres north of the area, survive in the unique environment at the bottom of the canyon which is only 100 m drop down.

[@donnaniles3832]

I haven't been keeping up with your videos and it was so satisfying to sit back and catch up. We love you guys! PS, the 1000km could be the usual range of plant life that fits within the few hundred feet you were looking down on(?).

[@alisonfrance4804]

Great video! Another suggestion for your bucket list: Hawkins Cheezies! You’ll love BC!

[@moabisno1]

I sure hope you’ll take the time to explore the Icefield parkway between Banff and Jasper. The bow valley parkway (hwy 1A between banff and lake Louise) is amazing. Kananaskis PP (close to Banff) is also beautiful to drive through. Enjoy your time out there, it’s amazing. Ps I hope you’re bringing bearspray on your hikes, better safe then sorry.

[@gloriajoseph7031]

Oh silly me would be looking for Bigfoot instead of moose . Enjoying the beautiful scenery.

[@carmenmarcinkiewicz7149]

The "sea-lion" at the lake, looks like an elephant to me.😊

[@jamesorendorff2731]

Great content!! I loved traveling through Canada in the 70's in my '66 VW camper van That looked like a Seahorse to me... I went from Canada to Mexico...ended up much later ,buying a beautiful home overlooking the bay in Puerto Vallarta ...Happy Trails to you 🎶🎶

[@jordandixon3264]

There is something MAJOR you are missing from your Canada bucket list. You NEED to try maple cookies. You can find them in the cookie aisle at any grocery store!

[@merrymcpherson1685]

Summer doesn't start until June 20th so ya it is cold until July :) I hope you have an awesome trip -- Mad love from the east coast of Canada -- Enjoy

[@richardpalmanteer9798]

Alright!! reminds me of that song by Willey Nelson, "On The Road Again!". Cool, enjoyed the ride and the views. As Always, "Enjoy The Adventure." WooHoo!!! 🤠👍✌

[@noraaa9973]

Stick around Alberta for a few weeks. There are great festivals in Edmonton. Within 2 weeks you can attend: Folk music festival, heritage festival , food festival, midways etc.

[@merrymcpherson1685]

Oh ya don't for get Canada Day is July 1st (it's a holiday) so if you find a little city they will be having fun with the local's . Enjoy

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Thanks for the reminder! That’s a great idea!

[@survival7691]

The "sea lion" looks more like snuffleupagus

[@lisafriend3923]

Happy Birthday Jimmy 🎉🎂

[@gbwnab1]

Can't wait for next weeks Saskatchewan edition, cute the way you pronounced it Natalie!

[@dicksonfranssen]

I've heard worse, Skatcheewan, Edmonom. My favorite was a CBC reporter saying kam-LOOPS.

[@lucktacular]

1,000 kilometers is ~621 miles. AKA wider than the width of Nevada and Utah combined. That sign might be a bit off.

[@blairinhemet]

Bannff --one of the most gorgeous

[@koenv5740]

Just binge watched your Canadian trip from the border crossing to NW Ontario. I did a camping trip 8 years ago from Toronto to Thunder Bay and stopped at almost all the same places. It certainly is a very nice area. I have never been west of Winnipeg to east of Calgary so exited to watch that part of the journey. Banff is amazing! I'll check out lingopie as I am brushing up on Spanish and taking it to the next level for an upcoming trip in January. Enjoy the rest of your trip and many more to come!

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Loving this Canada series. I plan on going to Banff next year because of you two. It went on my bucket list from your video from over a year ago.

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Aw that is so nice! 💚 It is absolutely beautiful here and you would love it 😄 It’s crazy how long it took us to finally get here, but we’re just glad we made it!

[@AnnettesVanTease]

@@JimmyandNatalie it’s best that Pancake is the vehicle that’s taking you there. A little delay, but you made it!

[@glennl4511]

You kids are awesome, can’t wait for your travels through Manitoba and Saskatchewan. My neck of the l woods. 🇨🇦🙂

[@wegottafishdude]

🤘🏻😎🤘🏻 Awesome stuff guys

[@glennstewart5397]

1976, I worked in Banff Springs Hotel, I miss the Town!

[@Sharon-bo2se]

It's not that long to Banff so no need to rush. Lots to see along the way. The monument to Terry Fox is along the hwy in Thunder Bay,, worth a look. People always think the Prairies takes a long time but it is getting over Lake Superior that seems to last forever.

[@jorjastonej]

I’m not sure if anyone let you know, but Canada has a 10 month school year. So July & August are the main vacay months. And it’s also warmer in July/August and shallow areas warm up for more relaxed swimming. Up north!

[@SkullBro]

Our country is full of safety sallys that don't want you to fall to your death. If I want to fall to my death, it might as well be an amazing waterfall damnit. When I was a young kid, the waterfalls around hamilton were basically all available, then a bunch of people started getting stuck down in the gorges, and the town put up huge fences anywhere interesting.

[@SkullBro]

Ouimet Canyon - I think it was saying the plants are 1000 Kilometers to the north of there usually.

[@AlRozon]

That canyon look like, maybe, a 1000 Meters, which is ONE Kilometer. Someone had one job!!! and type-o'd LOL

[@sHillChannel]

Banff and Lake Louise is great, even if you miss the "season".

[@carrolle7101]

Thank you for the latest video J&N! Love your channel. Have fun!

[@ShellysNest]

Such a great video! It shows through the videos that you are having the time of your lives! So happy for you! 😊❤️🐢

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Thank you guys!! We definitely are!! 😄💚

[@dsbmwhacker]

❤Thanks so much!❤ Love your videos! 🤗

[@alaskanight940]

Thanks! Lots of moose in Alaska ... just saying 😊👍 🇺🇸

[@tom-ss2mn]

The old boats were cool

[@SoneaFifer]

Subscribed . . . . . My wife and I depart Scotland to visit Canada in two weeks time - love your videos and your insight into this amazing Country :)

[@sharonoldham4374]

Ahhh no moose. That's ok you still have time. Don't give up on moose alert. Safe travels and see you soon.

[@vanlifeeh585]

Take your time going through bc. There's some real beauty out there. One spot I recommend is the waterfalls in Clearwater bc if you can find some time. 😊

[@bertkelly7650]

[@joannewinters9616]

Thanks for sharing this trip has been awesome I'm really enjoying it just like you guys are while I'm sure not as much but it's been awesome thank you

[@Hossss1987]

What ever you do “DO NOT” beep your horn at a moose, I’ve seen first hand what a full size moose can an will do to a semi truck cause the driver blew his air horn at it. (I’m a retired truck driver)

[@derektion2]

This was a fun video showing some of Ontario. You guys should take a little extra time and come over to Vancouver as well.

[@LiseMaliyah]

🤚Born and raised in Hurkett, now living in Kitchener ON. Love seeing Hurkett on your travels although I never knew you could camp at the docks there 😂.

[@FreezyAbitKT7A]

Great spot in Dryden Ontario called the Dryden House

[@kimhastings2148]

I'm so glad your having such a great time in Canada. There are so many beautiful things to see. June is really just when things are starting to warm up so take your time have fun you've just started. 🥰 Safe travels

[@mjuhanil]

You spent the night at the Hurkett dock. I grew up in Hurkett and still go fishing there.

[@AnimalFacts]

Do you guys have bear spray?