Canadian Canoe Museum Speaker Series Early 2026

The Canadian Canoe Museum has announced their early 2026 lineup of guest speakers…

Bob Henderson – Thurs, January 29th - $15

For generations, Kahaɂa Tuwé—known to many as Pike’s Portage—has been more than just a rugged trail through the Canadian North. It has been a cultural crossroads, a gateway to the Barren Lands, and a landscape rich with history, endurance, and meaning. Join us as writer, speaker, educator and travel guide Bob Henderson shares tales of this iconic passage from the second edition of his book, Kahaɂa Tuwé: The Gateway to the Barren Lands.

David Pelly & Dan Wong – Thurs, February 19th - $20

Join us for an Arctic evening with Dan Wong and David Pelly, as they look back at the highlights of the history and evolution of Arctic canoeing, with a view ahead to the future. 

D’Arcy Jenish – Thurs, March 12, 2026 - $20

Join us for an evening exploring the remarkable life of David Thompson, the fur trader, explorer, and mapmaker whose work shaped our understanding of much of what is now Canada, told through his extraordinary travels and writings.