Food, decor, and those small rituals that turn four walls into a true retreat.
Every summer, millions of Canadians pack up their cars and head to their beloved retreats in nature. But what they call those getaways – be it a cottage, cabin, camp, or simply “the lake” – depends a lot on where in Canada they’re from.
Power flickers are a fact of cabin life. If the electricity cuts out while you’re away, food can thaw, spoil, then quietly refreeze, leaving you none the wiser until the first dubious burger night. This coin-in-a-cup trick is the low-tech alarm bell you can check at a glance. How
(And How to Say Them Like a Local) Nothing outs you as “from away” faster than mangling a lake name - especially in the province most often mispronounced. Save yourself the good-natured ribbing (and maybe earn a little local cred) with this quick pronunciation mini-guide. Screenshot, share, and feel free
