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‘Canada, naturally.’ Destination Canada Unveils New Branding

June 02, 2025
‘Canada, naturally.’ Destination Canada Unveils New Branding

A mock-up of Destination Canada’s new branding and advertising.

‘Canada, naturally.’

Destination Canada recently unveiled its new branding to more than 1,500 industry, media and international buyers at Rendez-vous Canada, the country’s largest international tourism tradeshow.  

The tourism promotion organization says the branding reflects what comes naturally to Canada — awe-inspiring landscapes and warm-hearted people — and how even the ordinary moments here can feel extraordinary to guests. 

Rooted in Destination Canada’s 2030 Strategy: A World of Opportunity, ‘Canada, naturally.’ is described as a bold step toward strengthening Canada’s global position and generating $160B in annual tourism revenue by 2030. “To achieve this goal and build long-lasting demand, Canada needs to be a destination that resonates deeply with target guests and differentiates itself in a competitive global marketplace,” the organization said in a press release.

Destination Canada’s research and data shows that Canada’s target guests are attracted to authentic, unfiltered experiences:

Nearly two-thirds of these guests are more likely than other travellers to seek out destinations that feel unique and authentic. This new brand direction aims to attract these visitors by showcasing Canada’s openness; from open-hearted people that foster a sense of belonging, to open minds that invite fresh perspectives, all set against open spaces that inspire awe and wonder.

Instead of filtered and AI-generated content so frequently found in marketing campaigns today, ‘Canada, naturally.’ leads with quiet, observational vignettes of everyday Canadian moments — from roadside fill-ups in the Rockies to backyard BBQs featuring the northern lights — reflecting Canada’s unfiltered beauty, quiet confidence and welcoming attitude.

“Canada, naturally. is the perfect antidote to what people need right now,” said Gloria Loree, Senior Vice-President, Marketing Strategy & CMO. “We’re living in a world that’s increasingly filtered and fake, combined with disruption and associated unpredictably. This campaign underscores the importance of connecting to what’s real and reflects what makes Canada distinct. It’s an open invitation to travellers who are craving authenticity and meaningful connections.” 

A sample of Destination Canada’s new advertising campaign.

Key campaign elements of Canada, naturally. include:

Online Videos: Instead of fast-paced montages, the hero videos showcase everyday Canadian moments — captured in 35mm film for a warm, natural aesthetic that feels more documentary than commercial. 

Digital advertising: a suite of digital assets echo the same tone—humble, beautiful, and quietly powerful. Showing how the ordinary everyday in Canada, is extraordinary to those who visit. 

Google Street View collaboration: This is a first-of-its-kind national tourism campaign using authentic images from Google Street View, rather than high-gloss visuals. This bold creative choice reflects our core value of authenticity and redefines how technology can be used to connect with travellers in a deeply human way.

“In a time when genuine relationships and meaningful connections hold more value than ever, Canada’s openness is its greatest strength and competitive advantage,” Destination Canada said. “Canada is an opportunity to truly connect with what’s real.”

  
  
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