Raffle: Into the Northwest Passage with Adventure Canada
Win the Journey of a Lifetime: Into the Northwest Passage
Raffle Opens January 1 – March 30, 2026
Offered by Adventure Canada. All proceeds support the Vancouver Maritime Museum.
This is your chance to win an unforgettable Arctic expedition for two — a once-in-a-lifetime voyage valued at $81,195 CAD.
The Vancouver Maritime Museum is thrilled to offer Into the Northwest Passage, an extraordinary Adventure Canada journey through one of the planet’s most iconic and culturally rich regions. One lucky winner will set sail from August 26 to September 11, 2026, on a transformative 17-day expedition exploring the storied waterways of the Northwest Passage.
A Prize Unlike Any Other
Discover the Arctic not as a distant frontier, but as a vibrant homeland shaped by generations of Inuit knowledge and tradition. This spectacular expedition traces legendary routes through Tallurutiup Imanga, Devon Island, Ausuittuq (Grise Fiord), Ilulissat, and more — places where culture, wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes meet.
Witness towering cliffs, drifting sea ice, and vast northern skies. Spot whales, seals, polar bears, and Arctic foxes. Stand on deck beneath the shimmering aurora borealis. Explore northern communities whose warmth and resilience illuminate the true heart of the Arctic.
Your Ticket Supports the Museum
Every raffle ticket directly supports the Vancouver Maritime Museum and our work to share maritime heritage, inspire discovery, and highlight the stories of the Pacific and Arctic.
Your contribution helps ensure that maritime history continues to educate, engage, and inspire future generations.
How to Enter
Purchase raffle tickets between January 1 and March 30, 2026:
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$50 for 1 ticket
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$100 for 3 tickets
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$200 for 8 tickets
To purchase raffle tickets, you must be 19 years of age or older and physically located within British Columbia at the time of purchase. The more entries you purchase, the greater your chances of embarking on this extraordinary Arctic adventure. Draw will take place on March 31st.
This is how adventure tourism should be done. With positive community impact, extraordinary team leadership and passenger engagement, and concern for environmental stewardship, Adventure Canada provides a model for the future of the industry....for the more intrepid traveller, who chooses to embrace positive impact adventure tourism, this is the way to go.Sally - TripAdvisor
What’s Included
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Passage for two aboard Ocean Victory in a Category 5 Superior Balcony Cabin
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$2,000 Air Canada gift card
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All applicable taxes and credit card fees
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Complimentary expedition jacket
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Special access permits, entry, and park fees
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Expert expedition team and guided activities
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Sightseeing and community visits
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All Zodiac excursions
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Port fees, possible fuel surcharges, and administrative fees
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Pre-departure materials
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Educational programs and interactive workshops
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Evening entertainment
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All shipboard meals
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Complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks with dinner
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Basic Wi-Fi access
Not Included
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Optional program enhancements or excursions
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Gratuities and personal expenses
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Mandatory medical evacuation insurance
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Additional expenses due to delays or itinerary changes
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Pre- and post-trip hotel accommodations
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Kayak program
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Premium internet access
Prize Conditions
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The prize is non-transferable and not redeemable for cash.
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The winner must complete Adventure Canada’s registration agreement and agree to all terms of passage.
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If the expedition is cancelled by Adventure Canada, a select alternate expedition will be offered. No future travel credit will be provided.
The Northwest Passage, with Adventure Canada - Day 6 Cape Hay & Tay Bay f9 @ 1/160 s, 1000 ISO AF Zoom 14-24mm f/2.8G at 24 mm on NIKON D5 Notes - 6 am polar bears on Ice w/ mum hunting, Belugas, Walrus, Tay Bay & Polar Bear on beach, Storm system heading south through Jones Sound, 1C , 10-15kt wind, .5m seas Cape Hay is an uninhabited Headland on Bylot island in the Qikqtaaluk region of Nunavut. It is located at the islands north western tip, protruding into Lancaster sound. The habitat is characterized by coastal cliffs, rocky shores, and tundra. The Cape is a Canadian Important Bird Area and an International Biological Program site. It is situated within The Bylot Island Migratory Bird Sanctuary in the Sirmilik (North Baffin) National Park. Notable bird species include the black-legged kittiwake and thick-billed murre, both of which are colonial see birds. The area is also frequented by narwhals, belugas, harp seals, ring seals and polar bears.
This is an adventure, an experience and an educationTripAdvisor Review

