Exploring Churchill: The Polar Bear Capital with John Gunter from Frontiers North Adventures

In this episode of Into the Hearts of Canada,  we’re joined by John Gunter, President and CEO of Frontiers North Adventures, based in Churchill, Manitoba — a remote subarctic community perched on the edge of Canada’s vast tundra and known as the polar bear capital of the world.Churchill is one of the few places on Earth where you can experience the raw beauty of the Arctic — from the spectacular Northern Lights and roaming polar bears to thousands of migrating beluga whales each summer. It’s a place where climate, culture, and conservation intersect.Under John’s leadership of this proud 35-year-old family-owned business, Frontiers North Adventures has become a Certified B Corp and a shining example of how tourism can operate as a force for good. Through community partnerships, environmental stewardship, and unforgettable wildlife experiences, the company is helping lead Canada’s shift toward more sustainable and regenerative travel.Whether you’re a curious traveller or a travel professional, you’re in for an inspiring conversation as John shares his story on how to connect with the magic and meaning of Manitoba.For travel professionals, John's work highlights the importance of sharing these values with your clients to ensure everyone benefits from tourism.- - - -Into The Hearts of Canada is presented by Karryon, in partnership with Destination Canada.Subscribe to Into The Hearts of Canada Podcast hereVisit: www.destinationcanada.com for more on CanadaFind your local Canada Specialist Travel Advisor hereVisit: karryon.com.au for more from KarryonLearn more about the Tundra Buggy here: https://frontiersnorth.com/experience/tundra-buggy Visit: frontiersnorth.com for more on Frontiers North- - - -Presented by Karryon, Into the Hearts of Canada takes you beyond the guidebooks and into the heart and soul of one of the world’s most progressive travel destinations.Hosted by Karryon’s Matt Leedham, this interview series explores the people, places, and powerful ideas shaping the future of travel through a Canadian lens. From Indigenous knowledge-keepers and local changemakers to iconic landscapes and regenerative tourism pioneers, each episode offers an intimate conversation with the people reimagining what travel can be:Whether you’re a curious wanderer or a travel professional seeking fresh insights, this podcast invites you to see Canada with new eyes and an open heart.Into The Hearts of Canada is presented by Matt Leedham and produced by Cassie Walker, with audio production by Rebecca Lewis.Karryon acknowledges the traditional owners of the lands on which Karryon Media is made and the lands on which you are listening to this podcast today.Mentioned in this episode:Softer take14/07/2025 editITHC midroll updated 14/07/2025