Canadian Pacific Isicrric $$$C+**&&^<st APTURE the thrills that surround a delightful voyage C of the Great Lakes by sailing into the golden west across Georgian Bay. Glamorous tales are told of this now famed Summer Waterway. In 1615, Champlain and his Indian friends blazed a trail to this Bay by way of Lake Nipissing and French River thinking to find a path to the Orient. That path was never completed, but in its stead is a story of Indian warfare, the martyrdom of Jesuit missionaries and the pluck and resourcefulness of explorers, fur traders and lumbermen. Over 30,000 islands dot the shores of Georgian Bay— islands among the oldest known to geologists. Of these the first easterly group is the Christian Islands — Faith, Hope and Charity — now Indian reservations of the Ojibway race. Far in the distance are the Blue Mountains of Collingwood, and to the right a group of rocky islands — the Westerns, where stands a friendly lighthouse. There is gentle beauty in the tree-clothed slopes of the shores, a sharp contrast to the rocky pine-clad islands. Canoes, yachts and sail­ boats ply to and from the mouth of the Severn River — summer cottages and camps form colourful patches along the shores. Westward is Bruce Peninsula where stands Cabot Head, the lime stone cliffs extending to Cape Hurd, and what looks like a flower pot stuck in the waters is Flower Pot Island. High on its rocky cliffs is perched a lighthouse. Still westward close to the boundary line is Cove Island. Midnight, the stars grow brighter, the moon sheds silver spangles across the bay. Banish life's cares by the unique experience of an Inland Ocean cruise ori M^icoll IgbKe-H-usrori |T^ANCING in the moonlight 'til midnight to the rhythm HE boat train from Toronto arrives at Port McNicoll *^ of the ship's orchestra, or a quiet game of bridge in in a little over two hours. There in the harbor the cosy lounge with a pleasant interlude for light refresh­ rides majestically a great white ship of the Canadian ments. You are amazed ct your appetite and the superb service. As if the flamboyant sunset and the silvery moon Pacific fleet— the S.S. Assiniboia or the S.S. Keewatin. weren't enough, great shafts of lights from the Aurora Borealis The dock is a lovely flower garden except for the path sometimes turn the heavens into one vast temple. Mean­ The from train to ship. Back of this attractive foreground seagull— while the ship sails into Lake Huron, the second largest of a fellow- traveller are the huge grain elevators which line the waterfront. the Great Lakes, 207 miles long and 101 miles wide. Sheltering the shores and forming the picturesque North Baggage is quickly transferred to staterooms and the Channel is Manitoulin Island. This island once the scene of immaculate liner gently glides away with a group of fierce warfare between the Hurons and Iroquois, now boasts happy voyagers leaning on the brass rails of the Sun prosperous farms and summer homes. After eight hours refreshing slumber you glance out of your porthole—it might Deck waving good-byes. There is an urge to linger be mid-ocean! A brisk stroll on deck with seagulls up there in the exhilarating breeze, but the bugle calls sheeling overhead — then breakfast. for a welcome and tasty dinner. Train-side is ship-side at Port McNicoll \ ! StlAani'$ 'River Mid-morning, and the great white ship cruises through TTHERE is a friendly atmosphere in the dining the narrow channel towards the Soo. The captain saloon, and you are actually losing count of how stands at the bridge. An officer pauses to tell you many courses to your breakfast. Your waiter beams we have passed Frying Pan and Pipe Island, and that too ! Through the diamond paned windows you the old chimneys and magazine on St. Joe Island are glimpse the change in the landscape. Here is the all that remain of the historical fort. Now the country Excellent prettiest and most frivolous bit of water you ever seamanship takes on an urban guise — heavy smoke rises in the hope to see. On each side of the river, which is distance. Eagerly you watch the shoreline. On one the International Boundary and also the channel side stands a mighty smelter pouring molten metal proper, are stretches of sandy beaches trimmed with from its furnaces. Even the 'littlest" on board is rows of birch and poplar. Everybody on deck in fascinated. Then the ship docks at Sault Ste. Marie summer sports togs, lazily enjoying the scenery or where time is well spent in touring this attractive city. joining in the games on the upper Sun Deck. The Veranda Cafe is popular and cheery Route-map of St. Mary's River >c* So« c.«* s* vt« V ^AILING still westward, the ship enters the Soo Canal. Cashing water lifts The orchestra is a popular the ship until she towers the city. A thrilling sight! As she passes the feature lock a shrill whistle sounds, and the stately liner heads for Lake Superior, the world's largest lake. Absurd look the tiny craft that cut across the bows, and truly wonderful are the big ungainly freighters. Every camera on board clicks. On one side is the famous Bascule bridge that opens like a jack knife. ;:J ^w $*"*' \WiM>M T I— m mr mm r~3^ asi€ •!§:' v **• **J w: • *SC? 77>e dining saloon—a charming setting for the tempting meals . •T is not long before you realize how majestic this lake is with its sparkling clear water, bold rugged shores and wonderful climate. It is afternoon and you partake of tea in the Veranda Cafe. Far away on both shores are mining and lumbering towns, with some of the deepest copper mines in the world on Keeweenaw Peninsular. Ship life is very agreeable — the bugle sounds for dinner — and the chef excels himself again ! Another stroll around the deck until the glorious y m sunset keeps you hugging the ship's rail. Thunder Cape, the "Sleeping Giant" of Indian legend One of the deluxe double bedrooms CANADIAN CANADIAN! PACIFIC Canadian Pacific PACIFIC GREAT LAKES Steamship Service SUMMER 1936 First trip from Port McNicoll June 20 and from Fort William June 24 between PORT McNICOLL - SAULT STE. MARIE PORT ARTHUR - FORT WILLIAM via GEORGIAN BAy - LAKE HURON - ST. MARY'S RIVER WHITEFISH BAY - LAKE SUPERIOR - THUNDER BAY Whether you take a Great Lakes cruise as a trip in itself, or as a delightful interlude in your rail journey across the continent, the voyage between Port McNicoll and Fort William is memorable. During the summer the great white ships of the Canadian Pacific fleet provide each week two westbound sailings from Port McNicoll, and two eastbound sailings from Fort William and Port Arthur. Trans-Canada passengers have the advantage of travelling via this attractive diverse route (representing about one-fifth of the total mileage) at no extra passage fare, and only a small charge for meals and berth. SOME ATTRACTIONS OF CANADIAN PACIFIC GREAT LAKES STEAMSHIPS "KEEWATIN" AND "ASSINIBOIA" • These staunch white ships were built on the Clyde. • All rooms have running water, and lights in each berth. • Deluxe rooms, some with twin beds, are available at a small extra charge. • Excellent cuisine and service. • Steamships carry orchestras, for dancing and dinner music. • Facilities for deck sports, including shuffle board, bull board, deck quoits, bucket quoits and deck golf, • The rear portion of the upper deck, including the Veranda Cafe, is enclosed, providing an ideal observation room, as well as extra space for dancing. • Steamships carry barbers and hairdressers. Valet service is also available. • Trains at Port McNicoll and Fort William go direct to ship's side. No cross-town transfers. SIGHTSEEING EXCURSIONS Interesting sightseeing trips are available at Sault Ste. Marie, Port Arthur and Fort William during stop-overs of Canadian Pacific steamers. (1) PASSENGER FARES - ADULTS & CHILDREN ITINERARY OF GREAT LAKES STEAMSHIP SERVICE The Canadian Pacific S.S. "Keewatin" and S.S. "Assiniboia," that link the rails of the transcontinental trip, operate in passenger and connecting train services service from June 20 to Sept. 16 Westbound and June 24 to Sept. 19 Eastbound, both dates inclusive. Through fares via the Great Lakes Steamships between Fort William and points west thereof and Toronto and points reached through Toronto, are the same as by rail, but additional amounts will require to be paid as follows for meals and berth on lake steamship, and separate meal and berth ticket // obtained from Canadian Pacific Agent: STEAMSHIPS "KEEWATIN" & "ASSINIBOIA BERTH IN Outside Room Inside Room WESTBOUND •Between Port McNicoll and Port Arthur or Fort William $10.00 $9.00 EASTBOUND Between Port McNicoll and Sault Ste. Marie 5.00 4.50 r In Each Direction Lv. Toronto C.P. Boat Special 1.30 pm E.T. Wed. Sat. Between Sault Ste. Marie and Port Arthur or Fort William 5.00 4.50 , Ar. Port McNicoll 4.40 pm E.T. Lv. PORT McNICOLL Steamship 5.00 pm E.T. Lv. Vancouver C.P.R. No. 4 7.15 pm P.T. Daily * Includes following meals :— Ar. SAULT STE. MARIE 11.30 am E.T. Thu. Sun. Lv. Banff 5.50 pm M.I. Lv. SAULT STE. MARIE 12.30 pm E.T. Lv. Calgary 8.30 pm M.I. WESTBOUND — Dinner after embarking at Port McNicoll, and all meals up to and including breakfast on morning of arrival at Port Arthur or Fort William. Ar. PORT ARTHUR.... 6.45 am E.T.