Outdoors Things we miss most about summer in Canada By Cottage Life Published: February 11, 2016 Updated: February 11, 2025 share Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Copy Link Cancel Don’t get us wrong: cottagers are no slouches when it comes to embracing a cold Canadian winter. From skiing and snowshoeing to cozying up beside a wood stove and even braving a bone-chilling winter biffy, there are plenty of reasons to look on the bright side of winter. But we’ll be the first to admit that one of our favourite pastimes is wistfully staring out a frosty window, thinking of all the things we miss about our too-short summers. Related Story Environment Canada meteorologist weighs in on this summer’s forecast Related Story Our favourite beach towels will help get you ready for summer 2024