They’re back, and we couldn’t be more thrilled!
Join us on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, for an inspiring presentation by father and son duo Scott and Trevor Haldane. They’re bringing us a new iteration of Wild Places, Wild Faces: A Year in Nature, an online photography presentation and fundraiser in support of Trans Canada Trail.
Get ready to dive into a breathtaking showcase of wildlife, landscapes and stories from across Canada. This is the fourth edition of their popular event, and this year’s theme is the four seasons. You’ll see locations on and around the Trans Canada Trail throughout the presentation.
Mark your calendar, spread the word and prepare for a unique journey!
When: Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 pm Eastern
Admission: By donation
By showcasing their beautiful photos over the last several years in support of Trans Canada Trail, Scott and Trevor have raised thousands of dollars, inspiring nature lovers across the country to make a donation. We are so thankful for their support! These funds are vital, helping to keep the Trans Canada Trail open and accessible for all.
Scott and Trevor have first-hand experience in knowing that we all benefit from being outdoors – clearing our minds of everyday distractions, moving our bodies while surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature, and discovering new things about the land beneath our feet. The Trans Canada Trail is a place that benefits our physical and mental health as we connect with others while discovering Canada’s incredible landscapes.
“As a nature-loving family living across the country from one another, we feel a strong connection with Trans Canada Trail’s mission to connect the country, celebrate nature and embrace the outdoors.” – Trevor and Scott Haldane
The Inspiration
A few years ago, Scott and Trevor Haldane discovered a shared passion for amateur wildlife photography and wanted to inspire others to enjoy the beauty of the Canadian outdoors. In this unique online presentation, the father-son duo – who live on opposite sides of the country – will guide you through the four seasons, celebrating the incredible diversity of wildlife they’ve been lucky enough to spot while spending time in nature, including time spent on and around the Trans Canada Trail.
Although Scott and Trevor live thousands of kilometres apart, in Ontario and BC, respectively, the father and son duo both love to spend time outside, exploring their incredible natural surroundings. It’s there that they indulge in their love for nature photography – often along the Trans Canada Trail – and they’ve formed a stronger bond in the process.
The Fundraiser
Scott and Trevor want to give back and are hosting this fundraiser for Trans Canada Trail. Nature photography is one of several great reasons for people to get out on the Trail, as they can benefit from time spent in the great outdoors and meet people along the way. With your support, we can keep the Trail accessible to all users, year-round.
They will also be offering their photos for purchase, with 50 percent of the proceeds going to support Trans Canada Trail.
A Look Back at Past Presentations
- 2024: Wild Places, Wild Faces: The Elements
- 2023: Wild Places, Wild Faces: A Year in Nature
- 2021: Wild Places, Wild Faces: A Year in Nature
About the Presenters
The father and son duo Scott (left) and Trevor Haldane (right)
Trevor Haldane
Trevor learned to love the outdoors from an early age, through canoe trips with his grandad and summers at camp.
In the last few years, Trevor started photographing wildlife in the parks and ravines of Toronto. This part-time hobby blossomed into a full-time passion during the COVID-19 pandemic. He found the quiet, active lifestyle, and focus of wildlife photography to be a great boost to his mental health during those stressful times.
In 2020, Trevor moved from Toronto, Ontario, to Fernie, British Columbia. He was thrilled to enter a new landscape, home to a vast array of wildlife. He has since kept himself busy photographing bees, bears and everything in between.
Scott Haldane
Scott’s dad, Gib, was an avid birdwatcher and canoe camper who had an astounding knowledge of the natural world. Gib’s influence made a lasting impression on his eldest son.
Scott’s interest in photography began with backpacking trips across Europe in the mid-1970s and has continued through more than four decades. As the former CEO of YMCA Canada and the Rideau Hall Foundation, as well as a travel enthusiast, Scott has travelled around the world and has made a point to explore new places and photograph his experiences to learn more about diverse communities and cultures.
When the pandemic hit Canada in March 2020 and travel plans were put on hold, Scott refocused his camera on the incredible variety of wildlife in and around the forests, ponds and rivers of the Ottawa/Gatineau region. As his son, Trevor, discovered the same passion, father and son built on their close relationship through a shared passion for nature and the trails that give them access to the wild world.
