No weather defines Canada more than cold; it transforms our landscapes and shapes life for wildlife and people, creating both hardship and wonder. Canada has some of the coldest weather on the planet, with recorded temperatures as low as those on the surface of Mars. Cold, the first episode in this five-part series, offers an unforgettable cinematic journey through some of Canada's most dangerous and spectacular weather. Discover how Canadians push the limits of cold endurance while baby harp seals brave icy water and flying squirrels cuddle for warmth. Follow one Inuit couple in Kugluktuk, Nunavut, as they share traditional teaching with their grandchildren on critical cold-weather survival skills. Learn about the powerful effects of wind chill on the human body and the surprisingly complex creation of icicles.

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