Rural Roots: A Hilarious Cartoon Series from the Pages of Our Canada

We’re sure that you’ll get a chuckle from “Rural Roots,” a tribute to the great outdoors by Ontario-based Jack Lown, who spent his early career working as an artist in an animation studio.

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Illustration: Jack Lown

Hand It Over!

Even bears can’t turn down chocolate.

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Illustration: Jack Lown

Network’s Down

Attention cellular service providers: no Wi-Fi affects more than humans.

These hilarious dog cartoons will make every animal lover chuckle.

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Illustration: Jack Lown

Walking Group

It’s well-known that Canadian squirrels enjoy a rich social life.

Check out these funny cartoons based on the experiences of a retired bus driver.

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Illustration: Jack Lown

Lose the Pine Cones

You know how bears love chocolate? Well, that applies to moose, too!

Don’t miss this awe-inspiring gallery of moose pictures.

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Illustration: Jack Lown

Flying Squirrel

Remember, folks: don’t try this at home.

These funny pictures are sure to make you smile!

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Illustration: Jack Lown

Canadian Pride

How do you celebrate July 1st?

Here are the best Canadian jokes of all time.

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Illustration: Jack Lown

One-Stop Shopping

In order of importance: honey, bread… then everything else.

These funny work cartoons will get you through the week!

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Illustration: Jack Lown

Sláinte!

No matter how much fun you had on St. Paddy’s Day, these two definitely had you beat.

From coast to coast, here’s each Canadian province’s signature hangover cure.

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Illustration: Jack Lown

Building a Fire

The odd couple for the Canadian wilderness.

Don’t miss this roundup of the funniest town names across Canada.

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Illustration: Jack Lown

No Cashews Allowed

Always ask squirrels about their dietary restrictions.

If you loved “Rural Roots,” be sure to check out “Meanwhile, At the Garage…”

Originally Published in Our Canada

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