Stan Rogers' beloved song "Northwest Passage" is a timeless classic, blending historical exploration with personal reflection. It captures the love of the land, the heartbreak of a poor crop, and the struggles of life with such emotional depth. In 1995, when Peter Gzowski asked CBC listeners to pick an alternate national anthem, "Northwest Passage" was the overwhelming choice. The album of the same name takes listeners on a poetic journey through Canada, featuring songs like "The Field Behind The Plow," "The Idiot," "Workin' Joe," and "Free In The Harbour." Remastered and reissued by Borealis Records.

Stan Rogers' impact as a songwriter remains strong, even 40 years after his tragic death at 33. His legacy is celebrated through numerous accolades, including the Diplôme d’honneur from the Canadian Conference of the Arts, a posthumous induction into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2019, and a tribute stamp by Canada Post in 2021. Every year, folk music lovers gather at the Stan Rogers Folk Festival in Canso, Nova Scotia, to honour his memory. His music continues to inspire and influence artists around the world.

Tracklist:

Side A:

1. Northwest Passage 

2. The Field Behind The Plow 

3. Night Guard 

4. Working Joe 

5. You Can't Stay Here 

Side B:

6. The Idiot

7. Lies 

8. Canol Road 

9. Free In The Harbour 

10. California

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