Curiosity has shaped my journalism career since my first newsroom assignment in 1988, and it continues to guide my work today.

I approach every destination through a journalist's lens, looking beyond the obvious, asking thoughtful questions, uncovering unique angles and taking time to understand the people, history and personality of a place.

Through words and images, I share stories that inform, inspire curiosity and encourage others to explore something new.

My work has appeared in Lonely Planet, The Toronto Star, JourneyWoman, Saltscapes, Explore and other publications.

Selected work below. Read more at Donaldson on Assignment.

Getting Grounded Again at a Midlife Retreat in Gros Morne, Newfoundland
JourneyWoman, 2025
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Cathy’s Trans Canada Trail: Celtic Shores Coastal Trail 
Trans Canada Trail, 2025 — Four-part series
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Cathy’s Trans Canada Trail: East Blow Me Down: Awe-Inspiring Hiking 
Trans Canada Trail, 2025
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Cathy’s Trans Canada Trail: Making Friends One Step at a Time
Trans Canada Trail, 2024
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Can you Master Menopause? A Menopause Retreat in Costa Rica Jumpstarts Joy
JourneyWoman, 2023
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For a trip close to home, try a Parkway Getaway
New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal, 2022
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Finding Serenity in Saint Andrews
New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal, 2017
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Recharge the Mind and Body on P.E.I.
Moncton Times & Transcript, 2017
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Feast your eyes (and taste buds) on Montreal 
Moncton Times & Transcript, 2017
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Paradise Found on P.E.I.
Moncton Times & Transcript, 2012
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Holiday Pops a dream come true for Canadian
Boston Globe, 2012
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A Tuscan Treasure
Moncton Times & Transcript, 2011
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