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2026 Winter Festivals in Ontario: Fire, Ice & Frozen Fun
Explore interactive ice displays, enjoy snow tubing, maple taffy, horse-drawn wagon rides, taste Ice wines and more!
Festivals in Ontario – Upcoming Celebrations
Let us celebrate Ontario through winter lights, festivals that titillate your taste buds, make you think with Ontario playwrights, get you tracking Ontario birds, music festivals that… Read more »
25 Coolest Outdoor Ice Skating Trails in Ontario – 2025/26 Season Hours and Fees
Sharpen your skates, and checkout some of Ontario’s best ice skating trails this winter.
1.2 Km Illuminated Ice Skating Trail at Ontario’s Cranberry Marsh Opens For 2026 Winter Season
The 1.2 km long skating trail over the famous cranberry bog in Bala will open on Dec 27, 2025, for night skating. Home of Johnston Cranberries, Muskoka… Read more »
25 Ontario Provincial Parks to Visit During Winter
If you enjoy bundling up, getting some fresh air and challenging yourself, then read on for a list of Ontario provincial parks that remain open over the winter and offer invigorating winterized activities, no matter your particular level of experience. Come along and experience the great outdoors even in the winter months!
Ideas For a Frosty Fun Day Trip and Winter Getaway to Niagara-on-the-Lake
When it comes to a winter getaway or day trip in Southern Ontario, you’ll have several great options. This could include the many urban centres, small cities,… Read more »
Winter Getaway to Stratford – Top Winter Activities, Festivals and Outdoor Adventures
Winter time of the year promises exciting events, different ways to explore the city, food and drink experiences, and all of this among beautiful winter scenery. Take in more of the snowy scenery from the Avon River Valley, Stratford Trails, or the Wildwood Conservation Area to the south.
Winter Getaway to Brockville – Top Outdoor Thrills and Family Fun Activities
The winter fun and celebrations in Brockville have started for the season! Winters in this smaller riverside city start off with the festive season, local light displays,… Read more »
Amended Citizenship Rules Now in Effect For Those Born or Adopted Outside Canada
Revisions to Canada’s citizenship law are now in place, reshaping how eligibility is determined for people born or adopted outside the country. Bill C-3, an amendment to… Read more »
20+ Ontario Resorts and Lodges for Christmas/Winter Break Getaway
From the great lakes of the south to the shores of Hudson’s Bay in the north, Ontario has so much to offer for a relaxing Christmas/Winter Break… Read more »
10 Ontario Towns to Visit Over Christmas and Holiday Break
The magic and spirit of the holiday season is merry and bright across Ontario this December. All the major centres, like the Toronto, Ottawa, and more, have… Read more »
What to Expect as Meaford Becomes a Festive Village for Georgian Bay’s Christmas Market
Meaford’s historic downtown is preparing for a festive takeover as Christmas On The Bay, Georgian Bay’s largest outdoor Christmas market, returns to transform the Market Square into… Read more »
10 Ideas For Winter and Christmas Holiday Getaways in Ontario
The holidays are upon us, and your vacation planning starts now! These holiday getaways in Ontario are surefire ways to create memories, embrace the holiday spirit or… Read more »
10 Christmas Holiday Getaways in Ontario
Want to get away during Christmas Break with the whole family or with your special someone? You don’t have to fly South when there are many… Read more »
Things to Do to Celebrate Christmas & Holidays in Ontario
Here is a list of events and activities to celebrate and holidays in some regions of Ontario.
15 Spa Resort Winter and Holiday Getaways in Ontario
Winter and spa resorts go together so perfectly. There is no better time of year to escape every day with a splendid getaway to a comfortable resort… Read more »
25 Black Friday Deals in Canada – 2025
Celebrate the start of the holiday season with huge savings! All across Canada, there will be huge discounts from top brands and stores, just in time for… Read more »
Nov 29 & 30: CPKC Holiday Train Coming to Greater Toronto Area
The illuminated Canadian Pacific Kansas City Holiday Train will be chugging across the Greater Toronto Area starting on November 29. This is the train’s second annual journey as… Read more »
CPKC Holiday Train Adorned With Spectacular Lights Set to Begin Its 2025 Ontario Trip on Nov 20 (Schedule)
The Holiday Train will return to the rails in Ontario starting November 20. Two decorated trains will make the festive journey, travelling through the U.S. and Canada… Read more »
Riverfest Elora Will Not Return in 2026 as the Beloved Ontario Music Festival Ends Its Run
Riverfest Elora, a long-running independent music festival in Ontario, will shut down after 15 years due to mounting financial pressures. Organizers announced the closure on Tuesday with… Read more »
Ontario’s Boots and Hearts Music Festival Announces 2026 Lineup
The organizers of Ontario’s famous country music festival, Republic Live, have announced the initial lineup for the 2026 edition. The 3-day Boots and Hearts Festival that takes… Read more »
2025 Christmas & Holiday Activities in and Around Barrie – Santa Claus Parades, Lights, and Holiday Events
A list of Christmas events in and around Barrie including children’s events, Santa Claus Parade, Christmas lights, carols, theatre, and other holiday events. Things to Do to… Read more »
Christmas Markets, Holiday Craft Fairs and Expos in Canada
Here are some of the upcoming Christmas markets, holiday craft fairs and expos in some of the cities in Canada.
First Light – What to Expect When the Enchanting Candle Lit Walk at Sainte-Marie Returns For 2025
Now entering its 25th year, the Sainte-Marie’s First Light event is renowned as a captivating holiday celebration, uniting historical charm with festive activities. Known for its enchanting candle-lit environment, this year’s event promises even more with a dual venue setting: Sainte-Marie among the Hurons and the Martyrs’ Shrine.