Barrie 
What’s Planned for the 2026 Snowman Mania in Wasaga Beach, From the RecPlex to Nancy Island
Snowman Mania is back, and if winter usually feels long, this is the part where it starts to feel worth it. The annual Wasaga Beach festival returns… Read more »
I Heart Beer Festival Kicks Off 2026 Ontario Tour This Month
The annual I Heart Beer Festival is back in 2026 with a grand Ontario tour, promising an evening of fun and entertainment for attendees. While the festival’s… Read more »
Where Canadians Moved in 2025: Calgary & Barrie Top U-Haul List
Canada’s internal migration patterns continue to show clear regional preferences, based on how people are moving their households from one place to another. An annual review of… Read more »
First New Northlander Train Arrives as Ontario Moves Closer to Restoring Service
Ontario has reached a significant step toward restoring long-distance passenger rail in the north with the arrival of the first new Northlander trainset. The province confirmed the… Read more »
Learn to Ski and Snowboard for $29.95 at Ski/Snowboard Areas Across Canada
Have you always wanted to try skiing or snowboarding but felt held back by the high cost of lessons and equipment rentals? The expense can make it… Read more »
Fire & Ice Nights Light Up Arrowhead Park’s Forest Skating Trail Beginning Jan 16
The wait is over! Ontario Parks staff plans to open the 1.3km long outdoor skating trail in Arrowhead Provincial Park that winds through snow-draped Muskoka forest for… Read more »
Top Things to Do in Ontario This January – 2026
From outdoor skating trails to theatre festivals, here are 33 of the best things to do this January in Ontario.
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 »
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 »
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 »
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.
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.
Drive-Thru Holiday Light Displays in Ontario – 2025
Looking for a cozy way to see twinkling Christmas light displays this holiday season? Here are 10+ ways to see Holiday lights from your car across Ontario.
Cineplex Community Day 2025: See Free Movies at Cineplex Theatres, Free Gaming at Rec Rooms & Playdiums on Nov 15
Enjoy a morning of free movies and free gaming on November 15. You can visit the local Cineplex theatre to celebrate Community Day by enjoying a… Read more »
Bank of Canada Cuts Policy Rate to 2.25% Amid Economic Weakness
The Bank of Canada has lowered its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 2.25%, citing persistent economic weakness and global trade uncertainty. The Bank Rate… Read more »
Cineplex Introduces $8.99 Monday Surprise Premieres with Mystery Screenings Across Canada
Cineplex is launching a new movie event aimed at offering audiences affordable entertainment and an element of surprise. The company announced the debut of Monday Surprise Premieres,… Read more »