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Air Transat, Air Canada and Porter Win Big at 2026 World Airline Awards

Canadian carriers picked up several major honours at the 2026 World Airline Awards, with Air Canada, Air Transat and Porter Airlines all taking home category wins. The… Read more »

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Stalking Dead Returns to Peterborough With New Alien-Themed Halloween Escape Game

A dark field, strange lights, unexplained crop patterns and a secret government program investigating extraterrestrial activity set the scene for this year’s Stalking Dead Halloween experience near… Read more »

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Why You Should Visit Bancroft During Fall – Adventures and Festivals

Hastings County is a beautiful part of Ontario that you should visit during the fall season. With sprawling forests, expansive lakes, and culturally rich communities, there is… Read more »

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Cranberry Harvest: 2026 Season at Ontario’s Famous Cranberry Marsh in Muskoka Begins Sept 26

Fall is around the corner, and there are plenty of fun things to do in Ontario, from Salmon Run and Pumpkinfernos to watching the marvellous fall colours of sugar… Read more »

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Brockville to London: Explore Unique Attractions and Historic Sites in 5 Ontario Regions from Sept 18 to 20

You can visit Banting House National Historic Site of Canada, Nancy Island Historic Site, and many other museums and historic sites for free this weekend. Every April… Read more »

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Frozen Raspberries Recalled by CFIA Following Reported Norovirus Illnesses

If you have frozen raspberries tucked away in your freezer, you may want to check the label before using them. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has recalled… Read more »

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Doors Open Simcoe County 2026: Visit Unique Attractions For Free on Sept 19

Doors Open Simcoe County offers an enriching experience to explore the rich cultural, historical, and architectural sites of the County. Simcoe County is inviting residents and visitors… Read more »

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Little Caesars Offers $5 Cheese and Pepperoni Pizzas for One Day

If you have pizza plans this week, Little Caesars Canada is giving you a fairly simple option. The chain is marking its fifth annual Customer Appreciation Day… Read more »

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Guide: Must Visit Ontario Small Towns & Cities During Fall

The fall colours are bright, warm, and abundant across Ontario. No matter the region in which you want to plan a fall Ontario roadtrip, the great scenery is around every corner. Plus, each Ontario town or fall destination has its own unique reasons to visit. These come from the local fall or Halloween events, harvest and farm fun, apple and pumpkin picking, or birding for the migration season.

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50 Activities and Festivals to Experience in Ontario This Fall Season – 2026

From spectacular fall colours, harvest activities, festivals and Halloween events, there are plenty of ways to celebrate this transitional season in Ontario. Here are fifty fun activities… Read more »

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10 Fantastic Fall Activities in Ontario

The cool air of autumn heralds a time of country harvests, crunching leaves, and soothing drinks! There are plenty of fun fall activities to get you outside and here are 10 awesome Fall activities in Ontario!

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40+ Fall Studio Tours For Fall Day Trips Across Ontario – 2026

Fall studio tours offer a perfect way to experience Ontario’s autumn colours while discovering the creativity of local artists and makers. From rural backroads and lakeside communities… Read more »

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Where to Go For Fall Colour Chairlift Rides in Ontario – 2026

Witness nature’s splendour in the Fall by taking a ski resort’s chairlift ride to a mountain’s summit. Whether you’re hiking or simply enjoying the ride, the panoramic… Read more »

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Hike Haliburton Highlands: 15 Glorious Fall Colour Hikes & Lookouts

Hike Haliburton Highlands to experience the stunning colours of the autumn season in Ontario. Popularly known as Haliburton Highlands, the county of Haliburton, comprised of Algonquin Highlands,… Read more »

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Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride 2026: Fall Colour Chairlift Rides, Scenic Hike & Lookout

The second oldest family-owned ski hill in Ontario, Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride is an extremely popular skiing and mountain biking location north of Haliburton. Overlooking Eagle… Read more »

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25 Hikes to Enjoy Fall Colours in Ontario

What better way to spend the crisp fall days than to get outside and take a hike? Whether you want a quick trail for some fresh air, or are planning multi-day hiking and camping trip, the following trails will give you some great ideas for places to hike in Ontario.

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15 Fall Colour Driving Routes in Central Ontario

Enjoy the roads before the snow comes as you explore the middle of the province and its rising ridges, scenic landscapes and gentle, rolling hills. The roads beckon so get out and explore!

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U.S. Announces New Tariffs and Import Bans on Alcohol, Dairy, and Motor Vehicles

Canada-U.S. trade tensions moved into another round on September 8, with President Donald J. Trump issuing five proclamations affecting Canadian goods just as Canada’s new counter-tariffs took… Read more »

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Doors Open 2026: Explore Peterborough & Kawartha Lakes For Free This Weekend

Doors Open Peterborough and Kawartha Lakes will once again open the doors to historic landmarks, cultural centres, and hidden gems across the region. The program is part… Read more »

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Fall Colour Adventure High Above the Forest Floor at World’s Longest Tree Canopy Walkway

Go on a breathtaking journey across Haliburton Forest that includes a scenic drive through a forest, a canoe tour across a wilderness lake, a guided walk along the Pelaw River Rapids and a walk high above the ground through the treetops and via half a kilometre long canopy boardwalk.

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Tickets Now Available For South Simcoe Railway Fall Colour Train Tours Near Toronto

Imagine hopping aboard a train that whisks you back to the early 20th century, as you roll through the vibrant fall landscape of Beeton Creek Valley. This isn’t just any train ride; it’s a journey on Ontario’s first steam heritage railway, courtesy of South Simcoe Railway.

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Fall Season Road Trip: Salmon Run in Owen Sound

Owen Sound sits where the Bay empties into the Potawatomi and Sydenham Rivers. The latter of the two, which runs north to south through Owen Sound, is home to an incredible fall salmon run. The annual salmon run experience in Owen Sound is centred around getting visitors the best views of this incredible migration.

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AGORA: Path of Light – Take a Gondola Ride to An Illuminated Trail at Blue Mountain

There is plenty to do at Ontario’s all-season resort every day, but if are searching for a reason to stay till the stars come out, then the… Read more »

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Pumpkinferno 2026: Places to See Enchanting Pumpkin Displays This Fall in Ontario

Get ready to see extraordinary works of art on pumpkins this fall across Ontario. Set outdoors, you can see hand-carved glowing pumpkins that will blow your mind…. Read more »