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Guide to 2026 Summer Music Festivals in Ontario
There’s something for everyone in the nation’s most populated province, whether it’s folk, rock, or country music, bluegrass or jazz and everything in between. There are so… Read more »
Wasaga Beach is Turning Summer 2026 Into One Giant Waterfront Celebration
Wasaga Beach is planning a busy summer season in 2026, with more than 80 live music performances, waterfront festivals, fireworks, outdoor movies and new family events scheduled… Read more »
Things to Do During 2026 Victoria Day Long Weekend in Ontario
Looking for ways to kick off the unofficial start of summer in Ontario? From finger-lickin’ good festivals to long weekend fireworks, this list of 75+ events and… Read more »
18 Places to Watch 2026 Victoria Day Weekend Fireworks in Ontario
If you want to celebrate the unofficial start of the summer with fireworks lighting up the sky, here are some places to go in Ontario to enjoy Victoria Day weekend fireworks.
8 Places to Go Lazy River Floating or Tubing in Ontario
The summer heat beckons adults and kids alike to enjoy the water and revisit fun activities like floating and tubing. Ontario has many slow-flowing rivers that are… Read more »
Starbucks Expands Summer Menu With New Tropical Drinks and Customizable Energy Refreshers
Starbucks is rolling out its summer menu across Canada on May 12, bringing a mix of returning favourites, tropical-inspired drinks, and more ways for customers to customize… Read more »
Step Into a Child’s Wonderland at Santa’s Village Theme Park in Muskoka
The magical theme park, located halfway between the North Pole and the Equator, will open for the 2025 season on Victoria Day weekend. Santa’s Village, a theme… Read more »
Ontario’s Secret Tide: Cruise the Historic Napanee River on Norman Paul
Embark on a joyous adventure along the Napanee River aboard the Norman Paul, a custom-built, 45-foot pontoon boat. The Napanee River, conveniently located just a block south… Read more »
Sand Hill Park: Climb Massive Sand Dunes & Plan a Weekend Beach Getaway to Lake Erie Shores
Make the best of the summer season by taking a swim at Sand Hill Park, which is home to Ontario’s largest sand dunes. These massive sand mountains… Read more »
Tyendinaga Cavern & Caves: Largest Known Cavern in Ontario is 2 Hours From Toronto
Explore a hidden, underground world at Tyendinaga Cavern & Caves—the largest known cavern in Ontario. The guided tours at Tyendinaga have been a family-owned, small business for… Read more »
Canada’s Unemployment Rate Reaches 6.9% as Quebec Loses Jobs and Manitoba Has Lowest Unemployment
Canada’s labour market showed few signs of momentum in April, with employment essentially flat and unemployment ticking higher as more people looked for work. The country lost… Read more »
Canada Monitoring Three People After Rare Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship
Canadian health officials say three people in Canada are being monitored after an outbreak of Andes hantavirus was linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius. In a… Read more »
Ontario Lowers Colon Cancer Screening Age to 45
Ontario is lowering the age for publicly funded colorectal cancer screening, a move the province says will make early detection available to more than one million additional… Read more »
Tragically Chip: Kawartha Dairy Launches Limited Edition Maple Whisky Ice Cream Inspired by The Tragically Hip
A new ice cream inspired by cottage country summers and one of Canada’s most recognizable songs is arriving just in time for the season. Kawartha Dairy has… Read more »
AirAsia Orders 150 Canada-Built Airbus A220-300 Jets in Record Deal
A major aircraft order involving AirAsia and Airbus is putting Canada’s aerospace sector in focus. Malaysia-based AirAsia has committed to a major fleet expansion, placing an order… Read more »
Georgian Bay Islands National Park: The Stunning Landscapes of the Boat-Only Accessible Summer Destination Is An Easy Day Trip From Toronto
Visit this National Park composed of 63 islands where the windswept white pines and granite shores of the Canadian Shield are yours to discover!
Pizza Nova Brings Back One-Day $5.99 Deal to Support Variety Ontario
Pizza Nova is bringing back its one-day “That’s Amore Pizza for Kids” event, something customers haven’t seen in its original format since 2019. For one day only… Read more »
2026 Ribfests In and Around Greater Toronto Area (and Ontario)
Nothing says summer like the aroma of sizzling gourmet meats on the fired-up smoking hot grills! With plenty of rides, activities, and kid-friendly food, Ribfest is an… Read more »
Louise Arbour Named Canada’s Next Governor General
Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed Louise Arbour as Canada’s 31st Governor General since Confederation. Per the news release, Arbour brings a long and unusually wide-ranging legal… Read more »
Dorset Lookout Tower: Climb to the Top of This Scenic Lookout in Ontario For Spectacular Summer and Fall Colour Views
Fall is almost here and you can enjoy its beautiful colours at the Dorset Lookout Tower in Algonquin Highlands. The tower is a 142-meter tall massive structure… Read more »
Grey-Bruce Tulip Fest: Explore a Sea of Colours at Sandhill Creek Flower Farm This Mother’s Day Weekend
Tulip Fest is returning to Sandhill Creek, a family-run farm located in South Bruce Peninsula. You will have the chance to wander through four acres of blooming… Read more »
FREE Comic Book Day 2026: Get Free Comics This Saturday
Free Comic Book Day 2026 returns this Saturday, and you can get free comics and merch from your local comic shop.
Team Canada Strong: $6B Workforce Plan Targets 100,000 Trades Workers, Offers $5,000 Incentive
Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced a new federal initiative aimed at expanding Canada’s skilled trades workforce. The program, called Team Canada Strong, includes a $6 billion… Read more »
Saunders Farm Marks 50 Years with New Tulipfest in Ottawa
Saunders Farm is marking a major milestone this spring, and it’s doing it in full colour. To celebrate its 50th anniversary, Saunders Farm is introducing Tulipfest, a… Read more »