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5 Delightful Activities to Enjoy This Holiday Season at Royal Botanical Gardens
Royal Botanical Gardens is a beautiful place to visit any time of the year. Come Christmas, and this beautiful garden becomes all the more spectacular with the… Read more »
Candlelit Stroll & More: Burlington’s Lakeside Festival of Lights Returns For 2025 This Friday
Burlington’s annual Lakeside Festival of Lights will return to Spencer Smith Park from this weekend, bringing more than 60 illuminated displays to the city’s waterfront. Beginning November… 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 »
How to Qualify for Ontario’s New Rebates of Up to $200 on Induction Cooktops, Fridges, Dryers, and Washing Machines
Ontario is broadening its energy‑efficiency push, adding consumer rebates for efficient appliances and increasing support for industrial and institutional projects to curb electricity use and manage costs…. 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 »
Living Wage 2025: The Hourly Pay Required to Afford Life in Ontario
The Ontario Living Wage Network has published hourly wages required to maintain a modest standard of living across 10 Living Wage regions in Ontario. The living wage… Read more »
Chick-fil-A’s Holiday Menu Features Peppermint Treats and New Snack Options
Chick-fil-A Canada has announced the return of its seasonal menu, bringing back peppermint-flavoured beverages and a range of shareable catering options for the holidays. The limited-time items… Read more »
2025 Hamilton Santa Claus Parade – Route, Road Closures and Transit Changes
Santa and Mrs. Claus will make their appearance in town on Saturday, November 15, 2025. The annual Santa Parade, a long-standing family tradition, is set 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.
Red Lobster to Offer Free Shrimp & Chips to Veterans on Remembrance Day
Red Lobster will recognize veterans and active-duty military members on Remembrance Day by offering a complimentary meal of Shrimp & Chips on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. The… Read more »
Ontario Expands Carbon Monoxide Alarm Requirements Starting 2026
Ontario will introduce stricter carbon monoxide (CO) safety rules beginning January 1, 2026, to strengthen protection for residents against the deadly gas. Carbon monoxide is a… Read more »
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 »
First-Time Home Buyers in Ontario Could Save Up to $80,000 Off Under New Rebate Plan
Ontario is proposing a new measure aimed at reducing housing costs for first-time home buyers and encouraging home construction. The provincial government announced plans to rebate the… 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 »
Chipotle Canada Offers World Series BOGO and Halloween Boorito Promotions
Chipotle Canada is marking Toronto’s return to baseball’s championship spotlight with a nationwide promotion offering fans a free entrée. On Monday, October 27, from 3 p.m. to… Read more »
2025 Christmas Events in Hamilton – Santa Parades, Lights, Carols & Theatre
A list of Christmas and holiday-themed events in and around Hamilton, Ontario – including children’s events, carols, theatre, and other holiday events. You may like – Christmas… Read more »
Canada and Ontario Announce $3 Billion Investment in Darlington Nuclear Project
Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced a joint $3 billion investment from the federal and Ontario governments to support the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP) in Bowmanville,… Read more »
Illuminated Christmas Train Rides and Santa Train Rides in Ontario – 2025
Enjoy a visit from Santa as you and your loved ones take a ride on the Christmas Trains that take you along the snow-laden countryside of Ontario.
Auditor General Says CRA Call Centres Provide Inaccurate, Delayed Service: 17% Accuracy and 18% Timely Responses
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is failing to provide taxpayers with timely and accurate assistance through its contact centres, according to a report tabled in Parliament by… Read more »
UFO Sightings, Lake Monsters, Hauntings and Other Spooky Urban Legends in Canada
Canada’s expansive landscape offers numerous hidden spots where things can easily hide, lurk, and, for the most part, go completely unnoticed. Even as a relatively newer country,… Read more »
Spectacular Light Display at Royal Botanical Gardens Returns This November; Here is What to Expect
Celebrate the magic of the season at Winter Wonders, a one-of-a-kind outdoor evening experience located in Hendrie Park, Burlington. This enchanting event invites visitors to explore a… Read more »
Parents Across Ontario Protest Proposed Ban on Speed Safety Cameras
Parents, caregivers, and road safety advocates held coordinated demonstrations across Ontario on October 20 to oppose the provincial government’s plan to end the use of municipal automated… Read more »