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Lynx Air Adds Boston and San Francisco Flights From Toronto; 25% Off Sale On All Transborder Flights Tickets

Lynx Air is expanding its flight services for the summer season, introducing routes from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Boston Logan International Airport and San Francisco International… Read more »

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These Are Ontario’s Top Baby Names in 2022

In 2022, the baby naming trends in Ontario saw familiar favourites and newcomers in the top ten rankings. The ranking reflects the ongoing preferences and emerging trends… Read more »

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What to Know About Ontario’s Plan to Allow Beer, Wine Sales at Convenience and Grocery Stores

Starting January 1, 2026, Ontario will experience a significant shift in its alcohol retail landscape. The provincial government has announced that consumers will be able to purchase… Read more »

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Air Canada Adds Flights to Tulum and Charleston; Announces Increased 2024 Summer Flights

Air Canada is set to expand its North American network in summer 2024, adding two new destinations and enhancing capacity across key markets. This growth includes the… Read more »

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Porter and Alaska Airlines Announce Partnership to Provide Coast-to-Coast Connectivity

Porter Airlines and Alaska Airlines have joined forces in a strategic partnership that aims to expand their flight offerings and enhance service across Canada and the U.S…. Read more »

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How Many Square Feet of House Can $400K Buy in Ontario

Ontario’s housing market, once reaching a peak average home price of nearly $930,000 in May, witnessed a decline to $855,990 by October, aligning with the previous year’s… Read more »

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Pink Friday 2 World Tour: Nicki Minaj Coming to Toronto and Montreal in April 2024; Tickets on Sale Dec 15

Global hip-hop sensation Nicki Minaj has unveiled details for her eagerly awaited “Pink Friday 2 World Tour,” set to span across North America and Europe in 2024…. Read more »

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These are Canada’s Top 40 Research Hospitals

Research Infosource Inc. has released a list of Canada’s Top 40 Research Hospitals, which is determined by the total research spend by the institute. Per the report,… Read more »

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Lost Evenings: Frank Turner Bringing 4-Day Music Festival to Toronto in 2024

Frank Turner, the acclaimed UK artist, is set to bring his award-winning festival, Lost Evenings, to Toronto for its seventh edition in September 2024.   Following its… Read more »

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ServiceOntario Opening New Centres in Staples Canada Stores

The Ontario government is enhancing the convenience and accessibility of vital government services like driver’s licenses and health cards.   Starting in early 2024, new ServiceOntario centers… Read more »

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Cheers to 2023: Ontario’s Favorite Drinks, According to LCBO

2023 in Ontario was the year of savvy sippers and tequila tippers! 2023 was the year when Ontarians decided to give their wallets a break without compromising… Read more »

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Jason Aldean, Thomas Rhett, and Cody Johnson to Headline Ontario’s 2024 Boots and Hearts Music Festival

The organizers of Ontario’s famous country music festival, Republic Live, have announced headliners for the 2024 edition. The 4-day Boots and Hearts Festival that takes place at… Read more »

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Liquidation Sale: Mastermind Toys Closing 18 Stores Nationwide

Mastermind Toys, a Canadian toy and children’s retail company with 66 stores nationwide has announced that it will close 18 stores. The move follows an asset purchase… Read more »

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Winter Ziplining Coming to Barrie’s Snow Valley Ski Resort

In the heart of Ontario’s winter wonderland, Barrie’s Snow Valley Ski Resort will introduce winter ziplining this season. The resort’s latest addition, the Summit Soar Quad Zip,… Read more »

Subway Canada to Launch Giant Footlong Cookie for National Cookie Day

Subway Canada to Launch Giant Footlong Cookie for National Cookie Day

In 2022, Subway Canada achieved a significant milestone by selling over 77 million cookies, equivalent to stacking about 3,500 CN Towers. As a continuation of this success,… Read more »

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2023 Holiday Shipping Deadlines For Canada Post, FedEx & Purolator

Here are the holiday shipping deadlines if you plan to send holiday gifts by Canada Post, FedEx or Purolator and want shipments to arrive before December 25,… Read more »

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Weather Network Releases 2023-2024 Winter Season Forecast

The Weather Network has released its winter forecast with a look ahead to what we can expect during December, January, and February. The Weather Network’s winter forecast… Read more »

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Ukrainian Famine-Genocide: Ontario High Schools to Include Mandatory Holodomor Studies

Beginning in September 2025, Ontario high schools will introduce mandatory education about the Holodomor in the Grade 10 Canadian History course. This initiative, announced on November 28,… Read more »

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Niagara’s Toronto Power Station Soon to Transform Into a $200M Five-Star Hotel and Cultural Hub

In a landmark development for Niagara Falls, Niagara Parks has announced a major project to redevelop the historic Toronto Power Generating Station, which has been dormant since… Read more »

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2023 Report: These Are the Most & Least Stolen Cars in Canada

Équité Association, and its Investigative Services team, which assists insurance companies in tackling fraud and crime have released the latest list of the most stolen cars in… Read more »

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New Canadian Circulation Coins With King Charles III Effigy Unveiled; You Can Now Preorder Inaugural Coins

The Royal Canadian Mint has unveiled the new Canadian coins’ design featuring the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III that will appear on the obverse of… Read more »

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Feast on ‘All-You-Can-Eat’ Ribs at St. Louis Bar & Grill Locations Starting Nov 14th

Proudly Canadian-owned and operated since 1992, St. Louis Bar & Grill is bringing back its all-you-can-eat Ribsanity event. After a three-year hiatus, the event is returning from… Read more »

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Living Wage in Ontario 2023: How Much You Need to Earn Per Hour For a Modest Standard of Living

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 is… Read more »

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Ensuring “Never Again”: Ontario to Add Holocaust Education in Grade 10 History Curriculum

The Ontario government is bolstering Holocaust education in its Grade 10 History course by introducing new mandatory learning modules.   This decision aims to instill a deeper… Read more »