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Things to Do This Weekend Around Kitchener-Waterloo Region

A list of 10 things to do in the Kitchener-Waterloo Region including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports, and exhibitions.

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RRSP-for-Life and New Tax Deductions to New Grocery Benefit: All the Perks and Changes Affecting Canadians in Budget 2026

Canada’s federal Budget 2026, tabled on November 5, proposes new financial benefits, tax credits, retirement savings reforms, immigration changes and consumer protections that could affect millions of… Read more »

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Canada’s First Sovereign Wealth Fund: You May Soon Be Able to Invest Through Canada Strong Notes in 2027

You could soon invest in Canada’s first national sovereign wealth fund, with Ottawa planning to introduce a new investment product called Canada Strong Notes in early 2027…. Read more »

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Canada Budget 2026 Proposes Permanent Residency for Up to 200,000 Temporary Residents, Sets New Immigration Targets

Canada wants to reduce the number of new temporary residents entering the country, but it also plans to give more people already living here a chance to… Read more »

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These Are Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants for 2026, According to OpenTable

Looking for somewhere new to eat? OpenTable has released its list of Canada’s Top 100 Restaurants for 2026, highlighting dining spots across Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec… Read more »

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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.

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Christmas & Holiday Activities in Guelph 2026

Christmas celebrations, Santa Claus Parades, holiday family fun events, festivals, weekend activities in and around Guelph. Contents Christmas Lights & Santa Claus Parades Christmas Carols & Holiday… Read more »

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Kitchener Christkindl Market 2026: What to See, Eat and Do at the 30th Anniversary Celebration

Kitchener is expanding its Christkindl Market celebrations this December, marking the festival’s 30th anniversary with a new entertainment series featuring concerts, cultural performances and family activities. The… Read more »

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Toys“R”Us Canada Returns Through Staples With Nearly 300 Locations Planned

Toys“R”Us Canada is preparing for a return to communities across the country, but this time, shoppers will find the familiar toy brand inside Staples stores. Staples Canada… Read more »

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Nearly 1 in 3 Canadians Skipping Meals as Food Insecurity Hits Four-Year High: Report

More Canadians are cutting back on food because they cannot afford groceries, and younger adults are feeling the pressure particularly hard. A new Salvation Army survey released… Read more »

Papa Johns Canada Introduces New 16-Inch XL Pizza for $19.99

Papa Johns Canada Introduces New 16-Inch XL Pizza for $19.99

Papa Johns Canada has added a bigger pizza to its menu, and the new size comes with a limited-time price offer. Starting November 2, 2026, customers can… Read more »

Cineplex Community Day 2026: See Free Movies at Cineplex Theatres, Free Gaming at Rec Rooms & Playdiums on Nov 14

Cineplex Community Day 2026: See Free Movies at Cineplex Theatres, Free Gaming at Rec Rooms & Playdiums on Nov 14

Enjoy a morning of free movies and gaming across Canada on Saturday, November 14, as Cineplex brings back its annual Community Day.   Now in its 14th… Read more »

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Things to Do During 2026 Christmas & Holiday Season Across Kitchener-Waterloo Region

Christmas celebrations, Santa Claus Parades, family fun events, festivals, weekend activities happening across Kitchener-Waterloo Region.

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These Are Canada’s 10 Biggest Party Cities, According to Uber’s 2026 Rankings

London, Ontario, has once again claimed the title of Canada’s biggest party city, beating Toronto, Vancouver and other major cities in Uber’s latest nightlife rankings. The company’s… Read more »

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Canada GDP: Economy Flat in August, September Expected to Shrink 0.1%

Canada’s economy showed little movement in August, with growth in retail sales and manufacturing offset by declines in wholesale trade and government activity. According to Statistics Canada,… Read more »

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Canada to Invest Up to $1.6 Billion in Toronto-Based Cohere, With 1,000 New Tech Jobs Planned

Ottawa is making a major investment in Canadian artificial intelligence, with plans to take an ownership stake in Toronto-founded AI company Cohere. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced… Read more »

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Papa Johns Brings Back Pumpkin-Shaped Halloween Pizza Across Canada

Halloween treats don’t have to come in a candy wrapper. Papa Johns Canada has brought back its Jack-o’-Lantern Pizza, giving Canadians another option for a Halloween-themed meal…. Read more »

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Illuminated Christmas Train Rides in Ontario 2026: Ride With Santa and Explore Charming Towns

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.

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Check Your Old Lotto Max Tickets: $40 Million Jackpot Expires October 28

Someone who bought a Lotto Max ticket in Ontario last October could be sitting on a $40 million fortune without knowing it. But time is running out… Read more »

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Ontario is Moving Toward Digital IDs: Here’s What Will Change for Residents

Ontario residents could eventually carry their provincial identification on their phones instead of reaching for a wallet. But switching to digital ID won’t be mandatory. The Ontario… Read more »

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Record Food Bank Visits in Canada as Nearly One in Five Clients Has a Job and One in Three Is a Child

More Canadians are turning to food banks than ever before, and an increasing number of those seeking help have jobs. Food Banks Canada’s 2026 HungerCount report, released… Read more »

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Ontario Electricity Prices Changing November 1: New Winter Rates, Lower Rebates and What It Means for Your Bill

Ontario households and small businesses will see lower electricity rates starting November 1, 2026, but that does not necessarily mean their overall bills will decrease. The Ontario… Read more »

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Canada’s Express Entry Changes Explained: Eligible Jobs, New CRS Points and LMIA Rules

Canada is changing how it ranks skilled workers seeking permanent residence, giving greater weight to Canadian work experience and job offers in higher-paying occupations. Immigration Minister Lena… Read more »

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Various Brands of Organic Cheese Recalled Over Listeria Concerns

Twelve organic cheese products sold under the Farm Boy, L’Ancêtre and Life Smart brands are being recalled across Canada because of possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The Canadian… Read more »