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You Can Soon Buy Chinese EVs for Less than $35K as Canada Forges New Ties

Prime Minister Mark Carney visited Beijing this week, marking the first trip to China by a Canadian prime minister since 2017 and formalizing a new strategic partnership… Read more »

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Top 100 Population Centres in Canada: How the Population Has Changed

Canada’s population growth slowed markedly across cities and regions over the past year, according to new subprovincial estimates from Statistics Canada for 2025. As of July 1,… Read more »

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OPP and CBSA Stop Major Heroin Shipment from the U.S.

Police and border officials say a large shipment of suspected heroin was intercepted as it entered Ontario from the United States. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and… Read more »

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Guide: 10 of the Best Ontario Towns & Cities For a Winter Getaway

Booking a winter getaway in Ontario could include a huge array of fun. Whether you’re more of the adventurous type, an outdoors person, someone who likes to find the local shops, or someone who enjoys all of the above, there is a destination on this list for you. We’ve included Ontario’s smaller towns, cities, and some of the quintessential winter-in-Ontario-experiences.

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Comfort Camping in Canada’s National Parks: Where to Go & When to Book For Summer 2026

Parks Canada offers a variety of camping experiences, blending outdoor adventure with comfort. Their diverse accommodations cater to different preferences and group sizes, ensuring a unique stay… Read more »

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Canada Urges Citizens to Leave Iran Immediately as Security Situation Worsens

Canada has issued updated travel advice urging Canadians in Iran to leave the country immediately if it is safe to do so, citing a rapidly deteriorating security… Read more »

I Heart Beer Festival Kicks Off 2026 Ontario Tour This Month

I Heart Beer Festival Kicks Off 2026 Ontario Tour This Month

The annual I Heart Beer Festival is back in 2026 with a grand Ontario tour, promising an evening of fun and entertainment for attendees. While the festival’s… Read more »

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International Arrivals to Canada and U.S. Travel by Canadians Fall Again in December 2025

International travel to Canada continued to slow at the end of the year, according to preliminary data on air and automobile arrivals in Statistics Canada’s latest release… Read more »

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Where Canadians Moved in 2025: Calgary & Barrie Top U-Haul List

Canada’s internal migration patterns continue to show clear regional preferences, based on how people are moving their households from one place to another. An annual review of… Read more »

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First New Northlander Train Arrives as Ontario Moves Closer to Restoring Service

Ontario has reached a significant step toward restoring long-distance passenger rail in the north with the arrival of the first new Northlander trainset. The province confirmed the… Read more »

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Learn to Ski and Snowboard for $29.95 at Ski/Snowboard Areas Across Canada

Have you always wanted to try skiing or snowboarding but felt held back by the high cost of lessons and equipment rentals? The expense can make it… Read more »

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Fire & Ice Nights Light Up Arrowhead Park’s Forest Skating Trail Beginning Jan 16

The wait is over! Ontario Parks staff plans to open the 1.3km long outdoor skating trail in Arrowhead Provincial Park that winds through snow-draped Muskoka forest for… Read more »

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Places to Go Snow Tubing in Ontario

Snow tubing is a fun and safe way to enjoy the thrills of snowy hills, offering outdoor excitement for the whole family. There are plenty of elevated… Read more »

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Top Things to Do in Ontario This January – 2026

From outdoor skating trails to theatre festivals, here are 33 of the best things to do this January in Ontario.

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2026 Winter Festivals in Ontario: Fire, Ice & Frozen Fun

Explore interactive ice displays, enjoy snow tubing, maple taffy, horse-drawn wagon rides, taste Ice wines and more!

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Festivals in Ontario – Upcoming Celebrations

Let us celebrate Ontario through winter lights, festivals that titillate your taste buds, make you think with Ontario playwrights, get you tracking Ontario birds, music festivals that… Read more »

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25 Coolest Outdoor Ice Skating Trails in Ontario – 2025/26 Season Hours and Fees

Sharpen your skates, and checkout some of Ontario’s best ice skating trails this winter.

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Minimum Wage in Canada – 2026

The minimum wage is the lowest hourly wage that employees must be paid, and it varies by province. The minimum wage may increase in provinces and territories… Read more »

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1.2 Km Illuminated Ice Skating Trail at Ontario’s Cranberry Marsh Opens For 2026 Winter Season

The 1.2 km long skating trail over the famous cranberry bog in Bala will open on Dec 27, 2025, for night skating. Home of Johnston Cranberries, Muskoka… Read more »

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NORAD’s Santa Tracker 2025: Track Santa Across Canada and the World

Track Santa around the world this Christmas! NORAD’s Santa Tracker can help kids have fun tracking the magical fellow around the globe. It is also a great… Read more »

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25 Ontario Provincial Parks to Visit During Winter

If you enjoy bundling up, getting some fresh air and challenging yourself, then read on for a list of Ontario provincial parks that remain open over the winter and offer invigorating winterized activities, no matter your particular level of experience. Come along and experience the great outdoors even in the winter months!

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Family Fun Things to Do During 2025-26 Christmas – Winter Break in Kitchener-Waterloo Region

Here’s a list of fun activities to enjoy as a family during the winter break in the Kitchener-Waterloo Region.

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Ideas For a Frosty Fun Day Trip and Winter Getaway to Niagara-on-the-Lake

When it comes to a winter getaway or day trip in Southern Ontario, you’ll have several great options. This could include the many urban centres, small cities,… Read more »

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Things to Do on Christmas & Boxing Day in KW Region – 2025

Christmas is an extra special day to spend with family and friends. Take a walk with your loved ones through a sparkling winter wonderland and explore what Kitchener-Waterloo Region has to offer on Christmas and Boxing Day. Here is a list of things to do on December 25 & 26 in Kitchener-Waterloo Region.