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50% More GST/HST Credit: Eligible Canadians to Receive a One-Time Grocery Relief Payment on June 5

A new federal payment aimed at easing grocery costs is set to land in Canadians’ accounts this spring, part of a plan first announced earlier in January…. Read more »

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2026 Record Store Day: Head to Independent Record Stores This Saturday For Special Releases and Performances

On April 18, independent record stores across Canada will mark the annual Record Store Day, a global celebration of vinyl culture featuring special releases, in-store performances, and… Read more »

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Ontario Allows Alcohol Beyond Campsites in Provincial Parks This Summer

A day at the park in Ontario is about to feel a little different this summer. The province is loosening long-standing alcohol rules in Ontario Parks, giving… Read more »

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Doors Open Stratford: Explore This Ontario Town Attractions for Free This Weekend

After a decade-long break, Doors Open Stratford is returning, inviting people back inside some of the city’s most storied spaces. The event runs April 18 and 19… Read more »

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Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate Announces 2026 Summer Concert Series Lineup; Tickets Now On Sale

Niagara Region wine country’s outdoor concerts are returning this year to the 500-seat open-air venue located at Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate. Starting in June, you can experience some… Read more »

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Imagine Dragons to Open RBC Amphitheatre Concert Season in May; Tickets on Sale April 17

Imagine Dragons will open the newly branded RBC Amphitheatre with its first-ever headlining show. The multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning band will take the stage on May 21, 2026,… Read more »

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Ontario Proposes Mandatory Written Exams, With Attendance Marks Worth Up to 15 Per Cent for High School Students

Ontario is proposing a significant shake-up to how school boards operate, with a new bill aimed at tightening oversight and refocusing attention on student outcomes. The legislation,… Read more »

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Ontario Plans to Extend WSIB Benefits to Thousands in Private Care Jobs

Ontario is moving to expand workplace insurance coverage to thousands of care workers who have long operated without it. The province has introduced proposed legislation that would… Read more »

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Ontario Is Cutting 36 Conservation Authorities Down to Just Nine

Ontario is moving ahead with a major overhaul of its conservation authority system, aiming to shrink the current 36 agencies into nine regional bodies. The plan, led… Read more »

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Elmira Maple Syrup Festival 2026: Take a Heritage Train to Guinness Record Holding Maple Festival

Step into spring with the Elmira Maple Syrup Festival, which has been attracting visitors from all over the province since 1956. Indulge in mouth-watering demonstrations, tons of… Read more »

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Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny: Visit Port Hope This Weekend For a Crazy Race and Festival

Ontario is home to plenty of festivals and unique races. If you want to experience a fun festival combined with a crazy watercraft race, get to Port… Read more »

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Ontario to Raise Minimum Wage to $17.95 in October

Ontario is adjusting its minimum wage, with the latest increase set to take effect this fall. Beginning October 1, 2026, the general minimum wage will rise from… Read more »

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Head to Maple Bushes Across Ontario This Easter Weekend for the Sweet Celebrations

Get ready to tap into some sweet fun this weekend! Ontario Maple Syrup Producers’ Association is bringing the sweetest weekend of the year with the Ontario Maple… Read more »

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Ottawa and Ontario Unveil $8.8B Plan to Cut Development Charges by Up to 50%

A new housing and infrastructure deal between Ottawa and Queen’s Park is aiming to ease some of the pressure many Canadians are feeling. Prime Minister Mark Carney… Read more »

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Treetop Trekking Ontario Parks Open For The Season in April

Treetop Trekking is a place where you and your family can safely and responsibly enjoy an amazing and unforgettable day of outdoor fun! Surround yourself with nature… Read more »

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Canada’s Largest Touring Poutine Festival – 2026 Ontario Schedule

A travelling festival celebrating the uniquely Canadian dish – fries smothered in cheese curds and gravy – is touring Ontario again this year. Poutine Feast Ontario Inc…. Read more »

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Ontario Plans to Ban Ricket Resales that Exceed Original Cost

Ontario is moving to clamp down on soaring ticket resale prices, with new rules that could reshape how fans buy and sell tickets. The provincial government says… Read more »

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New Rules to Let Ontarians Bring Alcohol to Festivals and Markets

Outdoor events in Ontario are about to look a little different this spring. The province is introducing new “bring-your-own” alcohol permits, allowing people to bring their own… Read more »

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Ontario Plans to Open HOV Lanes to Solo Drivers During Off-Peak Hours

Ontario is considering a shift in how its High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes are used, one that could open them up to more drivers outside of rush… Read more »

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Parks of the St. Lawrence Opens 2026 Camping Reservations March 19 with New Glamping Options

Campers eager to spend time along the St. Lawrence River will soon be able to lock in their plans for the 2026 season. Parks of the St…. Read more »

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A Historic Tunnel Behind Horseshoe Falls Will Soon Open as Niagara Parks Upgrades Journey Behind the Falls

Niagara’s famous Journey Behind the Falls attraction is heading for a significant upgrade, with Niagara Parks announcing a multi-phase redevelopment designed to improve the visitor experience and… Read more »

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Ontario’s Must-See Flower Festivals For an Escape to a World of Blossoms

You do not have to be a florist, anthophile or a gardener, to be excited by the sight and smell of flowers. The love of flowers cuts across age and gender; flowers are a sign of love, gratitude, and beauty and are favoured plants the world over. The following are six flower festivals that you must attend in Ontario.

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Stratford Cancels Annual Swan Parade Over Bird Welfare Concerns

A long-standing spring tradition in Stratford is changing this year as the city alters how its swans return to the water. The City of Stratford has cancelled… Read more »

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Top 100 Festivals & Events in Ontario – 2026

The list of 2026 top 100 festivals and events in Ontario, awarded by Festivals and Events Ontario (FEO). Festivals & Events Ontario (FEO) was established in 1987… Read more »