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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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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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Top Baby Names in Ontario Revealed in New Rankings

Ontario’s annual list of baby names offers a snapshot of how naming preferences continue to evolve, while also showing which choices remain firmly rooted year after year…. Read more »

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Dazzling Holiday Get Away: Highlights of Lights On Stratford Festival – 2025/26

This holiday season, Stratford invites you to immerse yourself in the enchanting Lights On Stratford winter festival. The heart of this historic city will be transformed into a luminous wonderland featuring artful light installations and interactive displays.

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Sparkles in the Park: Guelph’s Free Holiday Light Display Returns For 2025 Season

Guelph’s Riverside Park is getting its annual glow-up, and this year’s setup is built for however you like to take in holiday lights, on foot with a… Read more »

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Winter Fun in Guelph – Wellington: Events, Festivals and Outdoor Adventures

Whether you are in the mood for a haunted winter walk or would prefer something a little more light-hearted like watching a movie at a drive-in, Wellington County has you covered. With its rich history, diverse geography, and many cultural attractions all you have to do is bundle up and pick an activity from this list that appeals to you.

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Winter Fun in Kitchener-Waterloo Region: Events, Festivals and Outdoor Adventures

Kitchener-Waterloo Region has a wide variety of outdoor activities, many of which are located along the banks of the mighty Grand River. From trail walking, tobogganing & skating, to shopping at an outdoor farmers’ market & taking in the sights aboard a steam locomotive, here is a list of activities that has something for everyone..

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Things to Do to Celebrate Christmas & Holidays in Ontario

Here is a list of events and activities to celebrate and holidays in some regions of Ontario.

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25 Black Friday Deals in Canada – 2025

Celebrate the start of the holiday season with huge savings! All across Canada, there will be huge discounts from top brands and stores, just in time for… Read more »

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School Rankings 2025: Top 100 High Schools in Ontario

The Fraser Institute’s latest look at Ontario’s high schools offers a fresh snapshot of how schools across the province are performing—and how much they can change over… Read more »

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Weather Network 2025-26 Winter Season Forecast: La Niña and Polar Vortex Poised to Shape a Classic Canadian Winter

Canada is heading into a winter shaped by two major atmospheric forces, and early signs point toward a season that looks and feels far more traditional than… Read more »

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2026 New Year’s Eve in Guelph

A list of New Years Eve/Day 2026 fireworks, family activities, parties and other events happening in and around Guelph.

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Ontario Unveils Major Penalty Increases for Dangerous and Careless Driving

Ontario is moving ahead with a slate of tougher penalties aimed at curbing dangerous driving, responding directly to concerns raised by the family of Andrew Cristillo, a… Read more »

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Yoplait Drinkable Yogurt Recalled Nationally Due to Plastic Pieces

Yoplait Canada has pulled its 200-mL YOP drinkable yogurt from stores across the country, issuing a preventative recall after discovering a potential packaging defect that could leave… Read more »

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What’s New at the 2025 edition of Waterloo’s Wonders of Winter Starting This Saturday

The annual Wonders of Winter light display returns to Waterloo Park, featuring over 120 vibrant installations illuminated by more than 100,000 light bulbs. Waterloo Park will once… Read more »

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2026 New Year’s Eve in Kitchener-Waterloo Region

A list of New Year’s Eve/Day 2026 fireworks, family activities, parties and other events happening in and around the Kitchener-Waterloo Region.

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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4 Things to Do in St Jacobs this Holiday Season – 2025

Discover the enchanting holiday magic in St. Jacobs. As this delightful season unfolds, St. Jacobs awakens with its glittering lights and heartwarming activities that promise happiness for all who join in. Here are five delightful experiences to savour in St. Jacobs this holiday season.

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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 »

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Things to Do at Cambridge’s Winterfest This Christmas and Holiday Season

Cambridge is gearing up for its annual Winterfest, a seasonal celebration filled with festive events that have become cherished traditions over the last two decades. This year’s… Read more »

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Kitchener-Waterloo Santa Claus Parade 2025: What to Know About This Saturday’s Parade

The holiday season will officially arrive in Kitchener this weekend as the city welcomes the annual Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 15. Starting at 10 a.m.,… Read more »