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The For My Fans Tour – Mary J. Blige Plans Toronto Stop in March 2025

Mary J. Blige has announced dates for her 2025 “The For My Fans Tour,” set to feature special guests NE-YO and Mario. The tour, produced by Live… Read more »

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Oasis Live ’25’: Oasis Coming to Toronto in August 2025; Register Now For Tickets

The brand-new Rogers Stadium will see one of the iconic English rock bands play during the summer of 2025. English rock band Oasis has announced the North… Read more »

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2024 Toronto Oktoberfest: Largest Bavarian Themed Festival in GTA Returns This Friday

The festival promises a rich array of experiences, from non-stop polka music and communal tables in the indoor Bavarian Festhall tent to exploring the Bavarian Village, complete with games, contests, and a Vendor Marketplace offering delectable treats like fresh pies and flavoured pretzels.

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Rogers Stadium: Toronto to Get a New Open Air Concert Venue at Downsview Airport Lands

Live Nation Canada today announced the details of a new seasonal outdoor concert venue, Rogers Stadium, in Toronto, slated to open in the summer of 2025. The… Read more »

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2024 Harvest Festival Mississauga: Night Market Toronto Returns With Kiddie Rides, Food Trucks and Fall Fun at Square One

Fall is finally here, and if you are looking for a single place offering some of the best fall activities for free, Night Market Toronto is returning with the… Read more »

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Our Lady Peace Announces 30th Anniversary Canada Tour For Spring 2025

Our Lady Peace’s OLP30 Tour will kick off on February 19, 2025, in Calgary, and continue across Canada with stops in major cities including Edmonton, Kelowna, Abbotsford, and Victoria. The tour will also include performances in Saskatoon, Winnipeg, and several Ontario cities such as Sault Ste. Marie, St. Catharines, Oshawa, Ottawa, and London. It will conclude with shows in Laval, Moncton, and Halifax.

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Riley Green to Visit 6 Canadian Cities on Damn Country Music Tour – 2025

Country music star Riley Green has announced his 2025 “Damn Country Music” spring tour, which will begin on March 27 in Abbotsford, British Columbia. Joining Green on… Read more »

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Manitoba Extends Fuel Tax Relief Through End of 2024

The Manitoba government has announced that the current gas tax holiday will be extended until December 31, 2024. The gas tax holiday, which applies to gasoline and… Read more »

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Ontario Begins Study on Expressway Tunnel Under the 401 in the GTA

The Ontario government has initiated the technical evaluation for a new driver and transit tunnel expressway under Highway 401, aimed at alleviating traffic congestion in the Greater… Read more »

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Halloween Merchandise Now Available at Tim Hortons

Tim Hortons has launched its Halloween collection at participating locations across Canada, featuring a range of festive merchandise including a new glow-in-the-dark Timbits Bucket adorned with a ghost and spider design. This special bucket is available for purchase with 31 Timbits, ideal for sharing during the spooky season.

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Illumi Mississauga Returns With Spooktacular Halloween Spectacle This October

Mississauga is set to host the third iteration of “Spooky at Illumi,” the GTA’s expansive outdoor Halloween spectacle.   Per the news release, this year’s edition promises… Read more »

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IKEA Announces 25% Price Reduction & Additional Sale Event on Kitchen Products

IKEA Canada has announced a significant price reduction on its kitchen products. As part of a broader strategy by the company to reduce prices on more than… Read more »

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You Can Now Buy Pret A Manger Coffee at All A& W Canada Locations

A&W Canada has announced that all of its locations will now serve Pret A Manger’s freshly brewed organic Classic Blend coffee throughout the day.

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Report: Violent Crimes Increasing Dramatically Across Canada’s Big Cities; Winnipeg & Edmonton Tops the List

A recent report from the Macdonald-Laurier Institute (MLI) authored by senior fellows Dave Snow and Rick Audas has highlighted a significant surge in violent crimes across Canada’s… Read more »

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Special Edition 2024 $50 Gold Maple Leaf Coin by Royal Canadian Mint Now Available at Costco Canada

The Royal Canadian Mint has introduced a new Gold Maple Leaf (GML) bullion coin for 2024, valued at $50 and weighing 1 oz. with a 99.99% gold… Read more »

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Tumbling Fun: Where to See 2.5 km Long Domino Chain in Toronto This Sunday

This Sunday, Toronto will host the North American debut of the global Dominoes event, bringing the community together through a unique urban spectacle. The event, set to… Read more »

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Bridgerton Candlelight Concert Coming to Toronto

Dearest Gentle Reader,

It has come to this humble scribe’s attention that an event of the utmost grandeur is soon to grace our fair city of Toronto.

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2024 Beakerhead: What to Expect at Calgary’s Massive Science Festival This Weekend

The 11th Beakerhead Festival, a confluence of art, science, and engineering, returns to Calgary this weekend. 2024 Beakerhead Highlights: This year’s event features an immersive line-up… Read more »

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Canada Post to Release New Truth and Reconciliation Series Stamps

Canada Post, in partnership with the Survivors Circle of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, is set to release a new set of stamps to mark… Read more »

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M72 World Tour: Metallica Coming to Toronto in April 2025; Presale Sept 23

Metallica has extended their M72 World Tour into 2025, announcing 21 additional North American dates scheduled between April and June. The iconic metal band, known for their… Read more »

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Halloween Jacks: Edmonton Getting a Whimsical Halloween Attraction Featuring 3D Mazes and Pumpkin Discos

Halloween Jacks, created by the minds behind Pumpkins After Dark and Screamfest opens its doors at Edmonton City Centre West from October 4th to the 31st. This indoor venue operates every Thursday to Sunday, transforming the spooky season into an interactive, family-friendly experience.

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100 Years of RCAF: Canada Now Has a Colourful New Circulation Toonie

The Royal Canadian Mint has introduced a new $2 circulation coin to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). Unveiled at 17 Wing Winnipeg on Canadian Forces Base Winnipeg, the coin celebrates a century of contributions by RCAF personnel.

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Canada Sets New Limits for International Students and Work Permits

The federal government has announced changes in temporary resident programs amid evolving economic conditions and labour market challenges. Key changes announced by Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees… Read more »

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Dine in the Dark: Sensory Dining Debuts in Ottawa with ‘Dark Fork’

Ottawa is set to welcome “Dark Fork,” a unique dining concept where guests eat in complete darkness, a format that has gained popularity from Los Angeles to… Read more »