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Ryerson University is Now Toronto Metropolitan University

Ryerson University has officially changed its name to Toronto Metropolitan University. Announcing that the Board of Directors at the 73-year-old university in Toronto has unanimously approved the… Read more »

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Lil Nas X Coming to Toronto as Part of Long Live Montero tour

Today, multi-platinum, award-winning superstar Lil Nas X announced that he will embark on his first ever tour – the Long Live Montero tour. Produced by Live Nation,… Read more »

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Sam Roberts Band, Bahamas, July Talk & More: Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate Announces 2022 Summer Concert Series Lineup

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 June, you can experience an all-Canadian… Read more »

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25 Must-Do Waterfall Hikes in British Columbia’s Lower Mainland

The Vancouver area and the surrounding Lower Mainland offer a multitude of outdoor activities, including some amazing hikes. The diversity of landscapes allow hikers to experience the… Read more »

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Calgary Kayaks Offers Glow-in-the-Dark Kayak Rentals From Heritage Park Boat Launch

Glow-in-the-dark kayaks are the new-“ish” trend taking over Canada’s waters. Initially launched in Alberta by Edmonton Kayaks, glow-in-the-dark kayaks are basically transparent kayaks made of polycarbonate resin… Read more »

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Cirque du Soleil Brings OVO to Edmonton This Summer

Cirque du Soleil is returning to Edmonton this summer with its high-energy, jaw-dropping spectacular production, OVO. The 120 minute show follows a dynamic, immersive ecosystem inhabited by… Read more »

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You Can See a Flower Blood Moon and Lunar Eclipse on May 15 – 16, 2022

Weather permitting, you can experience a full moon and total lunar eclipse on the night of May 15th or the early morning of May 16th. This is… Read more »

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10 Ideas For a May Day Trip From Calgary

A day trip from Calgary this May and this spring can take you and your family to several cool places. Here are just a few ideas for… Read more »

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7 Getaways for This Weekend in Alberta: April 29 to May 1

With the weather warming up, there are more and more things to do in Alberta! Check out these ideas for a weekend getaway April 29-May 1st. You… Read more »

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25 Places to Get Mother’s Day Gifts in Calgary

We’ve made treating mom in Calgary for Mother’s Day easy this year. Below are several ideas and inspirations to help you find the best gift for your… Read more »

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COVID-19 Tests Not Required For Unvaccinated Kids Aged 5 to 11 to Enter Canada

Canada is removing some of the border measures instituted during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting April 25th, unvaccinated or partially vaccinated children aged 5-11 travelling… Read more »

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Canada to Resume Express Entry Permanent Residence Draws & Invites, Extending International Student Work Permits

Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Sean Fraser today announced various measures to accelerate immigration to the country. Canada will restart Express Entry draws and will restart… Read more »

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25 Places to Get Mother’s Day Gifts in Edmonton

Started shopping for mom yet? You’ll find many places in Edmonton where you can find a perfect Mother’s Day gift, big or small (and suited to all… Read more »

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7 Things to Do to Celebrate Earth Day in Toronto

The concept of keeping aside a day to honour the Earth was proposed by peace activist John McConnell in 1969 at a UNESCO Conference in San Francisco…. Read more »

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25 Must Do Waterfall Hikes In and Around Vancouver

Lookout Niagara Falls, these magnificent falls are worth the visit, too! Located in and around Vancouver, natural beauty is hard to believe. There is nothing more magical… Read more »

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Canada Sends 40 Wood Bison to Alaska From Alberta

Parks Canada has sent 40 young wood bison from Alberta to Alaska to help with conservation efforts in the state. Wood bison were sent from Elk Island… Read more »

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Toronto Zoo Administers COVID-19 Vaccines to Animals Like Grizzly Bears and Hippos

The Toronto Zoo is vaccinating animals in its care against COVID-19. Canada’s largest zoo has begun the process of vaccinating COVID-19 susceptible animals with COVID-19 vaccines for… Read more »

Alberta Introduces Legislation to Provide Electricity and Gas Bill Rebates For Residents

Alberta Introduces Legislation to Provide Electricity and Gas Bill Rebates For Residents

Alberta today introduced Utility Commodity Rebate Act that will provide an electricity rebate and a natural gas rebate for residents. The government is replacing Natural Gas Price Protection… Read more »

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Rent Prices in March 2022 Rise at an Average of 6.6% From Last Year Across Canada

Rentals.ca has released its monthly National rent report, which analyses the state of the rental market from coast to coast. The report finds that the rentals rates… Read more »

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Celtic Woman Coming to Calgary This May

Global musical sensation Celtic Woman is coming to Calgary next month.   Named Celtic Woman to represent the essence of a Celtic female performer, the group of… Read more »

Fraser Institute: Canadians Lost $4.1 Billion in Wages and Productivity in 2021 Due to Long Wait Time in Health Care

Fraser Institute: Canadians Lost $4.1 Billion in Wages and Productivity in 2021 Due to Long Wait Time in Health Care

Fraser Institue in a new study, The Private Cost of Public Queues for Medically Necessary Care, 2022, says Canada’s long wait time to access medically necessary treatment… Read more »

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Earth Day: You Can Charge Your Electric Vehicles For Free in Ontario at These Locations on April 22

In celebration of Earth day, Ivy Charging Network is offering EV drivers free vehicle charging on April 22nd.   The free charging on Earth Day is available… Read more »

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Statistics Canada: Canada’s Inflation Hits 6.7 % in March, Highest Since 1991

Statistics Canada today released the Consumer Price Index report for March 2022, and the annual rate of inflation has now hit 6.7 per cent. This is the… Read more »

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Calgary’s Chasing Summer Festival Announces 2022 Lineup, Tickets on Sale April 22nd, Presale April 20th

The premiere outdoor dance music festival in Western Canada returns to Calgary for its 2022 season with…a new chase, a new experience…bigger and better than ever. The… Read more »