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Tickets For 2024 Pumpkinfernos at Kingston Penitentiary and Upper Canada Village in Ontario Now On Sale

Come October, many famous pioneer villages around Ontario feature hand-carved all lit up at night creating a magical atmosphere for visitors. The unique event called Pumpinferno debuted… Read more »

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Taste of North York 2024: What to Expect at the Food Festival This Weekend

Join the vibrant celebration of the culinary diversity of North York this weekend at Mel Lastman Square! Presented by NeighbourLink North York, the second annual festival offers… Read more »

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The Boo Revue!: Frightfully Fun Puppet Show Returns to Calgary This Halloween

Calgary is set to welcome the return of “The Boo Revue!,” a family-oriented Halloween puppet show, this October. The show, highlighted by its unique blacklight puppetry, features… Read more »

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Aero Gatineau-Ottawa: RAF Red Arrows and CF Snowbirds to Fly Over Ottawa Today

The Gatineau-Ottawa Airport is poised to host the largest air show in the history of Canada’s Capital Region from September 6 to 8, 2024. The Aero Gatineau-Ottawa… Read more »

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Small Towns in Alberta to Visit This Fall

Alberta’s cities sure do look good in the fall. But so do all the smaller towns around the province! Get out for a day or weekend this… Read more »

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PEI’s Blockhouse Point Lighthouse Added to Canada’s List of Heritage Sites

The Blockhouse Point Lighthouse, located in Rocky Point at the entrance of Charlottetown Harbour on Prince Edward Island, has been designated as a heritage lighthouse under the… Read more »

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Merritton Lions Club Labour Day Carnival and Fireworks Returns This Long Weekend to St Catharines – 2024

This Labour Day weekend, head to the Merritton Lions’ Community Days Carnival if you’re looking for something fun to do. Wondering what you can do at this… Read more »

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What to Expect During the Spectacular Toronto Dragon Festival This Labour Day Weekend – 2024

Toronto Dragon Festival is back from September 1 to 3 this Labour Day weekend with stunning acrobatic performances of the lion dance, incredible Kung Fu masters, a… Read more »

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Fall Fair 2024: Head to Winnipeg’s Red River Exhibition Park For Fireworks, Midway Rides and Entertainment This Labour Day Weekend

With autumn season right around the corner, it’s time to celebrate this beautiful season with a Fall Festival. The Red River Exhibition Association is hosting its Fall… Read more »

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Tranquil Escape to Pierre Grey’s Lakes Provincial Park: Discover the Hidden Treasures of Northwest Alberta

The northwestern Alberta foothills are slightly more remote than the southern hills. The foothills around Grande Cache offer much in the ways of things to do- all… Read more »

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Halifax’s Hidden Gem: Embark on a Historical Journey Through McNabs Island’s Forts and Scenic Hiking Trails

A trip to McNabs Island in Halifax Harbour is a unique trip no matter your reason for visiting. The Island served as a military fort for over… Read more »

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Free Manitoba Provincial Park Admission This Labour Day Weekend 2024

Manitobans and visitors can once again enjoy free entry to provincial parks during the Labour Day long weekend. Park vehicle permits are not required in provincial parks… Read more »

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2024 Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival Is Back This Labour Day Weekend With Fireworks, Nightglows and Family Fun

Enjoy five magical days filled with entertainment, colourful glowing hot air balloons, and thrilling midway rides this labour day long weekend. The Festival de montgolfières de Gatineau… Read more »

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Iconic RAF Red Arrows Set to Dazzle Niagara Falls Skies This Wednesday

The United Kingdom’s Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, is now touring Canada and will perform a flypast over Niagara Falls on Wednesday. This visit… Read more »

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List of 2024 Alberta Day Celebrations Across the Province This Long Weekend

This Labour Day weekend, celebrate everything that makes Alberta unique as the province turns 119 years old. From live entertainment and a made-in-Alberta marketplace to beer gardens… Read more »

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Garner Lake Provincial Park: All Season Fun Near Edmonton

Garner Lake Provincial Park near Edmonton has an activity for every season. It is one of the closest parks to the east side of the city and… Read more »

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Off The Beaten Track Fishing Getaway in Saskatchewan (Late Summer/Fall)

Saskatchewan is well known as the land of 100,000 lakes, and this means that the province offers some fantastic opportunities to fish. It is easy enough to… Read more »

Free Admission to Heritage Park: What to Know About Calgary’s 2024 Alberta Day Festivities Including Free Drone Show

Free Admission to Heritage Park: What to Know About Calgary’s 2024 Alberta Day Festivities Including Free Drone Show

Alberta is poised to commemorate its 119th year as a province with the 3rd annual Alberta Day celebrations. The day serves as a tribute to Alberta’s official… Read more »

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Experience Changing Seasons on the Sussex Bluff Trail: Make the Best of Your Hike Amid New Brunswick’s Lush Landscapes

Southern New Brunswick is greatly shaped by the St. John River, many smaller rivers, and the Bay of Fundy. These bodies of water have helped to carve… Read more »

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2024 Toronto Tamil Fest: What to Expect at Canada’s Largest Tamil Celebration This Weekend

Discover a different South Asian culture this weekend, including its traditions and food at the Tamil Fest. The Tamil festival will be hosted by the Canadian Tamil Congress on… Read more »

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Ukraine Day in the Park: A Day of Ukrainian Cultural Immersion in Saskatoon This Weekend

Prepare for a day of Ukrainian cultural immersion at the Ukrainian Day in the Park event, held in Saskatoon’s picturesque Kiwanis Memorial Park. Since its inception in… Read more »

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August 19: Super Sturgeon Blue Moon to Illuminate the Skies Tonight

A Super Sturgeon Blue moon will rise on August 19th. Sturgeon Moon The full moon in August is historically called the Sturgeon Moon, named after North America’s… Read more »

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Make the Most of Your Trip to Turkey Point Provincial Park: Top Activities and Adventures

Turkey Point Provincial Park is on the north end of the Inner Long Point Bay. These quieter Lake Erie shoreline areas around Long Point Bay create the perfect setting for a summer getaway or a vacation in the cooler spring and fall months. One of the biggest draws for this park in the summers is the beach. Not only is the Turkey Point beach long and expansive or soft and sandy, but it is also in a calm spot on the lake with shallow shores and warmer waters.

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Explore Vulcan: Where Star Trek Meets Prairie History

As with many other Alberta towns, the history of Vulcan dates back to the early 20th century and CPR development. The railway and agriculture helped to build Vulcan, a place that once had nine grain elevators towering over it. It would only be by coincidence that a wildly famous science fiction series’ would share the town’s name. When visiting Vulcan today, all this history is on full display, including the Star Trek connection.