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Ice Magic Festival Returns to Lake Louise in 2026: Here’s Who Can Get Tickets

A winter tradition is gearing up for another shimmering run as Ice Magic 2026 is setting the stage once again at Lake Louise. The shoreline at Lake… Read more »

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2026 New Year’s Eve Fireworks and Outdoor Concert Party Returns to Edmonton’s Ice District

Edmonton’s ICE District is gearing up for another packed New Year’s Eve, and the plan reads like a full-night relay of hockey, music, and national TV coverage… Read more »

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Enchanting Drive-Through Christmas & Holiday Light Displays in Alberta – 2025

Add a little bit of light and magic to your holiday plans. Alberta’s cities and towns transform over December with a variety of holiday light displays and… Read more »

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North Rustico Lights: A Must-Visit Destination For a Seaside Christmas Celebration

North Rustico, a seaside community on Prince Edward Island, has become a popular holiday destination thanks to its vibrant Christmas light displays and festive activities. A longstanding… Read more »

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Toronto’s Blue Bin Program Is Changing on Jan 1 — Here’s What You Need to Know

Toronto is gearing up for a big behind-the-scenes change to its recycling system. As previously announced, the residential Blue Box services will soon be handed off to… Read more »

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What to See & Do at Spruce Meadows’ New Enchanted Christmas Lights Walk-Through Festival

Spruce Meadows is rolling out a brand-new holiday experience this Friday, shifting from its familiar drive-through lights to a fully walkable event called The Enchanted Festival. Instead… Read more »

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Country Thunder Alberta Announces Headliners For 2026 Summer Music Festival

Country Thunder Alberta is gearing up for a milestone celebration as organizers reveal the full 2026 lineup for the festival’s 10th anniversary in Calgary. This year, the… Read more »

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Places to Dine-In or Order Christmas Dinner Take-Out in Halifax Metro

Halifax Metro is home to plenty of options where you can get a delicious Christmas dinner for your family during these trying times. So, skip cooking this… Read more »

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Dec 5 to 14: Ski Hills Near Toronto Open For 2025-26 Season

This weekend marks a thrilling moment for Toronto area ski enthusiasts as ski hills near the city are set to open their slopes. While Earl Bales Ski… Read more »

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Where to Go For Snowboarding and Skiing in and Around Greater Toronto Area

Where to hit the powder?
Whether you want to learn or cannot wait to hit the powder to experience the thrill of downhill skiing, there are quite a few options for skiing and snowboarding in and around Toronto.

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25 Winter Getaways in British Columbia For Those Who Don’t Ski

The green of pine trees peek through the white sparkle, the snow-covered branches dancing in the sunlight during winter in British Columbia. The crunch of snow under… Read more »

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CPKC Holiday Train Alberta Schedule 2025 – Camrose – Calgary – Lethbridge – Medicine Hat

The Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Holiday Train is back for its 27th year! Two trains, each about 1,000 feet long with rail cars covered in hundreds… Read more »

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Edmonton’s Ice Castles Set to Open This Winter; Tickets Now on Sale

Edmonton’s well-known winter attraction, Ice Castles, is set to make its comeback after a five-year break, and tickets are now officially on sale. Photo Credit: Ice Castles… Read more »

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What to Expect as Meaford Becomes a Festive Village for Georgian Bay’s Christmas Market

Meaford’s historic downtown is preparing for a festive takeover as Christmas On The Bay, Georgian Bay’s largest outdoor Christmas market, returns to transform the Market Square into… Read more »

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Homicide Report: Thunder Bay, Chilliwack and Winnipeg Top Canada’s List of Deadliest Cities

Canada recorded 788 homicides in 2024, a slight decrease from the previous year, marking the second consecutive time the national rate stayed below 2 per 100,000 population,… Read more »

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Bloor-Yorkville Transforms into a Holiday Floral Wonderland with 25+ Art Installations

Toronto’s Bloor-Yorkville neighbourhood is set for a major burst of colour and creativity as Fleurs de Villes returns with a holiday edition of its floral showcase. Fleurs… Read more »

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Amazon Adds New Same-Day Delivery Windows for Ontario Prime Members

Amazon is giving Prime members in some Ontario big cities more control over when and how their online orders arrive, rolling out additional Same-Day Delivery windows to… Read more »

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Fun Things to Do During Winter in Winnipeg

Get outdoors, and enjoy winter in all its glory this season. A list of Winter activities, events and attractions to do in Winnipeg this winter season.

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Dec 3: Get a $81 Nudies Kit for Free at Nudestix’s Short-and-Sweet Toronto Pop-up

Nudestix is bringing its signature minimalist beauty vibe to a tucked-away Toronto spot, turning the Bar Cart speakeasy into a one-day “Blush Bar” experience. The pop-up invites… Read more »

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Christmas – Winter Holiday Getaway Ideas in British Columbia

Planning for the holidays isn’t always easy. And, these plans are often stressful. Remove the stress, work, or difficulty out of holiday planning with a few ideas… Read more »

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Ideas For a Christmas and Winter Break Getaway in Newfoundland

Newfoundland offers an idyllic winter escape this holiday season with cozy lodges, scenic ski hills, and unique glamping opportunities. From the slopes of Marble Mountain to the… Read more »

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10 Ideas For Winter and Christmas Holiday Getaways in Ontario

The holidays are upon us, and your vacation planning starts now! These holiday getaways in Ontario are surefire ways to create memories, embrace the holiday spirit or… Read more »

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Nova Scotia Sets Two-Step Minimum Wage Increase for 2026

Nova Scotia’s lowest-wage workers will get a pay bump next year.   The Minimum Wage Review Committee, made up of employer and employee representatives, unanimously recommended sticking… Read more »

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PEI’s Sommo Festival Announces Headliners For 2026 Edition

The Sommo Festival has unveiled its initial list of headliners for the highly anticipated 2026 edition. The festival at Cavendish, celebrating genre-diverse music, elevated East Coast food… Read more »