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Old Port Montréal Unveils Exciting 2024 Summer Lineup: Over 70 Events and Activities

The Old Port of Montréal is set to be a bustling hub of activity this summer, hosting over 70 events and fun activities. Several new events are… Read more »

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What to See and Do at Canadian Canoe Museum’s New Breathtaking Five-Acre Lakefront Home

The unique Canadian Canoe Museum has reopened in a new two-story, 65,000-square-foot facility on a scenic five-acre lakefront site. Nestled on the Trent-Severn Waterway in Peterborough, this… Read more »

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Ontario Cities and Towns Where You Can See Mind-Boggling Circus Shows This Year – 2024

Seven different circus companies will be touring Ontario this year! From spectacular big-budget productions showcasing extraordinary showmanship that tickles the imagination to small-scale shows featuring incredible acrobats,… Read more »

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Get $25 Tickets During 2024 Live Nation Concert Week From May 8 to 14

If you like to see your favourite musician for ticket prices as low as $25, mark the dates for Live Nation’s Concert Week on your calendar! Live Nation is… Read more »

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Billie Eilish Maps Out Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour Dates in Toronto, Vancouver & Quebec City

Billie Eilish is set to embark on a global tour for her third studio album, “Hit Me Hard and Soft,” starting this fall. The tour will commence… Read more »

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Butter Tart Festivals: Celebrate the Authentic Canadian Treat at These Locations in Ontario

Thought to be originated in Quebec in the 1600s, the butter tart is a pure Canadian dessert. A recipe for this flaky pastry shell treat filled with… Read more »

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Celebrate Mother’s Day With an Afternoon Tea in a Vintage Train Near Ottawa

All aboard for a unique and delicious Mother’s Day experience! The Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario (RMEO) is offering traditional British Afternoon Tea in its beautifully restored… Read more »

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10 Small Towns & Cities to Visit in Southeastern Ontario to See Total Solar Eclipse

The 2024 Solar Eclipse on Monday will brush past the southeastern side of Ontario. More specifically, the eclipse’s path of totality will be over a small portion… Read more »

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10 Small Towns & Cities to Visit in Southwestern Ontario to See Total Solar Eclipse

For those looking to view the solar eclipse from southwestern Ontario this April 8th, you’ll have the option of almost the entire Lake Erie shoreline. Along Lake… Read more »

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Head to Gananoque For a Spectacular 1000 Islands Solar Eclipse Cruise

The town of Gananoque and St. Lawrence Seaway falls within the line of solar eclipse totality and City Cruises is offering an enchanting trip to witness this… Read more »

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Solar Eclipse Viewing in Ottawa: Best Places to Watch, Guided Events/Viewing Parties

On April 8, 2024, Canadians will experience a significant astronomical event, the first total solar eclipse to traverse the country in six decades. This natural spectacle will… Read more »

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Fat Bastard Burrito’s National Burrito Day Deal

April 4, 2024, marks National Burrito Day, and Fat Bastard Burrito has a special deal today.   Today, patrons can enjoy a small burrito paired with a… Read more »

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All Your Friends Fest: New Summer Music Festival at Burl’s Creek Announces Lineup

Republic Live, the acclaimed force behind Boots and Hearts, is launching the All Your Friends Fest this summer. This pop-punk and alternative rock festival will take place… Read more »

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15 of the Best Places For a Solar Eclipse Getaway in Canada

Mark your calendars, eastern Canada! Many of you will be among the millions of Canadians able to witness the first total solar eclipse to pass over Canada… Read more »

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Things to Do on a Solar Eclipse Weekend Getaway in Niagara Falls

The city of Niagara Falls will have plenty to do come early April when people visit for the 2024 total solar eclipse. Niagara Falls is under the… Read more »

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Barbie The Movie: In Concert – Live-to-Film Concert Coming to Toronto This August; Tickets on Sale Mar 8th

This summer, fans of the blockbuster film Barbie are in for a treat as the movie’s score comes to life in a unique concert series across North… Read more »

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Ideas For a Solar Eclipse Weekend Getaway in Montreal

Montreal, as a first-time visitor, is fascinating. It is quite unlike any other Canadian city. One thing Montreal has done well, and which helps it stand out,… Read more »

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100 Years of RCAF: Canadian International Air Show Announces Headliners For the 2024 Aerial Spectacle

The Canadian International Air Show (CIAS), Canada’s premier air show, is set to celebrate its 75th anniversary in 2024. This landmark event will coincide with the centenary… Read more »

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Muskoka’s Tall Pines Music Festival Announces Headliners For 2024 Edition, Tickets on Sale Feb 15th

The Tall Pines Music & Arts Festival celebrated for its blend of captivating music and inspiring art, will return for its 2024 edition to Ontario’s picturesque Muskoka… Read more »

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Enchanted Lights to Illuminate Toronto With Free Festive Celebration This Month

Discover the enchantment of winter at Mel Lastman Square with Enchanted Lights, a captivating light festival that brightens the heart of North York from February 10 to… Read more »

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Fractions, Coding and Phonics: Ontario to Overhaul Kindergarten Curriculum Focusing on Literacy and Math Skills

Starting September 2025, the Ontario government will implement a revamped kindergarten curriculum focusing on fundamental literacy and numeracy skills. Per the news release, this initiative is part… Read more »

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Laurentian Valley’s 1.5 km Scenic Forest Skating Trail to Open This Weekend in Time For 2024 Alice In Winterland Festival

Head to Laurentian Valley this weekend and participate in the glow-in-the-dark skate party at the famous 1.5 km skating trail through a forested lot. The Alice in… Read more »

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Ottawa’s Winterlude Festival Announces 2024 Festivities

Canadian Heritage unveiled the programming for Ottawa’s premier winter festival today. Winterlude is set to bring a vibrant blend of culture, art, and winter fun from February… Read more »

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Pink Friday 2 World Tour: Nicki Minaj Coming to Toronto and Montreal in April 2024; Tickets on Sale Dec 15

Global hip-hop sensation Nicki Minaj has unveiled details for her eagerly awaited “Pink Friday 2 World Tour,” set to span across North America and Europe in 2024…. Read more »