Ottawa 
Things to Do in Ottawa This Weekend
A weekly digest of What’s On in and around Ottawa this weekend including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports and exhibitions.
2026 Christmas Lights & Santa Claus Parades in Ottawa
Christmas is on its way and so are the annual Santa Claus Parades and amazing Holiday light displays in the Capital region.
A list of Christmas Lights & Santa Claus Parades in Ottawa area.
Events & Festivals This Week in Ottawa
A look at what’s on this week in Ottawa – Events and Activities this Week in Ottawa. – November 9 to 15, 2026.
RRSP-for-Life and New Tax Deductions to New Grocery Benefit: All the Perks and Changes Affecting Canadians in Budget 2026
Canada’s federal Budget 2026, tabled on November 5, proposes new financial benefits, tax credits, retirement savings reforms, immigration changes and consumer protections that could affect millions of… Read more »
Canada’s First Sovereign Wealth Fund: You May Soon Be Able to Invest Through Canada Strong Notes in 2027
You could soon invest in Canada’s first national sovereign wealth fund, with Ottawa planning to introduce a new investment product called Canada Strong Notes in early 2027…. Read more »
Canada Budget 2026 Proposes Permanent Residency for Up to 200,000 Temporary Residents, Sets New Immigration Targets
Canada wants to reduce the number of new temporary residents entering the country, but it also plans to give more people already living here a chance to… Read more »
These Are Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants for 2026, According to OpenTable
Looking for somewhere new to eat? OpenTable has released its list of Canada’s Top 100 Restaurants for 2026, highlighting dining spots across Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec… Read more »
Christmas Markets, Holiday Craft Fairs and Expos in Canada
Here are some of the upcoming Christmas markets, holiday craft fairs and expos in some of the cities in Canada.
Toys“R”Us Canada Returns Through Staples With Nearly 300 Locations Planned
Toys“R”Us Canada is preparing for a return to communities across the country, but this time, shoppers will find the familiar toy brand inside Staples stores. Staples Canada… Read more »
Nearly 1 in 3 Canadians Skipping Meals as Food Insecurity Hits Four-Year High: Report
More Canadians are cutting back on food because they cannot afford groceries, and younger adults are feeling the pressure particularly hard. A new Salvation Army survey released… Read more »
Papa Johns Canada Introduces New 16-Inch XL Pizza for $19.99
Papa Johns Canada has added a bigger pizza to its menu, and the new size comes with a limited-time price offer. Starting November 2, 2026, customers can… Read more »
Cineplex Community Day 2026: See Free Movies at Cineplex Theatres, Free Gaming at Rec Rooms & Playdiums on Nov 14
Enjoy a morning of free movies and gaming across Canada on Saturday, November 14, as Cineplex brings back its annual Community Day. Now in its 14th… Read more »
These Are Canada’s 10 Biggest Party Cities, According to Uber’s 2026 Rankings
London, Ontario, has once again claimed the title of Canada’s biggest party city, beating Toronto, Vancouver and other major cities in Uber’s latest nightlife rankings. The company’s… Read more »
Canada GDP: Economy Flat in August, September Expected to Shrink 0.1%
Canada’s economy showed little movement in August, with growth in retail sales and manufacturing offset by declines in wholesale trade and government activity. According to Statistics Canada,… Read more »
Canada to Invest Up to $1.6 Billion in Toronto-Based Cohere, With 1,000 New Tech Jobs Planned
Ottawa is making a major investment in Canadian artificial intelligence, with plans to take an ownership stake in Toronto-founded AI company Cohere. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced… Read more »
165 Montréal Restaurants Offer Fixed-Price Menus Starting at $28 During MTLàTABLE 2026
Montréal’s annual restaurant event, MTLàTABLE, is back for its 14th edition, giving diners 18 days to explore restaurants across the city without having to guess what dinner… Read more »
Quebecers May Be Turning Their Clocks Back for the Last Time This Sunday
Quebecers may be turning their clocks back for the last time this weekend, as the provincial government prepares to put an end to the province’s twice-yearly time… Read more »
Papa Johns Brings Back Pumpkin-Shaped Halloween Pizza Across Canada
Halloween treats don’t have to come in a candy wrapper. Papa Johns Canada has brought back its Jack-o’-Lantern Pizza, giving Canadians another option for a Halloween-themed meal…. Read more »
Illuminated Christmas Train Rides in Ontario 2026: Ride With Santa and Explore Charming Towns
Enjoy a visit from Santa as you and your loved ones take a ride on the Christmas Trains that take you along the snow-laden countryside of Ontario.
Check Your Old Lotto Max Tickets: $40 Million Jackpot Expires October 28
Someone who bought a Lotto Max ticket in Ontario last October could be sitting on a $40 million fortune without knowing it. But time is running out… Read more »
Ontario is Moving Toward Digital IDs: Here’s What Will Change for Residents
Ontario residents could eventually carry their provincial identification on their phones instead of reaching for a wallet. But switching to digital ID won’t be mandatory. The Ontario… Read more »
Igloofest Montréal Announces 2027 Lineup With Kaytranada, deadmau5, Fatboy Slim and More
Montréal’s outdoor electronic music festival Igloofest is returning to the Old Port this winter, with Kaytranada, deadmau5 and Fatboy Slim among the headliners for its 19th edition…. Read more »
Record Food Bank Visits in Canada as Nearly One in Five Clients Has a Job and One in Three Is a Child
More Canadians are turning to food banks than ever before, and an increasing number of those seeking help have jobs. Food Banks Canada’s 2026 HungerCount report, released… Read more »
Montréal Is Getting Spectacular Ice Castles at Parc Jean-Drapeau This Winter
Montréal is getting a new winter attraction this season, with Ice Castles announcing its first-ever installation in Québec. The large-scale frozen attraction will make its Montréal debut… Read more »