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Top Things to Do in Ontario This January – 2026
From outdoor skating trails to theatre festivals, here are 33 of the best things to do this January in Ontario.
2026 Winter Festivals in Ontario: Fire, Ice & Frozen Fun
Explore interactive ice displays, enjoy snow tubing, maple taffy, horse-drawn wagon rides, taste Ice wines and more!
Ice Canoeing – Try This Uniquely Canadian Winter Experience
Experience this unique winter sport on the icy St. Lawrence River that alternates between rowing the waters of the St. Lawrence River and jogging/pushing along the canoe over the crackling ice beneath your shoes, that is fitted with bolts keep their traction on the ice.
Winter Trip to Arrowhead Provincial Park – Ice Skating Trail, Scenic Hikes, Camping & More
Arrowhead Provincial Park is a great visit any time of the year, but in winter, the famous skate trail nestled along the snow laden trees is not the only thing that you can do to enjoy the crisp and clear winter air.
Things to Do in Ottawa in January
Things to Do in Ottawa in January: Events, Activities and Festivals happening in Ottawa during January 2026.
Festivals in Ontario – Upcoming Celebrations
Let us celebrate Ontario through winter lights, festivals that titillate your taste buds, make you think with Ontario playwrights, get you tracking Ontario birds, music festivals that… Read more »
Glide Into Winter: Laurentian Valley Ice Skating Trail 2026 Season
The Township of Laurentian Valley offers a perfect winter day-trip destination for all in Eastern Ontario: its outdoor skating trail. The 1.5 km-long skating trail is now… Read more »
Rideau Canal Skateway is Now Open For 2026 Season
The Rideau Canal Skateway is now open for the 2025-2026 season. Skaters can enjoy a 3.4-kilometre stretch from the Somerset West access point to the Bank Street… Read more »
25 Coolest Outdoor Ice Skating Trails in Ontario – 2025/26 Season Hours and Fees
Sharpen your skates, and checkout some of Ontario’s best ice skating trails this winter.
Minimum Wage in Canada – 2026
The minimum wage is the lowest hourly wage that employees must be paid, and it varies by province. The minimum wage may increase in provinces and territories… Read more »
1.2 Km Illuminated Ice Skating Trail at Ontario’s Cranberry Marsh Opens For 2026 Winter Season
The 1.2 km long skating trail over the famous cranberry bog in Bala will open on Dec 27, 2025, for night skating. Home of Johnston Cranberries, Muskoka… Read more »
NORAD’s Santa Tracker 2025: Track Santa Across Canada and the World
Track Santa around the world this Christmas! NORAD’s Santa Tracker can help kids have fun tracking the magical fellow around the globe. It is also a great… Read more »
25 Ontario Provincial Parks to Visit During Winter
If you enjoy bundling up, getting some fresh air and challenging yourself, then read on for a list of Ontario provincial parks that remain open over the winter and offer invigorating winterized activities, no matter your particular level of experience. Come along and experience the great outdoors even in the winter months!
Things to Do This Christmas Day in Ottawa – Dec 25, 2025
Need ideas for Christmas Day Fun in and around Ottawa? Here are 8+ things to do on Thursday, December 25, 2025. I. Go Skiing Enjoy the slopes… Read more »
Ideas For a Frosty Fun Day Trip and Winter Getaway to Niagara-on-the-Lake
When it comes to a winter getaway or day trip in Southern Ontario, you’ll have several great options. This could include the many urban centres, small cities,… Read more »
Little Penguin Trail: Explore This Enchanting 5.5 km Ice Trail with Night Skating Near Ottawa
Imagine gliding on an enchanting 5.5-kilometre ice trail meandering through a golf course surrounded by snow-laden pines This scenic winter wonderland, known as the Sentier du petit… Read more »
Ottawa’s 3.5 km Skating Trail Through Old-Growth Orchard is Now Open for 2025-26 Season
RiverOak Estates’ unique winter experience, featuring an expansive 3.5 km skating trail just a 30-minute drive from downtown, Orleans, and Barrhaven, is now open. This outdoor wonderland,… Read more »
Dec 20: Wear an Ugly Sweater, Get Buy-One-Get-One Free Entrée at Chipotle
Chipotle is marking a holiday tradition with a one-day in-store promotion that rewards customers for leaning into festive fashion. The restaurant chain is introducing what it calls… Read more »
Top Baby Names in Ontario Revealed in New Rankings
Ontario’s annual list of baby names offers a snapshot of how naming preferences continue to evolve, while also showing which choices remain firmly rooted year after year…. Read more »
Winter Getaway to Stratford – Top Winter Activities, Festivals and Outdoor Adventures
Winter time of the year promises exciting events, different ways to explore the city, food and drink experiences, and all of this among beautiful winter scenery. Take in more of the snowy scenery from the Avon River Valley, Stratford Trails, or the Wildwood Conservation Area to the south.
Winter Getaway to Brockville – Top Outdoor Thrills and Family Fun Activities
The winter fun and celebrations in Brockville have started for the season! Winters in this smaller riverside city start off with the festive season, local light displays,… Read more »
Amended Citizenship Rules Now in Effect For Those Born or Adopted Outside Canada
Revisions to Canada’s citizenship law are now in place, reshaping how eligibility is determined for people born or adopted outside the country. Bill C-3, an amendment to… Read more »
Ottawa Restaurants to Order Christmas/Holiday Dinner Take-Out – 2025
Step away from the kitchen this holiday – let a chef do the hard work so that you get the savour and enjoy. When you don’t have… Read more »
2026 New Year’s Eve in Ottawa – Fireworks, Family Events, NYE Dinners & Adult Parties
Say goodbye to 2025! Here is a list of New Year’s Eve activities, and events to welcome 2026 in Ottawa.