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Groundhog Day Ontario 2026: Head to Wiarton For Festivities & Fireworks
In the charming town of Wiarton on the Southern Bruce Peninsula, a tradition dating back to 1957 captivates locals and visitors alike. According to Tourism Bruce Peninsula,… Read more »
30 Restaurants For Valentine’s Day Dinner in Ottawa – 2026
You know the old saying, a way to someone’s heart is through their stomach! If cooking isn’t your forte, let the wonderful restaurants of Ottawa take the… Read more »
Ontario Starts Construction on New GO Rail Extension to Bowmanville
Ontario has officially broken ground on the Bowmanville GO Extension, pushing GO Transit service deeper into Durham Region and setting the stage for expanded rail access east… Read more »
Luke Bryan Coming to Ottawa on Word on the Street Tour; On Sale Jan 30
If you’re tracking major touring milestones, Luke Bryan is starting 2026 with a notable one. Fresh off landing in the Top 20 of Pollstar’s Artists of the… Read more »
Ontario Fast-Tracks Funding for 6 New Cancer Drugs to Reduce Patient Wait Times
Ontario has approved funding for six new cancer drugs through its Funding Accelerated for Specific Treatments (FAST) program, a pilot designed to shorten wait times for access… Read more »
Canadian Whisky Awards: These Are the Best Canadian Whiskies For 2026
The 2026 Canadian Whisky Awards have named J.P. Wiser’s 24 Year Old Canadian Whisky as Canadian Whisky of the Year, marking a top honour for the long-established… Read more »
Escapade Music Festival Releases 2026 Lineup; Tickets on Sale Jan 22
Escapade Music Festival has unveiled its 2026 lineup, marking the event’s 16th anniversary with one of the largest rosters in its history. The electronic dance music festival,… Read more »
OPP and CBSA Stop Major Heroin Shipment from the U.S.
Police and border officials say a large shipment of suspected heroin was intercepted as it entered Ontario from the United States. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and… Read more »
Top Winterlude 2026 Experiences You Won’t Want to Miss
Experience the magic of Winterlude, which has transformed Canada’s Capital Region into a festive destination since 1979. This vibrant festival offers an array of indoor and outdoor… Read more »
Cyclamen Display Fills Niagara Falls’ Floral Showhouse With Vibrant Burgundy and Pink Hues
Running until March 3, the floral display with the theme “The Heart of Resilience” showcases an array of cyclamen in vibrant burgundy, pink, and magenta hues, symbolizing the plant’s enduring qualities.
I Heart Beer Festival Kicks Off 2026 Ontario Tour This Month
The annual I Heart Beer Festival is back in 2026 with a grand Ontario tour, promising an evening of fun and entertainment for attendees. While the festival’s… Read more »
Where Canadians Moved in 2025: Calgary & Barrie Top U-Haul List
Canada’s internal migration patterns continue to show clear regional preferences, based on how people are moving their households from one place to another. An annual review of… Read more »
Things to Do in Ottawa in January
Things to Do in Ottawa in January: Events, Activities and Festivals happening in Ottawa during January 2026.
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Family & Kids’ Activities During 2025-26 Christmas Holidays – Winter Break in Ottawa
A list of suggestions for family Christmas holidays/winter break activities and events to attend with kids in Ottawa.
15 Restaurants in Ottawa for Holiday Parties and Christmas Dinners
As a winter city, Ottawa is also a festive city with many ways to celebrate the holiday season. For those in search of a place to celebrate… Read more »
2025 Edition of Winter Lights Across Canada Returns to Ottawa On Dec 8
Winter in the National Capital Region is getting its annual glow-up, and the result is a walkable, city-wide light show that turns familiar landmarks into something a… Read more »
Twinkling Trails and Festive Fun Returns For a Holiday Adventure at Ottawa’s Maple Farm
Cheerful elves await your arrival at Stanley’s Christmas Village. These little Santa’s helpers invite you to spend Christmas and the holiday season at Stanley’s Olde Maple Lane… Read more »
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 »