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Things to Do in Ottawa in December

Things to Do in Ottawa in December: Events, Activities, and Festivals happening in Ottawa during the month of December.

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Things to Do to Celebrate Christmas & Holidays in Ontario

Here is a list of events and activities to celebrate and holidays in some regions of Ontario.

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25 Black Friday Deals in Canada – 2025

Celebrate the start of the holiday season with huge savings! All across Canada, there will be huge discounts from top brands and stores, just in time for… Read more »

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School Rankings 2025: Top 100 High Schools in Ontario

The Fraser Institute’s latest look at Ontario’s high schools offers a fresh snapshot of how schools across the province are performing—and how much they can change over… Read more »

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Weather Network 2025-26 Winter Season Forecast: La Niña and Polar Vortex Poised to Shape a Classic Canadian Winter

Canada is heading into a winter shaped by two major atmospheric forces, and early signs point toward a season that looks and feels far more traditional than… Read more »

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Ontario Unveils Major Penalty Increases for Dangerous and Careless Driving

Ontario is moving ahead with a slate of tougher penalties aimed at curbing dangerous driving, responding directly to concerns raised by the family of Andrew Cristillo, a… Read more »

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Upper Canada Village’s Alight at Night Turns 25 with More Lights, New Attractions, and Free Youth Admission

The 25th edition of Upper Canada Village’s magical light display kicks off on November 28, illuminating one of Ontario’s largest outdoor light festivals. More than a million… Read more »

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Yoplait Drinkable Yogurt Recalled Nationally Due to Plastic Pieces

Yoplait Canada has pulled its 200-mL YOP drinkable yogurt from stores across the country, issuing a preventative recall after discovering a potential packaging defect that could leave… Read more »

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Ottawa’s Help Santa Toy Parade & Kanata Santa Claus Parade Is This Weekend; Here is What to Know

Christmas and holiday season celebrations in Ottawa kick off on Saturday when the big guy in the red suit comes to town, accompanied by colourful floats. There… Read more »

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CPKC Holiday Train Adorned With Spectacular Lights Set to Begin Its 2025 Ontario Trip on Nov 20 (Schedule)

The Holiday Train will return to the rails in Ontario starting November 20. Two decorated trains will make the festive journey, travelling through the U.S. and Canada… Read more »

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Things to Do at Ottawa’s Massive Christmas Market at Lansdowne This Holiday Season – 2025

The Ottawa Christmas Market is set to dazzle with sparkling decorations over 50 local vendors, showcasing a wide range of holiday gifts, Christmas-themed items, and unique food… Read more »

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How to Qualify for Ontario’s New Rebates of Up to $200 on Induction Cooktops, Fridges, Dryers, and Washing Machines

Ontario is broadening its energy‑efficiency push, adding consumer rebates for efficient appliances and increasing support for industrial and institutional projects to curb electricity use and manage costs…. Read more »

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DND to Conduct Drone Detection Trials Over Downtown Ottawa

Canada’s Department of National Defence will run urban trials to evaluate how well technologies can detect small drones in Ottawa’s core, under the Innovation for Defence Excellence… Read more »

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Riverfest Elora Will Not Return in 2026 as the Beloved Ontario Music Festival Ends Its Run

Riverfest Elora, a long-running independent music festival in Ontario, will shut down after 15 years due to mounting financial pressures. Organizers announced the closure on Tuesday with… Read more »

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Ontario’s Boots and Hearts Music Festival Announces 2026 Lineup

The organizers of Ontario’s famous country music festival, Republic Live, have announced the initial lineup for the 2026 edition. The 3-day Boots and Hearts Festival that takes… Read more »

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Living Wage 2025: The Hourly Pay Required to Afford Life in Ontario

The Ontario Living Wage Network has published hourly wages required to maintain a modest standard of living across 10 Living Wage regions in Ontario. The living wage… Read more »

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Things to Do in Ottawa in November – 2025

Things to Do in Ottawa in November: Events, Activities, and Festivals happening in Ottawa during the month of November.

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Nepean Sportsplex Christmas Craft Show Marks 52 Years in Ottawa This November

Ottawa’s Nepean Sportsplex will once again host its annual Christmas Craft Show, a long-standing local tradition celebrating its 52nd anniversary in 2025. The craft show will take… Read more »

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50+ Christmas Markets & Holiday Craft Fairs in and Around Ottawa – 2025

A list of Christmas markets & craft fairs in Ottawa to help you get something special for everyone on your list! To add to this list, submit online. … Read more »

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Ontario’s Famous Bala Cranberry Festival Is This Weekend & This Is What You Need to Know

Every year the charming little town of Bala hosts an amazing Cranberry Festival that supports the local community and organizations in need. This year, you can be… Read more »

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2025 Halloween in Ottawa – Haunted Attractions, Family Events & Adult Parties

A list of family Halloween activities & adult Halloween events/parties in and around Ottawa.

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Things to Do This Thanksgiving Weekend in Ontario – 2025

From Halloween haunts to glowing pumpkins and Fall fairs, there are plenty of fun and fabulous activities to do with your family and friends on the Thanksgiving weekend. Here is a list of 80+ things to do this Thanksgiving weekend across Ontario.

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See Giant Pumpkins: What to See and Do at Port Elgin Pumpkinfest This Weekend

One of Ontario’s famous fall festivals, Port Elgin Pumpkinfest, is returning this weekend for its 40th edition. The festival’s origins can be traced back to 1986 when… Read more »

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Ontario Moves to Ban Municipal Speed Cameras

Ontario is preparing legislation to eliminate municipal automated speed enforcement cameras across the province, shifting the focus to alternative road safety measures. Premier Doug Ford said municipalities… Read more »