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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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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.
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 »
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 »
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 »
2025 Halloween in Ottawa – Haunted Attractions, Family Events & Adult Parties
A list of family Halloween activities & adult Halloween events/parties in and around Ottawa.
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.
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 »
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 »
World Spa Awards: Canada’s Best Spas of 2025
The 2025 World Spa Awards have been announced, and several Canadian spas earned top honours on the global stage. The annual program highlights excellence in wellness, from… Read more »
Gravenhurst to London: Explore Free Attractions in 7 Ontario Regions on Sept 20, 21
You can visit Banting House National Historic Site of Canada, Muskoka Steamships, Schneider Haus National Historic Site, and many other museums and historic sites for free this… Read more »
Ontario Craft Cider Week Returns September 19 to 26; Here are the Highlights
Ontario cider producers will mark the apple harvest with Craft Cider Week, running September 19 to 26. The province-wide celebration will feature exclusive cider releases, entertainment, food… Read more »
Weather Network’s 2025 Fall Forecast: October to Bring Mild Weather, November Promises Early Winter Blast
Canada’s fall forecast for 2025 is shaping up to be anything but ordinary. According to The Weather Network, much of the country will see warmer-than-usual temperatures through… Read more »
Doors Open 2025: Explore Peterborough For Free This Saturday
On Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Doors Open Peterborough will once again throw open the doors of historic landmarks, cultural centres, and… Read more »
Cranberry Harvest: 2025 Season at Ontario’s Famous Cranberry Marsh in Muskoka Begins Sept 20
Fall is around the corner, and there are plenty of fun things to do in Ontario, from Salmon Run and Pumpkinfernos to watching the marvellous fall colours of sugar… Read more »
Salt and Harvest Festival 2025: Head to This Ontario Town Home to World’s Largest Underground Salt Mine This Labour Day Weekend
The picturesque town of Goderich, home to the world’s largest underground salt mine, is set to host the expansive Goderich Salt and Harvest Festival from August 29… Read more »
2025 Labour Day Long Weekend Events & Festivals in Ottawa
Labour Day Long Weekend events and activities in Ottawa: free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports and exhibitions.
2025 Capital Pride Festival Weekend in Ottawa: What You Need to Know About Festivities and Road Closures
Celebrate the 2SLGBTQ+ community in Canada’s beautiful capital city this weekend at the Capital Pride Festival. The Festival weekend begins Friday, August 22, evening at the TD… Read more »