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Chapman’s to Debut Butter Tart Ice Cream at Ontario Festival

Chapman’s Ice Cream will introduce its new Butter Tart flavour at the 2025 edition of Ontario’s Best Butter Tart Festival, taking place on June 14 in downtown… Read more »

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Itinerary Announced for 2025 Royal Visit of King Charles III and Queen Camilla

The federal government has released the itinerary for the upcoming Royal Visit of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, scheduled for May 26 and 27, 2025 to… Read more »

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Spectacular Drone Show and Fireworks to Light Up Ottawa Skies This Victoria Day Weekend – 2025

As the vibrant hues of the Canadian Tulip Festival begin to fade, Ottawa gears up for a series of captivating events to mark Queen Victoria’s birthday weekend,… Read more »

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Ontario to Make Gas Tax Cut Permanent, Remove Highway 407 East Tolls

Ontario plans to make its temporary gas and fuel tax cuts permanent and eliminate tolls on a key section of Highway 407 East, measures aimed at reducing… Read more »

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FlixBus Launches Summer Service Linking Toronto to Ontario Beach Towns

FlixBus has announced the launch of a new seasonal route extension from Toronto to several beach destinations in Ontario, beginning May 15. The expansion adds stops at… Read more »

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You Can Now Reserve Your Visit in Advance to 88 Ontario Provincial Parks – 2025

In 2021, the Ontario government introduced a reservation system through which visitors to 17 of Ontario’s most popular parks can reserve their visit up to five days… Read more »

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OC Transpo Offering Free Transit Across Ottawa This Weekend

Ottawa residents ad visitors will be able to ride for free on all OC Transpo services during the weekend of May 3 and 4. The citywide Free… Read more »

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Flock to Stayner This Saturday For the Annual Kinsmen Duck Race

Head to Stayner for some quacktastic fun with the Stayner Kinsmen Duck Races. This event is not for the fowl-hearted as it promises to be an exciting… Read more »

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Ontario’s New Bill Seeks to Remove Interprovincial Trade Barriers, Includes Alcohol Sales and Worker Mobility

Ontario has introduced new legislation aimed at eliminating internal trade and labour mobility barriers across Canada. The Protect Ontario through Free Trade within Canada Act is designed… Read more »

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Big Bounce Canada Returns with Massive Inflatables Tour Across the Country

How high can you bounce in the World’s Biggest Bouncy Castle? The Big Bounce Canada, known as the world’s largest touring inflatable event, is set to return… Read more »

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Ontario’s Minimum Wage to Increase by 40 Cents on October 1

Ontario is giving its lowest-paid workers a bit of a financial boost. The province is increasing its minimum wage this fall, aiming to help workers manage the… Read more »

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Toronto Unveils Official FIFA World Cup Host City Poster; Here is How to Get One

The City of Toronto has revealed its official Host City poster for the FIFA World Cup 2026, created by Toronto-based illustrator Dave Murray. The design was unveiled… Read more »

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Suspended Forest Camping, Underground Immersive Experience and a Massive Treetop Trampoline Park Coming Near Ottawa

A new nature-focused adventure park is set to open just 30 minutes from Ottawa, promising a mix of treetop fun, underground exploration, and forest camping. The Trekking… Read more »

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Ontario Suspends 25% Electricity Surcharge Amid Trade Discussions

Ontario has suspended its 25 percent surcharge on electricity exports to Michigan, New York, and Minnesota following discussions between Premier Doug Ford and U.S. Secretary of Commerce… Read more »

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Ontario Implements 25% Surcharge on Electricity Exports to U.S.

Ontario has imposed a 25% surcharge on electricity exports to the United States, effective immediately, in response to U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods. This measure is expected… Read more »

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RCMP to Host Musical Ride Open House This Saturday in Ottawa

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) will open the doors to its Musical Ride Centre for the much-anticipated annual Open House this Saturday. This event, a cornerstone… Read more »

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History: A Brand New Entertainment Venue Coming to Ottawa in 2026

A new 2,000-capacity music and entertainment venue christened History Ottawa will open next year at 47-57 Rideau Street, revitalizing a key downtown location. The venue, operated by… Read more »

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Alto: Canada Announces Largest Infrastructure Project Ever With Quebec City-Toronto 300km/hour High-Speed Rail

Canada has announced plans to develop a high-speed rail network in the Toronto-Quebec City corridor. The project, named Alto, will cover approximately 1,000 kilometres and feature stops… Read more »

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Ice Follies 2025: Explore a Frozen Ontario Lake Adorned With Spectacular Art Until Family Day Weekend

Ever walked on a frozen lake and found yourself inside an art festival? If not, now’s your chance. Ice Follies, North Bay’s celebrated biennial arts festival, is… Read more »

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2025 Campground, Parking and Boat Reservations For National Parks in Ontario Now Open

If you plan to go camping in one of Canada’s most popular national parks, better join the Parks Canada reservation queue right now. Reservations for Cyprus Lake… Read more »

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$1 Billion Boycott: Ontario to Remove All American Alcohol from LCBO Starting February 4

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced that the Liquor Control Board of Ontario will stop selling all U.S.-made alcoholic beverages, effective Tuesday, February 4. This decision follows Prime… Read more »

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2025 Boots and Hearts Music Festival Announces Complete Lineup; Single Day Tickets Presale Jan 29

Ontario’s famous country music festival has announced the complete line-up for the 2025 edition. Republic Live, the organizers of Boots and Hearts Music Festival, announced headliners for… Read more »

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Cirque Du Soleil Brings OVO to Ottawa This July

Cirque du Soleil is set to dazzle audiences once again with its 25th-anniversary show, “OVO,” next summer in Ottawa. Performed at Canadian Tire Centre, this production offers… Read more »

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Ontario Home Renovation Savings Program 2025: You Can Now Sign Up For New Energy Efficiency Rebates

The Ontario government has announced a $10.9 billion, 12-year investment in energy efficiency initiatives, marking the largest such program in Canadian history. Among the key measures is… Read more »