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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 »

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Earn Canadian Tire Money at Tim Hortons Through Expanded Triangle Rewards

Canadian Tire Corporation and Tim Hortons announced a new loyalty program partnership set to begin in late 2026. The agreement will link Canadian Tire’s Triangle Rewards program… Read more »

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25 Hikes to Enjoy Fall Colours in Ontario

What better way to spend the crisp fall days than to get outside and take a hike? Whether you want a quick trail for some fresh air, or are planning multi-day hiking and camping trip, the following trails will give you some great ideas for places to hike in Ontario.

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50 Activities and Festivals to Experience in Ontario This Fall Season – 2025

From spectacular fall colours, harvest activities, festivals and Halloween events, there are plenty of ways to celebrate this transitional season in Ontario. Here are fifty fun activities… Read more »

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Where to Go For Fall Colour Chairlift Rides in Ontario

Witness nature’s splendour in the Fall by taking a ski resort’s chairlift ride to a mountain’s summit. Whether you’re hiking or simply enjoying the ride, the panoramic… Read more »

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Hike Haliburton Highlands: 15 Glorious Fall Colour Hikes & Lookouts

Hike Haliburton Highlands to experience the stunning colours of the autumn season in Ontario. Popularly known as Haliburton Highlands, the county of Haliburton, comprised of Algonquin Highlands,… Read more »

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15 Fall Colour Driving Routes in Central Ontario

Enjoy the roads before the snow comes as you explore the middle of the province and its rising ridges, scenic landscapes and gentle, rolling hills. The roads beckon so get out and explore!

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Prime Minister Announces LNG, Nuclear, and Mining Developments for Nation-Building Projects

Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced the first set of developments to be reviewed by Canada’s new Major Projects Office (MPO), which was created to streamline approvals… Read more »

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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 »

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Fall Colour Adventure High Above the Forest Floor at World’s Longest Tree Canopy Walkway

Go on a breathtaking journey across Haliburton Forest that includes a scenic drive through a forest, a canoe tour across a wilderness lake, a guided walk along the Pelaw River Rapids and a walk high above the ground through the treetops and via half a kilometre long canopy boardwalk.

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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 »

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Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride: Fall Colour Chairlift Rides, Scenic Hike & Lookout

The second oldest family-owned ski hill in Ontario, Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride is an extremely popular skiing and mountain biking location north of Haliburton. Overlooking Eagle… Read more »

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Doors Open: Explore Belleville For Free on Sept 13

Belleville, located on the north shore of the Bay of Quinte, is hosting its annual “Doors Open” event this Saturday, providing free access to a diverse array… Read more »

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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 »

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Bailey Zimmerman Announces Six Canadian Stops on 2026 ‘Different Night Same Rodeo’ Tour

Country star Bailey Zimmerman is hitting the road again in 2026, this time with his Different Night Same Rodeo tour. The run begins February 19 in Estero,… Read more »

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Pumpkinferno 2025: Places to See Enchanting Pumpkin Displays This Fall in Ontario

Get ready to see extraordinary works of art on pumpkins this fall across Ontario. Set outdoors, you can see hand-carved glowing pumpkins that will blow your mind…. Read more »

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Ganaraska River Salmon Run: A Short Guide For a Fall Day Trip to Port Hope

The Salmon run is a marvellous natural phenomenon when salmon migrate back to their natal location for end-of-life spawning. Cool fall temperatures usually see scores of Chinook,… Read more »

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Canada Gets New $2 Circulation Coin Honouring Artist Daphne Odjig

A new $2 coin entering circulation Thursday pays tribute to Daphne Odjig, the trailblazing Anishinaabe artist whose work reshaped how Indigenous art is seen across Canada and… Read more »

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Top Things to Do at 1000 Islands Tower: Climb For Stunning Views & More

One of the best ways to appreciate the beauty of the Thousand Islands on the St. Lawrence is from above the trees and water. And among the… Read more »

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Things to Do in Ontario This September

September is the last official month of the summer, where the warm weather slowly fades and the fall breeze calls for sweaters and scarves. Don’t miss out… Read more »

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2025 Fall Fairs in and Around Greater Toronto Area

Celebrate Fall and see prized produce on showcase, get the best of arts and crafts for Christmas, enjoy live entertainment, experience the thrill of demolition derbies, amusement rides and more!

Here is a list of Fun Fall Fairs in and around GTA from Western Fair in London to. Balls Falls Thanksgiving Festival.

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Tickets Now Available For South Simcoe Railway Fall Colour Train Tours Near Toronto

Imagine hopping aboard a train that whisks you back to the early 20th century, as you roll through the vibrant fall landscape of Beeton Creek Valley. This isn’t just any train ride; it’s a journey on Ontario’s first steam heritage railway, courtesy of South Simcoe Railway.

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10 Trips For Fall in Ontario

Here are few ideas for 10 trips to enjoy glorious Fall season hikes along steep canyons and rushing waters!

Ontario’s Historic Jails You Can Visit or Stay Overnight: Eight Unconventional Adventures Behind Bars

Ontario’s Historic Jails You Can Visit or Stay Overnight: Eight Unconventional Adventures Behind Bars

Did you know that Ontario offers the opportunity to visit historical jail sites? Ontario offers unusual yet memorable tours of the various jails within the province. From… Read more »