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Jason Aldean, Thomas Rhett, and Cody Johnson to Headline Ontario’s 2024 Boots and Hearts Music Festival

The organizers of Ontario’s famous country music festival, Republic Live, have announced headliners for the 2024 edition. The 4-day Boots and Hearts Festival that takes place at… Read more »

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Liquidation Sale: Mastermind Toys Closing 18 Stores Nationwide

Mastermind Toys, a Canadian toy and children’s retail company with 66 stores nationwide has announced that it will close 18 stores. The move follows an asset purchase… Read more »

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Winter Ziplining Coming to Barrie’s Snow Valley Ski Resort

In the heart of Ontario’s winter wonderland, Barrie’s Snow Valley Ski Resort will introduce winter ziplining this season. The resort’s latest addition, the Summit Soar Quad Zip,… Read more »

Subway Canada to Launch Giant Footlong Cookie for National Cookie Day

Subway Canada to Launch Giant Footlong Cookie for National Cookie Day

In 2022, Subway Canada achieved a significant milestone by selling over 77 million cookies, equivalent to stacking about 3,500 CN Towers. As a continuation of this success,… Read more »

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2023 Holiday Shipping Deadlines For Canada Post, FedEx & Purolator

Here are the holiday shipping deadlines if you plan to send holiday gifts by Canada Post, FedEx or Purolator and want shipments to arrive before December 25,… Read more »

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Weather Network Releases 2023-2024 Winter Season Forecast

The Weather Network has released its winter forecast with a look ahead to what we can expect during December, January, and February. The Weather Network’s winter forecast… Read more »

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Ukrainian Famine-Genocide: Ontario High Schools to Include Mandatory Holodomor Studies

Beginning in September 2025, Ontario high schools will introduce mandatory education about the Holodomor in the Grade 10 Canadian History course. This initiative, announced on November 28,… Read more »

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Niagara’s Toronto Power Station Soon to Transform Into a $200M Five-Star Hotel and Cultural Hub

In a landmark development for Niagara Falls, Niagara Parks has announced a major project to redevelop the historic Toronto Power Generating Station, which has been dormant since… Read more »

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Southern Ontario: First Major Snowstorm of the Season With Over 35 cm Expected Tonight

Environment Canada has issued the first significant snowstorm of the season for parts of Southern Ontario. Regions from London to Barrie can expect whiteout conditions and heavy… Read more »

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2023 Report: These Are the Most & Least Stolen Cars in Canada

Équité Association, and its Investigative Services team, which assists insurance companies in tackling fraud and crime have released the latest list of the most stolen cars in… Read more »

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New Canadian Circulation Coins With King Charles III Effigy Unveiled; You Can Now Preorder Inaugural Coins

The Royal Canadian Mint has unveiled the new Canadian coins’ design featuring the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III that will appear on the obverse of… Read more »

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Feast on ‘All-You-Can-Eat’ Ribs at St. Louis Bar & Grill Locations Starting Nov 14th

Proudly Canadian-owned and operated since 1992, St. Louis Bar & Grill is bringing back its all-you-can-eat Ribsanity event. After a three-year hiatus, the event is returning from… Read more »

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Living Wage in Ontario 2023: How Much You Need to Earn Per Hour For a Modest Standard of Living

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 is… Read more »

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Ensuring “Never Again”: Ontario to Add Holocaust Education in Grade 10 History Curriculum

The Ontario government is bolstering Holocaust education in its Grade 10 History course by introducing new mandatory learning modules.   This decision aims to instill a deeper… Read more »

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Ontario to Lower Age For Breast Cancer Screening, Expanding Access

The Ontario government has announced a significant expansion of breast cancer screening by lowering the eligibility age for publicly funded mammograms. Starting in the fall of 2024,… Read more »

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IKEA Canada Opening New Plan and Order Locations in Ontario and Quebec

IKEA Canada is planning an expansion of its customer meeting points and service network.   The national retailer is set to open new Plan and Order points… Read more »

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Country’s Cool Again: Lainey Wilson Touring 3 Canadian Cities in 2024

Multi-talented singer, songwriter, and emerging actress, Lainey Wilson, has announced her upcoming “Country’s Cool Again Tour.” Produced by Live Nation, the tour will span over 35 dates… Read more »

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October 23 to 29: Firehouse Subs Announces Buy One Get One Free Deal For First Responders

Firehouse Subs, established by two firefighter brothers nearly 30 years ago, is honoring first responders with a special week-long offer. From October 23 to October 29, first… Read more »

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A&W Canada Introduces ‘One Cup’ Exchange Program to Combat Plastic Waste

A&W Canada has launched an exchangeable cup program, the ‘A&W One Cup,’ as part of its efforts to address cup waste. Per the news release, unlike traditional… Read more »

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Mucho Burrito’s Ghost Pepper Burrito Makes a Spicy Comeback

Mucho Burrito is reintroducing the Ghost Pepper Burrito to its menu for a limited time across all locations. Initially launched in 2012, and having made three subsequent… Read more »

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Hudson’s Bay’s Bay Days Sale: Up to 60% Off & Daily Door Crasher Deals

Hudson’s Bay has announced its Bay Days Days Sale, boasting its lowest prices of the season, with stellar savings up to 60%, daily doorbusters, and lucrative Hudson’s… Read more »

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Merry Christmas One And All: Mariah Carey Coming to Toronto & Montreal This November

Get ready to immerse yourself in the festive spirit with Mariah Carey’s “Merry Christmas One And All!” tour, a holiday treat you won’t want to miss. Music… Read more »

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Limited-Time Only: Firehouse Subs’ Introduces Thanksgiving Turkey Sub

Firehouse Subs is introducing a new addition to its menu this Thanksgiving season: the Thanksgiving Turkey Sub. According to the press release, this sandwich is a tantalizing… Read more »

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Taste & Hike Through Brilliant Colours of Fall at Ontario Maple Farms During This Two Week Long Event

It will be that time of the year again soon when the morning dew softly greets the leaves as they display dazzling colours of crimson and gold…. Read more »