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2023 Toronto Pride Parade & Festival Weekend – What You Need to Know About Festivities, and Road Closures

Are you planning to visit downtown Toronto this weekend for the Pride Festival Weekend and the Parade? The weekend features live entertainment by famous artists like Saucy… Read more »

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Markham’s Taste of Asia Takes Place This Weekend June 23 to 25, Here is What to Know

Get to Markham to enjoy one of the tastiest festivals in GTA.   Taste of Asia lights up Markham’s summer season with dazzling cultural performances and foodie… Read more »

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Bigwind Lake Provincial Park: Ontario Getting a New All-Season Camping Park Near Bracebridge

The Ontario government has announced the development of its first all-season, full-service provincial park in over 40 years, at Bigwind Lake Provincial Park near Bracebridge. Currently, Bigwind… Read more »

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FREE Family Friendly Activities For Every Day This Summer in Toronto

100+ FREE Things to Do this Summer in Toronto!
Searching for free events, festivals or free places to visit and things to do this summer in Toronto? Here is a list of FREE family activities for every day this summer in Toronto and GTA. Have the best Toronto staycation, and have a blast worry free!

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Competition Bureau Fines Canada Bread $50M in Bread Price-Fixing Scandal

Canada Bread has been fined $50 million by the Ontario Superior Court, marking the largest price-fixing penalty in Canadian legal history. The company confessed to its involvement… Read more »

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Great Canadian Casino: Canada Largest Casino Resort Opens Today in Toronto

The Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto will open to the public today at 5 p.m. Located adjacent to Woodbine Racetrack, the casino resort is the newest and… Read more »

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Design Revealed For National Monument to Canada’s Mission in Afghanistan

The federal government has revealed the chosen design for the National Monument to Canada’s Mission in Afghanistan, to be built opposite the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa…. Read more »

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Royal Ontario Museum is Offering Free Admission This Summer – 2023

Royal Ontario Museum will once again offer admission this summer.   Admission is free to the ROM’s 80,000-square-foot first floor from July 2 until September 4. The… Read more »

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Toronto Announces 2023 Canada Day Programming & Fireworks

The City of Toronto is gearing up for an exciting Canada Day celebration on July 1, with a wide range of free activities and events planned throughout… Read more »

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Driving Housing Construction: Ontario Expands Strong Mayor Powers to 26 Municipalities

The Ontario government is granting expanded strong mayor powers to the mayors of 26 large and fast-growing municipalities that have committed to a housing pledge. This move… Read more »

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Pickering Village Jam Fest Returns This Weekend For Three Days of Free Concerts

Get ready to groove and celebrate Father’s Day weekend at the Pickering Village Jam Fest! This year’s music festival is back and better than ever, filling the… Read more »

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Taste of Italy: Toronto’s College Street Transforms Into Classic Italian Piazza This Weekend

The vibrant and lively streets of Toronto’s College Street are about to be infused with the rich tastes and sounds of Italy. Taste of Little Italy promises… Read more »

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Ontario Advances GO Train Service Extension to Bowmanville

The Ontario government has taken a significant step towards expanding transit options by awarding a contract to Bowmanville Construction Partners (BCP) for early stage infrastructure planning on… Read more »

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Music Festival and Night Market Take Over Markham Streets This Father’s Day Weekend

Celebrate Father’s Day weekend at a foodie paradise and a musical extravaganza experience in Markham. Markham is welcoming summer this weekend with a bang with two exciting… Read more »

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Dive into Filipino Culture at the 7000 Islands Night Market This Weekend in Scarborough

The Filipino Night Market is here to transport you to the enchanting world of the Philippines, where 7000 islands await your exploration.   The Filipino Night Market… Read more »

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FREE Concerts in the Park This Summer in Toronto & GTA – 2023

If you are looking to enjoy free concerts, here is a list of free concert series in the parks around Toronto and GTA!

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Movies in the Park: Free Outdoor Movies This Summer in Toronto & GTA 2023

A list of free outdoor movies this summer in Toronto and GTA!

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Mississauga’s Creative Craft Beer Festival Returns This Weekend

Get ready to grab a pint and taste some amazing local brews at Mississauga’s Creative Craft Beer Festival. From small batch and specialty brews to draft favourites… Read more »

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Toronto Restaurants With Dine-In and Take Out For 2023 Father’s Day: Brunch, and Dinner

Father’s Day 2023 is right around the corner! Get organized ahead of the special day, which this year falls on 18 June, by organizing a memorable meal… Read more »

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Where to Find Little Amal, 12-Foot-Tall Puppet, in GTA This Weekend

Little Amal, a 12-foot-tall puppet representing a 10-year-old Syrian refugee, has captured hearts around the world and will be embarking on a journey in search of her… Read more »

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Lavender Festivals in Ontario – 2023

Celebrate the calming effect of lavender and escape for a day to the country to enjoy the best of lavender products from food to beauty balms and of course the burst of purple amid lushness of green fields.

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Summerlicious 2023: Reservations For Toronto’s Massive Restaurant Festival Open June 29

Celebrate Toronto’s diverse culinary scene at more than 200 local restaurants during Summerlicious, Toronto’s flagship restaurant festival. Organised by the city of Toronto, Summerlicious 2023 begins on… Read more »

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Canada’s Largest Historical Military Show Takes Place This Weekend Near Toronto

Are you interested in seeing military tanks and armoured vehicles? Or do you have a child at home fascinated by all things military vehicles? Then visit Oshawa… Read more »

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Just For Laughs Toronto Announces Initial Lineup of 2023 Edition

Get ready to laugh your socks off as Just For Laughs Toronto returns with the biggest names in comedy for 10 days of unlimited laughter! From September… Read more »