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Lunar Nights: Spectacular Lantern Festival Celebrating Year of the Dragon Coming to Markham in February

The Markham Museum is set to host the enchanting Lunar Nights: Year of the Dragon Festival, an event that promises to be a visual feast with over… Read more »

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Train and REO Speedwagon Coming to Toronto This July on Co-Headlining Tour; Presale Jan 31

This summer, fans of classic rock are in for a treat as the iconic bands Train and REO Speedwagon unite for a co-headlining tour. Titled the Summer… Read more »

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Playdium: Toronto to Get a Huge Indoor Entertainment Centre by Year End

Cineplex has unveiled plans to inaugurate a new Playdium complex at CF Fairview Mall in Toronto, Ontario. Per the news release, the construction of the entertainment complex… Read more »

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Mississauga Allows Private Fireworks For Lunar New Year on Feb 10th

As the Lunar New Year, marking the Year of the Dragon, approaches, Mississauga residents can celebrate with fireworks without a license, an exception to the usual regulations… Read more »

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Born to Be: K-Pop Stars ITZY Coming to Toronto in June; Tickets on Sale Feb 2nd

Renowned K-Pop group ITZY is set to embark on their 2nd World Tour, Born To Be, spanning 27 cities globally this spring and summer. The tour, organized… Read more »

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Etobicoke, North York & Scarborough Restaurants Participating in Winterlicious 2024

Reservations are now open for Toronto’s winter culinary celebration, which offers the perfect opportunity to discover delicious cuisine at more than 210 restaurants. The festival runs from… Read more »

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Fractions, Coding and Phonics: Ontario to Overhaul Kindergarten Curriculum Focusing on Literacy and Math Skills

Starting September 2025, the Ontario government will implement a revamped kindergarten curriculum focusing on fundamental literacy and numeracy skills. Per the news release, this initiative is part… Read more »

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Canadian Whisky Awards: These Are the Best Canadian Whiskies For 2024

The 2024 Canadian Whisky Awards, held in Victoria, B.C., celebrated Paradigm Spirits from London, Ontario, as it clinched the Canadian Whisky of the Year title with its… Read more »

Pixies And Modest Mouse Coming to Toronto & Laval This Summer; Presale on Jan 23rd

Pixies And Modest Mouse Coming to Toronto & Laval This Summer; Presale on Jan 23rd

Pixies and Modest Mouse, prominent figures in the indie rock scene, have announced a co-headline tour for summer 2024 across North America. The tour, which includes special… Read more »

Get $2 Teen Burgers at Ontario A&W Restaurant Locations on Toronto Maple Leafs’ Game Days

Get $2 Teen Burgers at Ontario A&W Restaurant Locations on Toronto Maple Leafs’ Game Days

A&W has launched an enticing offer for Ontario residents, aligning with the Toronto Maple Leafs game days. During the current NHL season, every time the Maple Leafs… Read more »

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Brooks & Dunn to Visit 3 Canadian Cities on Reboot 2024 Tour; Tickets on Sale Jan 26

Brooks & Dunn, the all-time best-selling country duo and Country Music Hall of Famers, are gearing up for their REBOOT 2024 Tour, presented by Live Nation. The… Read more »

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Visa Reductions, Work Permit Restrictions: List of Changes to Canada’s International Student Program

Acknowledging the challenges posed by rapid student influx, such as strains on housing, healthcare, and other services, the federal government has introduced new regulations to maintain the… Read more »

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Outdoor Ice Skating on Cootes Paradise Marsh Near Toronto Now Open

The ongoing freezing temperatures caused by the Polar Vortex have frozen areas of Cootes Paradise Marsh, making it safe for skating. Cootes Paradise, part of the Royal… Read more »

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Tickets For Valentine’s Day Dinner (2024) at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada Now Available For a Romantic Escape to the Rainbow Reef

The extremely popular Valentine’s Day Dinner at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada is back this year. Promising a romantic escape beneath the waves, the Valentine’s Day Dinner, couples… Read more »

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Bubble: Massive Indoor Park Featuring Aerial Challenges & Inflatables Now Open in Vaughan

Canada’s first indoor inflatable entertainment complex has opened a second location of the Bubble. Spanning 25,000 square feet, The Bubble Vaughan at 7979 Weston Road offers an… Read more »

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Tour of The Setting Sum: Sum 41 Coming to Toronto For the Final Show; Tickets Now on Sale

The Grammy-nominated rock group Sum 41 revealed their final global headlining tour, dubbed ‘Tour Of The Setting Sum.’ This tour with special guests The Interrupters marks a… Read more »

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National Rent Report Jan 2024: Canada’s Most and Least Expensive Cities For Tenants

In 2023, Canada’s rental market witnessed a significant 9% surge in asking rents, reaching a new peak of $2,178 per month in December, according to the National… Read more »

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Watch Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland This March Break in Toronto

Take kids to the National Ballet of Canada’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland this March Break.   Set to run from March 6th to 17th, this enchanting ballet,… Read more »

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World’s Largest Indoor Lake Returns to Toronto This January Featuring Glow-in-the-Dark Boating

You can enjoy glow-in-the-dark boating in the world’s largest indoor lake starting next week in Toronto. The Toronto International Boat Show, North America’s largest indoor boat show,… Read more »

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The Most Congested Cities in Canada – 2023; Toronto is the Third Worst City in the World

Traffic in downtown Toronto is so bad that it is now the 3rd worst in the whole world, according to TomTom’s annual Traffic Index. TomTom, a prominent… Read more »

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$3.1 Billion+: Top Canadian Weather Events That Cost the Most in Insured Damage in 2023

Canada has once again faced a staggering financial impact from natural disasters and severe weather, with insured damages for 2023 surpassing $3.1 billion. This marks the second… Read more »

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Canadian Temporary Resident Program For Gazans Now Open; Here is Who Can Apply

A new temporary resident pathway for Palestinians in Gaza is now open to apply. In response to the escalating conflict in Gaza, the federal government, acknowledging the… Read more »

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Feast on ‘All-You-Can-Eat’ Boneless Wings at St. Louis Bar & Grill Locations Until Feb 4th

Time for holiday feasts may be over, but if your carnivorous cravings were not satiated, then St. Louis Bar & Grill is serving up ‘all you can… Read more »

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Where to Go for Winter Swimming in Lake Ontario, Toronto

Forget Polar Bear Dips on New Year’s Day, and try swimming in the waters of Lake Ontario, even at below-freezing temperatures! You can, of course, go to… Read more »