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Road Trip: Toronto – Tobermory – Manitoulin Island – Killarney – Georgian Bay

Summer is the season for road-tripping! All you need is some food, good music and an adventurous spirit to hit the road and discover hidden gems. The Georgian Bay area is an ecology focused destination with two international Biosphere reserves giving it a unique status and remarkable sites to explore and discover.

Toronto – Blue Mountain – Tobermory – Manitoulin Island – Sudbury – Killarney – Parry Sound -Wasaga Beach – Toronto

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24 Summer Day Trips With Your Girl Friends From Toronto

If you love exploring Toronto and the outskirts of the city, check out these 24 day trips for you and your girlfriends.

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GST/HST Credit: How Much You Will Get From July 2023 to June 2024

Due to high inflation, there has been an increase in both the family income limit and the payment amount for the GST/HST Credit benefit year. As a… Read more »

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US Customs Preclearance: Travel to U.S. Will Soon Become Easier From Billy Bishop Airport

US Customs and Border Protection (US CBP) will soon be available at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, thanks to funding provided by the federal government. The announcement… Read more »

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Open/Closed: Canada Day Weekend Hours of Toronto/GTA Tourist Attractions & Shopping Malls

Here is a list of Canada Day weekend hours of shopping malls and tourist attractions in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. Contents: Operating Hours of Tourist… Read more »

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List of 20 Toronto Parks Where Public Alcohol Consumption Proposed This Summer

The City of Toronto’s Economic and Community Development Committee is set to consider a pilot program that permits the consumption of alcohol in 20 city parks. The… Read more »

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Doja Cat Coming to Toronto on “The Scarlet Tour”; Register Now for Tickets

GRAMMY award-winning superstar Doja Cat is set to embark on her maiden North American Arena tour, “The Scarlet Tour.” Commencing on October 31st in San Francisco, CA,… Read more »

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10XTO Fitness Festival Returns to Toronto This July

Embrace an opportunity for holistic well-being, testing physical limits, and nurturing mindfulness at the 10XTO Fitness Festival. 10XTO, a fitness hub at Hotel X Toronto, invites fitness… 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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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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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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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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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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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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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 »

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Arcadia Earth: Embark on a Multi-Sensory Trip For a Sustainable Future This Fall in Toronto

Get ready to embark on an awe-inspiring journey through the wonders and challenges of our planet as Arcadia Earth brings its groundbreaking art exhibit and extended reality… Read more »

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The Wiggles in Canada 2023: “Ready, Steady, Wiggle!” Tour Tickets on Sale June 13th

The globally adored children’s entertainment group, The Wiggles!, are set to return to the USA and Canada this fall with their eagerly awaited “Ready, Steady, Wiggle!” tour. This tour is a high-energy celebration of music and dance, aiming to inspire and captivate young audiences.

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Bank of Canada Increases Interest Rate by 0.25% to Tackle Inflation Concerns

The Bank of Canada has raised its target for the overnight rate to 4¾ per cent by 25 basis points, accompanied by the Bank Rate at 5… Read more »

Popeyes Adds Blackened Chicken Sandwich to Its Menu

Popeyes Adds Blackened Chicken Sandwich to Its Menu

Popeyes has introduced a new permanent addition to its chicken sandwich lineup. The Blackened Chicken Sandwich features an antibiotic-free whole chicken breast, marinated for 12 hours, and… Read more »