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Ontario Unveils Major Penalty Increases for Dangerous and Careless Driving

Ontario is moving ahead with a slate of tougher penalties aimed at curbing dangerous driving, responding directly to concerns raised by the family of Andrew Cristillo, a… Read more »

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President’s Choice Rolls Out Kitchen-on-Wheels to Bring a Chef and Full Holiday Feast to Your Door

President’s Choice is trying something different this holiday season, offering hosts a way to serve a full festive spread without stepping into the kitchen themselves. The company… Read more »

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Things to Do This December in Toronto – Events & Festivals 2025

A list of events to attend and activities to do in Toronto in December 2025.

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Yoplait Drinkable Yogurt Recalled Nationally Due to Plastic Pieces

Yoplait Canada has pulled its 200-mL YOP drinkable yogurt from stores across the country, issuing a preventative recall after discovering a potential packaging defect that could leave… Read more »

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Cut Your Own Tree: Christmas Tree Farms in Greater Toronto Area & Hamilton

Here is a list of places where you can cut down your own Christmas tree in GTA and Hamilton.

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Free Things to Do in Toronto in December

A list of 20+ free fun events in Toronto and GTA during December including fun holiday and Christmas activities, live music, adult events and more!

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5 Delightful Activities to Enjoy This Holiday Season at Royal Botanical Gardens

Royal Botanical Gardens is a beautiful place to visit any time of the year. Come Christmas, and this beautiful garden becomes all the more spectacular with the… Read more »

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Candlelit Stroll & More: Burlington’s Lakeside Festival of Lights Returns For 2025 This Friday

Burlington’s annual Lakeside Festival of Lights will return to Spencer Smith Park from this weekend, bringing more than 60 illuminated displays to the city’s waterfront. Beginning November… Read more »

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Toronto’s Veld Music Festival Announces 2026 Lineup; Presale on Nov 26

The Veld Music Festival, presented by INK Entertainment, has announced the lineup for the 2026 edition. To mark the 13th anniversary, the festival, which spans three days… Read more »

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What to Know About Mississauga Santa Claus Parade and Light up the Square 2025: Festivities, Parade Route, Road Closures and MiWay Diversions

Mississauga will mark the beginning of the holiday season with a city-wide event featuring the annual lighting of the Christmas tree and the Santa Claus Parade. The… Read more »

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CPKC Holiday Train Adorned With Spectacular Lights Set to Begin Its 2025 Ontario Trip on Nov 20 (Schedule)

The Holiday Train will return to the rails in Ontario starting November 20. Two decorated trains will make the festive journey, travelling through the U.S. and Canada… Read more »

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2025 Toronto Santa Claus Parade on Nov 23: What’s New, Route, Parking, Road Closures and TTC Diversions

Toronto Santa Claus Parade is back for its 121st edition kicking off Christmas and holiday celebrations in Toronto this Sunday. One of the oldest Santa Claus Parades… Read more »

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How to Qualify for Ontario’s New Rebates of Up to $200 on Induction Cooktops, Fridges, Dryers, and Washing Machines

Ontario is broadening its energy‑efficiency push, adding consumer rebates for efficient appliances and increasing support for industrial and institutional projects to curb electricity use and manage costs…. Read more »

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Riverfest Elora Will Not Return in 2026 as the Beloved Ontario Music Festival Ends Its Run

Riverfest Elora, a long-running independent music festival in Ontario, will shut down after 15 years due to mounting financial pressures. Organizers announced the closure on Tuesday with… Read more »

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Ontario’s Boots and Hearts Music Festival Announces 2026 Lineup

The organizers of Ontario’s famous country music festival, Republic Live, have announced the initial lineup for the 2026 edition. The 3-day Boots and Hearts Festival that takes… Read more »

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What to Do at 2025 Winterfest at Canada’s Wonderland

Canada’s Wonderland’s annual holiday light display and festival returns on Saturday, November 15th. The popular holiday festival at Canada’s largest amusement park will feature a lively musical… Read more »

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Pickering Lights Up Nov 14 & 15! Fireworks, Festivities & Roads Affected

Esplanade Park is gearing up for this weekend’s festive “Winter Nights, City Lights” event. The City of Pickering will host its annual “Winter Nights, City Lights” celebration… Read more »

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Living Wage 2025: The Hourly Pay Required to Afford Life in Ontario

The 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… Read more »

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2025 Christmas and Holiday Events in Durham Region – Santa Parades, Light Displays, Markets & Holiday Theatre

A list of Christmas and Holiday events in the Durham Region including Christmas markets, Santa Claus Parades, Santa train rides Christmas Lights and more!

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Ontario Places to Go to Enjoy Candlelight Strolls During 2025 Holiday Season

Come Christmas season, various museums and pioneer villages across Ontario will be all aglow in the soft and warm candle lights. Here are some places to go to enjoy this fabulous holiday experience in Ontario.

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2025 Remembrance Day Concerts, Ceremonies in Toronto & the GTA

Join for various Remembrance Day ceremonies and concerts held in GTA honouring Canada’s Veterans.

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Gardiner Museum Celebrates $15.5M Transformation With Free Admission Weekend Nov. 8–9

The Gardiner Museum in Toronto is reopening with a completely redesigned ground floor, marking its largest transformation in 20 years. Per the news release, the $15.5 million… Read more »

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Parties, Haunts on Halloween Night in Toronto – Oct 31, 2025

Here is a list of some of the famous Halloween haunts, parties and family events to attend in Toronto and GTA on Halloween night – Friday, October… Read more »

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Halloween on Church 2025: What to Expect as Toronto’s Biggest Halloween Street Party Expands to Two Nights

Don’t miss out on this ghoulishly delightful event on Church Street. On Halloween Day, Church Street is transforming into a wicked wonderland for Halloween enthusiasts. The pedestrian-only… Read more »