18 h. ago You can get discounts to 82 different places in Ontario with your Presto card

If you already have a Presto card, you might not know that, besides getting you across the city, it can actually unlock some pretty impressive perks and discounts on attractions, restaurants, and events happening all across Ontario. While some Presto discounts are available year-round, others are available for a limited time only. To get your discount, all you have to do is use a special discount code at checkout for online purchases or show your physical Presto card or digital version in person. Here are just a few examples out of the 82 places you get a discount in Ontario just by flashing your Presto card this fall. Attractions Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) If you're looking for indoor attractions to visit as the weather cools up, you can visit the AGO and use the promo code AGOPRESTO online to get 15 per cent off an AGO Annual Pass. This offer is only valid until Oct. 31.Canadian Automotive Museum Located in Oshawa, this museum is ...

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3 d. ago Fanshawe College cites strike as it postpones fall convocation

Fanshawe College has postponed its fall convocation ceremonies as a strike by college support workers across Ontario enters its fourth week

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7 d. ago See fall colours from swaying Ontario suspension bridge on world's longest trail

For anyone looking for interesting new ways to experience fall colours in Ontario, a visit to the Ranney Gorge Suspension Bridge in Campbellford might be something to add to your autumn to-do list.Situated 30 feet above the Ranney Gorge, this suspension bridge in Ferris Provincial Park is part of the Trans Canada Trail, the longest recreational trail in the world, extending a vast expanse spanning a total of 28,000 kilometres. Granted, you won't have to hike tremendous distances to experience the impressive vistas from this bridge.Ranney Gorge Suspension Bridge is an ideal day trip from the Greater Toronto Area, and a great spot for those who enjoy a low-endurance hike and/or bike ride, all year round. The bridge stretches an impressive 300 feet across its namesake gorge and is surrounded by maple trees, white pines, and fir that transform into fiery reds and rustic oranges in the fall season.Trent River's pristine blue water at t...

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8 d. ago Ride a vintage train through fall colours at this lakeside railway in Ontario

With Ontario's fall colours soon to reach their peak in the province, now's the time to plan a road trip to get out and take in those views, and the Port Stanley Terminal Rail is a great way to experience the vibrant seasonal hues and take in a bit of history in the process.This heritage railway offers Scenic Train Rides that take you on a vintage locomotive through the lakeside village of Port Stanley. The 60-minute trip wraps up at Whytes Park, where you can hop off, stretch your legs, snap photos with the old-school circus car, and take in the fall foliage that surrounds the park.If you're looking for something a little more festive, the Pumpkin Patch Train Ride is a seasonal offering, too. It takes you out to a pumpkin patch at Whytes Park, where you can even pick out a pumpkin to bring home.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Railway City Tourism (@railwaycity...

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1 week ago Canopy Growth Announces Extension of Proxy Voting Deadline for Upcoming Annual General and Special Meeting

Shareholders now have until September 26, 2025 at 9:00 AM ET to submit votes to help ensure a quorum is achieved Your Vote is Important! If you need assistance with voting your shares please contact Laurel Hill Advisory Group at 1-877-452-7184 or by e-mail at assistance@laurelhill.com SMITHS FALLS, Ontario — Canopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth” […]

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1 week ago Experience Niagara Falls like never before at Ontario’s first flying theatre

You may have visited Niagara Falls, but you’ve never experienced it quite like this.Niagara Takes Flight is a thrilling new attraction in Niagara Falls, Ontario, that quite literally takes guests to new heights. Located at Table Rock Centre, just steps from the brink of the Horseshoe Falls, this state-of-the-art flying experience is the first of its kind in the province and the second in Canada. It features a 180-degree domed screen that immerses you in cinematic aerial views of the region.Soar through the sky on a journey that celebrates the rich history of Niagara, along with the geography and people who make it so special.The full experienceBefore your feet leave the ground, you’ll move through a captivating pre-show that spans three media-rich rooms, each guiding you through different eras of Niagara’s history.Plus, Niagara Falls-raised filmmaker James Cameron (yes, that James Cameron) lends his voice for key pieces of th...

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2 w. ago Stiles wins Ontario NDP leadership review, but says changes are needed

Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles won a leadership review on Saturday. Stiles won 68% of the votes cast at a party convention in Niagara Falls. Speaking at the convention, Stiles said the Ontario NDP will learn from the last election and make needed changes. “We cannot run the same election campaign that we ran last […]

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2 w. ago Scenic train ride through Ontario fall colours crosses above a huge dam

With fall colours in Ontario soon at their peak, the Agawa Canyon Tour Train in Sault Ste. Marie is one of the more unique ways to experience a mesmerizing view of all the seasonal autumn hues.Hailed as "one of the most popular train tours in North America," this experience lets visitors hop on board a scenic 10-hour excursion through Northern Ontario; a full day-trip to soak in the beauty of all the fall colours that transform the province every year.The tour starts at the train depot and takes riders on an approximately 183-kilometre-long journey, where they can bear witness to the unique foliage and picturesque landscapes synonymous with this region.Along the way, you'll see natural landscapes as well as human-made landmarks like the scenic MacKay Dam at Montreal Falls. A large trestle built right into the dam just may be the highlight of this journey. The locomotive takes four hours to arrive at Agawa Park, where there i...

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2 w. ago Fall foliage to be more ‘vibrant,’ last longer this year in Ontario

Fall 2025 isn't officially here yet but the season's foliage is arriving earlier than usual and experts predict it will be even more beautiful in some areas.

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2 w. ago You can ride old TTC streetcars through Ontario's stunning fall colours

Fall colours in Ontario are a sight to behold, and if you want to experience them for yourself, then take a trip to the Halton County Radial Railway (HCRR), hop on one of their vintage streetcars, and go on a nature escape.Located in Guelph, Ont., HCRR takes riders on a two-kilometre journey through a canopy of autumn leaves, highlighting the vibrant fall colours that take over surrounding trees and foliage this time of year.The HCRR is an electric railway museum that operates a fleet of vintage, decommissioned Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) streetcars, which transport visitors on a short tour along a rail circuit across the property.The short journey allows riders to travel back to the streetcar's heyday in the twentieth century with their traditional interiors and bells that don't ring prerecorded through a speaker.    View this post on Instagram           A post shar...

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2 w. ago Catch peak fall colours from almost 240 metres above ground at this Ontario resort

As we approach the window of Ontario foliage at its peak in fall colours, Calabogie Peaks Resort's Fall Colours Lift is a great way to catch a glimpse of gorgeous reds, ambers, and oranges in the trees.The Fall Colours Lift graces you with vast aerial views of the Ottawa Valley as you slowly ascend to the peak of Dickson Mountain, a total of 237 metres above ground level. Once you're at the top, enjoy a stroll through the Skywalk Trail, a 1.5-kilometre loop around the mountain, and complete the experience by getting up close and personal with the autumn leaves that surround the path.The serene view not only encompasses the vibrant colours of the season but also the sights of the Madawaska River and Calabogie Lake, both of which appear to be a pristine blue.A view of the ground and the Calabogie Peaks Resort in the midst of the fall colours. Many visitors choose to stay the night at the Calabogie Peaks Resort, which boasts an old-school ambience, complete with ...

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2 w. ago Ontario deficit to explode next year, budget watchdog projects

Ontario's Financial Accountability Officer said falling revenue combined with slower economic growth is expected to 'significantly increase' the province's deficit.

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2 w. ago Ontario will see temperatures that feel hotter than 30 C this week

If you're not ready to bid farewell to patio season just yet, you'll have one last stretch of summer weather to enjoy this week in Ontario before cooler, classic fall conditions settle in.While there have been signs of frost across the province already, a ridge of high pressure moving in from the Prairies will bring a period of dry, warm conditions to the province this week. From Monday through Thursday, temperatures will rise back to the sweltering conditions experienced over the summer, reaching the mid-to-upper 20s in southern Ontario and around the Golden Horseshoe. By midweek, some areas, including southwestern Ontario, could see humidex values at or above the 30 degrees C mark. According to The Weather Network, it's expected to feel like 31 degrees C on Thursday in Windsor, and 30 degrees C in other municipalities like Chatham-Kent, Hamilton, and Kitchener. Toronto's weather forecast this week. Photo: Environment and Climate Change Cana...

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2 w. ago Here's what the next few months of fall weather will look like in Ontario

After a false introduction to fall a few weeks ago, Ontario has flip-flopped back to a bit of a late-summer heat wave to close out the final days of the warmer season. But don't let the 20+C temps fool you, as autumn proper is close on the horizon. And, new forecasts reveal what we can expect, weather-wise, in the weeks to come.With September 22 marking the first day of astronomical fall (and meteorological fall having already begun on September 1), the leaves are already changing, the seasonal events are already kicking off, and yes, the cooler conditions are on their way.Earlier outlooks from authorities like the Farmers' Almanac and Environment Canada called for a dry, pretty warm start to things that could gradually become more frigid and "unsettled" by mid-October.Now, The Weather Network has put forth its own predictions, too, with experts anticipating that above-normal temperatures will stick around across much of...

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3 w. ago Ontario Provincial Park will soon be covered in gorgeous fall colours you need to see

We may be at the tail end of summer, but you can see the first signs of fall colours poking their way through the foliage everywhere in Ontario, and Killarney Provincial Park is no different.Nestled in the La Cloche Mountains on Georgian Bay, Killarney Provincial Park boasts 645 square kilometres of vast wilderness ready for you to explore. The fall colours completely swallow the surrounding forests by early October, a mix of rusty and fiery reds, bright oranges, and warm amber hues.There are so many things to do in and around the park that you can easily make Killarney Provincial Park a fall road trip destination, but if you're strictly interested in the fall foliage, then there are two points of interest you want to check out while you're there: Granite Ridge Trail and Cranberry Bog Trail.These two trails are popular stops for those looking for picturesque views and a surefire opportunity to catch the fall colours at their best. For a less crowded optio...

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3 w. ago This scenic railroad in Ontario takes colourful fall excursions into the wilderness

The South Simcoe Railway's Fall Colour Excursions, a fall tradition for many in Ontario, return this month, and the historic railway is set to take passengers aboard scenic fall-colours train rides from Tottenham to Beeton for another season.Each round trip, from Tottenham to Beeton and back, lasts just under an hour, and along the way, the conductor shares tidbits of Canada's rich railway history. The fall foliage makes a pretty backdrop for this autumn outing as train riders get to see the changing colours of the leaves throughout the journey aboard a vintage 1920s locomotive.Passengers will usually board Engine #136 to take the trip from Tottenham to Beeton, winding through the Beeton Valley Creek and immersing in all the fall colours and foliage. Given how popular this nature tour gets — the leaves' changing colours at the Beeton Valley Creek are at their best during autumn — it's highly recommend...

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3 w. ago Going paperless with Alectra helps fill food bank shelves for Ontario families this fall

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Sept. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — This fall, Alectra Utilities is encouraging customers to switch to paperless billing and help support families in need. As part of its annual ebilling campaign, Alectra will donate $25,000 to Feed Ontario’s Full Shelves program, which provides pantry staples and school-friendly snacks to stock food bank shelves […]

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3 w. ago Hike through fiery fall colours and vibrant sunsets at this Ontario provincial park

If you're looking for your next fall nature escape in the region, then add Pinery Provincial Park, in Grand Bend, Ontario, to your list, where the annual eruption of beautiful fall colours is just weeks away. This year-round park boasts ten kilometres of sandy beaches in the summer and an abundance of winter activities to keep you busy during the colder months. But the fall colours are an unmatched experience that makes this season perhaps the best time to visit Pinery Provincial Park. Home to the rare Oak Savanna and Coastal Dune Ecosystems, featuring over 800 plants and 319 bird species, the autumn season is a great time to stroll through 21 kilometres of woodlands in the crisp air. Things to do You can expect everything from biking, hiking, camping, and even relaxing by the beach when you think of an escape to Pinery Provincial Park.     View this post on Instagram       &...

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4 w. ago Canada's largest Halloween festival brings spooky spectacle to new Ontario city this fall

Pumpkins After Dark, Ontario's most talked-about Halloween festival, is expanding to another location, making its London debut this fall at Storybook Gardens.Known as "North America's largest, award-winning Halloween event," this fall tradition is already a staple in Milton. But for the first time, Southwestern Ontario will get its own version of the spooktacular experience.This year's shows promise to be the most immersive yet, with 10,000+ hand-carved pumpkins lighting up the night in massive themed displays, interactive setups, and live performers.What to expectHighlights for 2025 include London's brand-new location at Storybook Gardens, alongside Milton's addition of a Dracula's Castle maze. Guests can also expect more live actors than ever before, creating eerie encounters throughout the trail.As with every year, 2025's festival will also feature a signature treat. This year, it's mini churros, a perfectly portable t...

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last month Ford promises new Ontario dangerous driving law in honour of man killed in crash

TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford says his government will introduce legislation this fall to strengthen dangerous driving laws in honour of a father of three who was killed last month by an alleged dangerous driver. Andrew Cristillo, 35, was killed Aug. 3 in a head-on crash in Whitchurch-Stouffville that also left his wife and […]

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