45 h. ago This Ontario city is the perfect holiday postcard destination to see this winter

The quaint waterfront city of Brockville, Ont., located along the shores of the St. Lawrence River, transforms into a festive hotspot during the holidays, offering a curated light and sound show and a themed nature trail among its many seasonal attractions.The season kicks off with Miracle on King Street, a tree-lighting ceremony in the downtown core that officially marks the start of the holidays. This tradition occurs in mid-November, and is swiftly followed by another one of the city's seasonal staples: the Brockville Christmas Market.  Held in the city's downtown core during the first week of December, the Brockville Christmas Market is a single-day affair that brings hundreds of locals together for some holiday shopping and good eats. Visitors can enjoy live performances by local artists while they stroll through streets adorned with festive decor, and shop from an array of vendors offering seasonal finds. @justinpluslauren B...

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65 h. ago How Ontario school boards decide when to cancel school buses

Many Ontario families will wake up this winter wondering if school busses are cancelled. But the decision to cancel them isn't as simple as you think.

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69 h. ago These 5 Ontario waterfalls turn into breathtaking frozen sculptures in the winter

Cold weather transforms landscapes across Ontario into winter wonderlands this time of year, including waterfalls that form breathtaking natural ice sculptures as temperatures plummet below freezing.With the province boasting a plethora of iconic cascades, especially in Southern Ontario along the Niagara Escarpment, nature lovers have no shortage of spots to witness these natural wonders as soon as the temperatures drop to sub-zero.So, if exploring trails and parks for frozen waterfalls is on your to-do list this winter season, then here are five waterfalls in Ontario that will soon become breathtaking ice sculptures for you to see.Tiffany FallsPhoto by David Cheresna via Shutterstock. Located within the Tiffany Falls Conservation Area in Hamilton, Ont., this 21-metre ribbon cascade is easily accessible from the property's Tiffany Park side trail. In winter, the water freezes into cascades of large icicles that often display hints of orange and blue...

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9 d. ago Charming Ontario town becomes festive winter wonderland during holidays

The Ontario town of Port Perry comes alive each festive season, transforming its quaint downtown into a charming little winter wonderland.The town's quiet downtown area is popular for its Victorian architecture, but this scene takes on a new charm during the winter months, when thousands of lights and holiday activations draw in road trippers from across the region.Port Perry's seasonal celebrations kick off with the annual Scugog Santa Claus Parade, which takes place during the first week of December.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Explore Hidden Gems with Steph (@theworldasiseeit_travelblog)Visitors this time of year can also take a ride on the Holly Trolley, a free trolley ride through downtown Port Perry on weekends, with stops at various shops and restaurants along the way.One of the biggest seasonal attractions is the Lakefront Skate and M...

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1 week ago Here's what the next 3 months of winter weather could look like in Ontario

With Halloween in the rear-view mirror and the first snowfall of the season fast approaching, Ontario residents are bracing for the colder months ahead. But how bad will this winter be for Canada's most populous province?Long-range forecasts for this coming winter range from "mostly wet and mild" to "traditional winter patterns," and the latest three-month outlook from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) isn't exactly offering much additional clarity.The government climate agency releases a three-month probabilistic forecast at the start of each month. In contrast to localized long-term forecasts highlighting specific weather systems, Environment Canada's seasonal prediction system offers a nationwide forecast of meteorological trends in percentages — though these figures aren't always definitive.The latest data, covering the three-month span from November through January, offers the most up-to-date preview of the coming winter...

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2 w. ago Glowing forest trail with fire shows and light displays returns to Ontario this winter

The wooded area of an Ontario golf club is about to transform into a glowing display of light and fire.Fairway of Lights, hosted at the Angus Glen Golf Club in Markham, Ont., lets guests stroll through the forest surrounding the property on a short trail that features light installations, a chance to interact with costumed characters, and fire performances, all set up within the woodlands. Although Fairway of Lights runs for two weeks, organizers hope to keep things fresh for return visitors with a variety of experiences depending on the night they attend.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Fairway of Lights (@fairwayoflights)There are three types of tickets available: General Admission, Festival Night, and New Year's Eve. General Admission tickets, priced at $20 per person, are available all season long and include access to the light trail and all activities along t...

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2 w. ago Ontario city will host a huge international light art festival this winter and it's free

The charming Ontario destination of Stratford is set to glow this winter with Lights on Stratford, an annual international art installation that will take over the city of theatrical fame, hailed as "Canada's Art Town." Back for its sixth edition, Lights on Stratford is an award-winning festival that transforms the city into a glowing landscape of interactive light installations.This year, the art showcases revolve around the theme of "RADIANCE," with organizers purposefully selecting each piece to highlight how communities come together to experience the attractions and reflect the concept.Split between Stratford's Market Square and Tom Patterson Island — a park along the Avon River — Lights on Stratford will include two distinct exhibit areas for guests to explore.Market Square will host the Canadian premiere of a CHRONOHARP, an attraction first featured at Vivid, an international light festival i...

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2 w. ago Toronto’s waterfront music venue renamed RBC Amphitheatre, will close in 2027 for renos

TORONTO — Live Nation Canada says a planned overhaul of a popular waterfront music spot will increase summer lawn seating and add movable enclosures for winter concerts. The performance space at Ontario Place has also been renamed the RBC Amphitheatre, thanks to a multi-year partnership with the Royal Bank of Canada running to 2038. It […]

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3 w. ago Ontario park to transform into winter wonderland with market and dazzling displays

With colder weather soon approaching, parks and outdoor venues across Ontario are set to transform into winter wonderlands, and Hendrie Park at the Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington, Ont. is one of the many seasonal stops you may want to mark off on your holiday road trip map.Hendrie Park is bringing back its annual Winter Wonders event from Nov. 27 to Jan. 4, 2026, when the park will turn into an outdoor holiday retreat offering fun like roaming entertainers, immersive displays, and fire pits.And that's just the outdoor experience. Guests can also step inside the pavilion to see the Botanical Train Display, browse seasonal finds at the Gift Shop, and warm up with a drink at the Greenhouse Café.This year's Winter Wonders includes all the classic favourites plus two exciting additions: three all-new interactive art installations and the Artisan Village.@justinpluslauren Here's where you can see the most magical Christmas lights in Hamilton &...

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