8 d. ago Ontario is home to Canada's biggest corn maze and it's now open for the season

Did you know that Canada's largest corn maze is located right here in Ontario, in the historic little town of Dundas? If you're looking for a fall adventure that gives you a bit of a challenge, Hanes Farm and Corn Maze offers the chance to get lost in almost 20 acres of vast land, as you zigzag through this impressive labyrinth of fun.This maze sets itself apart from others through its sheer scale — it will take you anywhere from one to two hours to complete, but you'll be fully equipped with everything you need to get out on the other side.Guests are given a map, pen, and clipboard before heading to the start line, and although it may sound like a walk in the park (or should I say, a stroll in the stalks?), it's not an easy feat: there are winding trails and massive corn walls to throw you off. The maze is also designed to test your sense of direction.And for anyone who has visited in the past, note that each year, something ...

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1 week ago Beer Store shutters more locations, closing in on government

On Wednesday, the Beer Store confirmed another six locations would all cease operating before the year is done. The total number is now well over 100.

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1 week ago Honda Indy to leave Toronto after almost 40 years in the city

One of the biggest annual summer sporting events in Toronto is leaving town.The Grand Prix of Toronto, also known as the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto, but known to most simply as the "Honda Indy," will relocate for its 2026 race and onwards.But it's not going all that far, as it will be held in the nearby city of Markham moving forward.The Indy has been held at Toronto's Exhibition Place since its inception in 1986. Interestingly, Exhibition Place had previously been floated as a destination throughout the 1960s and 1970s to host a Formula One race, but a proposal was rejected in 1978 that eventually opened the door for the IndyCar circuit to take over.The new temporary track will circle through Markham's downtown core."Markham is ready to build on its strong sports legacy and offer a new home where this celebrated summer tradition can thrive," Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti said in a statement, via the Toronto Star&...

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1 week ago Getting to the bottom of the Crown Royal bottling plant closure as Doug Ford pours scorn on move

Premier empties bottle of whisky on ground to protest decision that will cost Ontario town nearly 200 jobs

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1 week ago This historic Ontario town has an eerie underground 'ghost mine' that you can explore

If you're looking for an offbeat adventure that will transport you back in time (and one that has a bit of an eerie twist, at that), there's one Ontario town that provides the opportunity to explore deep beneath its streets, taking you nearly 100 years into the area's past.The Underground Colonial Adit Tour at the Cobalt Mining Museum — named for the eponymous town near Sudbury — gives you a first-hand experience of the world of silver mining, which made the community famous in the early 1900s.The guided excursion takes visitors through an original subterranean passage that was used when the town of Cobalt was one of the world's most notable producers of silver, with more than 100 mines in operation.It's a rare window into the working conditions of the mining industry at the time, with experts on site to tell the tales of miners' living and working conditions, which were full of struggle and a...

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2 w. ago Ontario resort town sees huge boom as Canadians turn to domestic vacation destinations

Domestic travel across Canada is booming, and Blue Mountain, one of Ontario's most-loved resort destinations, has become a top contender for country-wide travellers. So, if you're noticing your friends and coworkers swapping international flights for car rentals to go on a road trip, it's not a figment of your imagination.According to Statistics Canada, Canadians took 67.6 million trips within the country in the first quarter of 2025, a 2.2 per cent uptick compared to the same time last year.Instead of taking off overseas — goodbye cobblestone streets and beach resorts — more Canadians are opting to explore locations right in their backyard, and one Ontario destination in particular is seeing a spike in visitors: Blue Mountain.Blue Mountain has always been a popular go-to spot for skiers and snowboarders in the winter, but a report issued by Airbnb recently shows that an increased number of locals are flocking to it year-rou...

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2 w. ago Ontario has an underwater ghost town that you can still visit

Ontario has countless lovely small towns to visit on a road trip from the city, but there's one that has a particularly unique history — and that you'll need more than just a car to visit.Moulinette, once a thriving riverside community along Highway 2, is now an underwater ghost town with a haunting and yet fascinating history. It was said to be home to just over 300 residents before it was permanently flooded — purposely — in 1958 during the construction of the St. Lawrence Seaway.The history of Moulinette and Ontario's Lost VillagesThe village dated back to the late 1700s, having been founded by United Empire Loyalists of the King's Royal Regiment that came up from New York. And it didn't take long for Moulinette to become a bustling little hub.By 1840, approximately 100 people lived there, and the population was growing rapidly. The local economy was fueled by a number of businesses; among them, two wool mills that defined the ...

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2 w. ago Person charged with murder in deadly 2023 shooting in Penetanguishene

A 32-year-old from Penetanguishene has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of a 30-year-old who was gunned down in a parking lot in the North Simcoe town two years ago. Ontario Provincial Police said Jesse Deschamps was fatally shot on July 27, 2023, in the rear parking lot of the Village Square Mall […]

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3 w. ago Cintro expands into former Beer Store to meet soaring demand

London's only OpenTable Top 100 restaurant will add a café, dessert bar, and upscale dining space to keep up with months-long waitlists.

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3 w. ago London Eats: Cintro expands into former Beer Store to meet soaring demand

London's only OpenTable Top 100 restaurant will add a café, dessert bar, and upscale dining space to keep up with months-long waitlists.

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3 w. ago More Beer Stores in Ontario are about to close down permanently

The wave of Beer Store closures in Ontario continues, as multiple outlets across the province prepare to shut their doors for good this fall. Effective Oct. 19, 2025, 12 stores across Ontario, including three in the GTA, will close, joining the dozens that have already shuttered in the face of increased competition following the province's move to expand alcohol sales to convenience stores. Affected locations include 882 Ward St. (Bridgenorth), 8647 Hwy. #60 (Eganville), 89 Main St. S. (Forest), 21 Ontario St. N. (Grand Bend), 398 King St. W. (Harrow), 53 Meredith St. E. (Little Current), 33 Argyle St. (Markdale), 142 David St. N. (Noëlville), 3078 Don Mills Rd. (North York), 704 Main St. (Sauble Beach), 900A Don Mills Rd., Unit #100 (Toronto), and 800 Gerrard St. E. (Toronto).Last month, the beer retailer announced that it would be winding down operations atanother 11 locations across Ontario on Sept. 28, including outlets in Brampton&nbs...

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3 w. ago Alleged sex acts at golf event in Ontario town under OPP probe

Allegations of sex acts performed during a golf tournament in a small Ontario town is under investigation by provincial police.

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3 w. ago Ontario small town ‘concerned’ as string of Beer Store closures raise questions

Little Current, Ont., is one of several towns whose Beer Store is set to close as the alcohol giant adapts to a new market where convenience and grocery stores can sell booze.

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3 w. ago Why are Ontario beer stores closing, and where will all the empties go?

The latest round of closures includes three in the Toronto area and several towns with only one Beer Store. There have been 77 closures announced this year

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3 w. ago The Beer Store is closing these Ontario locations. Here’s what we know

The latest round of closures includes three in Toronto and several towns with only one Beer Store. There have been 77 closures announced this year

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3 w. ago The Beer Store adds 12 more locations to its long list of closures this year

It adds to the 44 locations that the retailer has already closed or will be closing

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