4 h. 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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28 h. 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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38 h. ago Justin Bieber shows up to Ontario bar and staff were taken by 'complete surprise'

Ontario Beliebers were given the ultimate surprise this past week when megastar Justin Bieber dropped by a local pub unannounced. The singer — who is arguably Ontario's most famous export — is fresh off the release of his surprise album, Swag II, which was released as the reissued bonus version of his seventh studio album, Swag, released just 56 days prior. Between promotional stops for the album, the "Daises" singer took some much-deserved time off to play games at Chicago Pub & Billiards in Cambridge, Ont., located at 1 Hespeler Rd.     View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Justin Bieber (@lilbieber)"It was a complete surprise," staff at the pub told blogTO. "We didn't receive any advance notice," noting this was the first time the singer had visited the location. While he was there,...

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4 d. 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 d. ago Toronto cafe to open second location combined with new snack bar

A cafe in one of Toronto’s trendiest neighbourhoods is soon opening a second location, but it has something brand-new tacked on, too.Fall calls for a steamy latte (both of the pumpkin spice variety and not) inside of a cute cafe, the same way that summertime calls for margaritas on a patio, and, we hate to break it to you, but leaves are already changing colours.Fall’s approach isn’t an entirely bad thing, though, because it means that it’s time to dust off that list and add some new spots to check out this season.Lucky for us, William and Carlos Oliveira, the son-and-father duo behind Little Italy’s Café Belém and Mercado in the Castlefield Design District, have something extra special up their sleeves.Despite only opening their Portuguese cafe (Belém) around a year ago, it’s already an inarguable hit in the neighbourhood. Now, they’re gearing up to open a second location of the cafe in Cor...

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4 d. ago Ford planning more U.S. advertisements to address ‘real story’ of tariff impact

Ontario premier takes aim at Republicans for not standing up to their political leader

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4 d. ago Watchdog clears London police officers in arrest of man after wild chase

Two London police tactical officers used conducted-energy weapons on a fleeing man before he lost consciousness and was taken to the hospital, Ontario’s police watchdog say.

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1 week ago LILLEY: Premier Ford’s protectionism sure sounding like Donald Trump

If the people of Ontario do take Ford up on his call to boycott Crown Royal, they will only be hurting Canadian jobs

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2 w. ago A new Ontario winter forecast for 2025 just landed and here's what to expect

It may only be August, but this week's cooler, almost fall-like temperatures in Ontario are serving as a blunt reminder that the long, balmy days of summer are almost over, and the colder months are rapidly creeping up on us.For better or worse (depending on which season is your favourite), we are less than four weeks away from the start of autumn proper — only a few days away, in fact, if you're using meteorological fall as the benchmark.After our few weeks of fiery colours, pumpkin patches and festive family meals will come the dreaded-by-many winter period, which is looking to be quite stereotypically Canadian in the province, according to newly-released forecasts for the months to come.The Old Farmer's Almanac has just revealed its weather predictions for winter 2025-2026 coast-to-coast, and unfortunately, residents of Southern Ontario are set to see some of the most miserable conditions of all.While the authority is call...

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2 w. ago European tourist loved Ontario so much they skipped their flight home

For those of us who are lucky to call Ontario home, it can be easy to take the province for granted, especially in the summer months, when road trips become synonymous with tragic jams and the charm of small towns gets overshadowed by crowds of visitors.However, sometimes all it takes is an outsider's perspective to remind us what makes Ontario worth exploring.Last week, a European tourist shared their spontaneous travel story across Ontario on Reddit, amassing dozens of comments and upvotes."Hi everyone, I've been on vacation in Canada for the last 10 days with a group of friends and fell so deeply in love with the country that I decided to skip my return flight and extend my solo trip for another five days," the tourist wrote.Loved Canada so much I extended my trip solo! Seeking Last-Minute ideas North of Toronto (Motorsports Lover Here!)byu/KubrickBugs inontarioWhile visiting Barrie, which the tourist chose to visit simply for its proximity to lakes on...

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3 w. ago Food rescue organizations call on Toronto hotel chains to ‘step up’ their policies

Food organizations across Ontario are urging hotel chains to take stronger action on food waste by finding solutions to donate excess meals amid rising hunger and climate concerns.

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3 w. ago Ontario college support staff take step toward strike with ’no board’ request

The union that represents thousands of full-time support staff at Ontario’s colleges has taken a step toward a possible strike. The Ontario Public Service Employees Union says it has requested a “no board” report, and once issued by the province’s Labour Ministry it would set a 16-day countdown to a legal strike position. The union […]

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3 w. ago Empties promises: Ontario grocers may stop selling alcohol rather than take back bottles

Provincial rules mandate that all grocery stores that sell alcohol must also accept returns of empty bottles and cans in the new year

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3 w. ago Some Ontario grocers may stop selling alcohol rather than take back empty bottles under new rules

Provincial rules mandate that all grocery stores that sell alcohol must also accept returns of empty bottles and cans in the new year

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4 w. ago Here are all the Ontario fall fairs and festivals you need to check out this year

Ontario is home to an incredibly diverse set of fall fairs and festivals that residents can add to their bucket lists for this upcoming season, with something to do in almost every corner of the GTA.We've compiled a list of the region's best seasonal celebrations to help you fully take advantage of autumn 2025, no matter where in Southern Ontario you're located:Staple seasonal festivalsAlthough there are a plethora of events that take over the fall months each year, there are certain fairs that have become staples in Ontario — the ones that you tell your friends about and mark on your calendar well in advance. Here's a list of the most talked-about fall fairs that are returning for 2025:September 5 - 28: Niagara Grape and Wine Festival (St. Catharines)September 5 - 7: Uxbridge Fall Fair (Uxbridge)September 6: Severn Bridge Fall Fair (Muskoka)September 11 - 14: Brampton Fall Fair (Brampton)September 12 - 14: Supercraw...

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4 w. ago AGCO orders immediate suspension of Longtooth Beverage Company liquor licences after owner charged with trafficking cocaine, other drugs

TORONTO, Aug. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has taken action to immediately suspend the licence of Longtooth Beverage Company, located at 429 West Front Street in Stirling, Ontario. This action comes in response to charges laid by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) against Lucas Ferrill, Longtooth’s owner […]

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