Edmonton: From the Top of the City to the End of the World
There are a few important things they don’t tell you about Edmonton.
My father grew up just outside the city, but I knew very little about … Continue Reading
What to do in Kitchener-Waterloo during Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest in Kitchener-Waterloo is a big deal – 700,000 people partake in the festivities, which run the gamut from the obvious (beer, polka and lots and lots of lederhosen) to the surprising and exciting (barrel races, archery, log sawing and human foosball tournaments).
A Day Trip To Guelph
“Want to visit Guelph?” I ask my 20-something–year-old son. We felt an itch to escape the big city. Only an hour train ride from Continue Reading
Exploring Toronto’s Roncesvalles Neighbourhood
This cozy west-end neighbourhood has one of those Toronto place names (like Etobicoke and Strachan) that can get your tongue tied at … Continue Reading
Discover Truro In Fall and Early Winter
Truro, Nova Scotia, is going through a huge revitalization. The downtown core has been seriously upgraded of late, and there are a host of new … Continue Reading
Mini-guide to Toronto: What To Do Around Union Station
So far, this blog has been focusing on the hidden gems, and lesser-known spots to visit across Canada. For this post, we thought it would … Continue Reading
Rediscovering Ottawa This Fall
It’s time for some daycationing, and our first stop is to our nation’s lovely capital. Hub of Canadian politics and goldmine of Canuck history, Ottawa’s … Continue Reading