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Valentine's Day Treats

10+ Valentine’s Day Treats to Make at Home

Create some yummy Valentine’s Day treats with your kids this weekend. Save them for gifting, or just eat them up! Heart-shaped sugar cookies, ‘heart’y pizza, Valentine’s snack mix and more!

Gingerbread houses

Festive Gingerbread House Ideas

Thinking of making a Gingerbread House for the Holidays? A quick peek on Pinterest will either inspire you or have you second-guessing yourself – there are so many

2022 Top Toys Holiday Guide

2022 Top Toys for Kids Holiday Guide

We’ve rounded up some of the hottest toys for your 2022 holiday shopping along with a few more of our favourites. Some of these toys are selling out

Ontario Christmas Markets

The Best Holiday Markets of 2022

Holiday and Christmas markets are wonderful events to find unique Christmas gifts. In the past few years many markets had to go virtual but 2022 brings us many

What's ON Holidays

Holiday Event Fun Guide

It’s the season for festive events and holiday outings. This year the GTA has some magical new events, along with annual favourites that you and your family are sure to enjoy. Most events require advance tickets so be sure to plan ahead!

Canadian Christmas Books for Kids

Canadian Christmas Books for Kids

There are hundreds of picture books for the Holidays – but only a few that have a Canadian twist! View a few fun favourites in this round-up. Add one to your storytime library to get the kids in the mood for the festive day! (Not that they usually need much help!)

Winter Light Festivals in Ontario

Brighten up the long dark days of winter by visiting a Festival of Lights! These magical events are an experience that kids and couples shouldn’t miss, and with more and more events being held each year it’s easy to find one (or two!) near you!

Winter Festivals Guide

Winter Carnivals and Festivals

It’s time for some ‘cool’ outdoor play! Find Holiday Lights festivals as well as Winter Carnivals to beat those winter blues. Enjoy dog sled racing, traditional winter games, snow shoe, sledding and plenty of other creative winter activities.

Santa Claus Parade Schedules GTA

Santa Claus Parade Guide

Ho Ho Ho! It’s that time of year – ready or not – here comes Santa! Find a parade in your area or make it a family trip to visit somewhere new! There are so many great parades in the GTA and north of Toronto.

Creative Easter Crafts for Kids

Hop to it! Creative Easter Crafts for Kids

We’ve rounded up some of our favourite fun Easter crafts from talented crafting mommies around the web. Find some inspiration and get creative with the kids during the long weekend!

Valentine's Day Treats

10+ Valentine’s Day Treats to Make at Home

Create some yummy Valentine’s Day treats with your kids this weekend. Save them for gifting, or just eat them up! Heart-shaped sugar cookies, ‘heart’y pizza, Valentine’s snack mix and more!

Gingerbread houses

Festive Gingerbread House Ideas

Thinking of making a Gingerbread House for the Holidays? A quick peek on Pinterest will either inspire you or have you second-guessing yourself – there are so many stunning,

2022 Top Toys Holiday Guide

2022 Top Toys for Kids Holiday Guide

We’ve rounded up some of the hottest toys for your 2022 holiday shopping along with a few more of our favourites. Some of these toys are selling out fast,

Ontario Christmas Markets

The Best Holiday Markets of 2022

Holiday and Christmas markets are wonderful events to find unique Christmas gifts. In the past few years many markets had to go virtual but 2022 brings us many more

Santa Wish List Tactics for Parents

The Santa List – Managing Expectations

It’s that time of year where kiddo’s wish lists seem to grow and grow and grow. What are your kids expecting from Santa, parents, grandparents and other relatives? What

What's ON Holidays

Holiday Event Fun Guide

It’s the season for festive events and holiday outings. This year the GTA has some magical new events, along with annual favourites that you and your family are sure to enjoy. Most events require advance tickets so be sure to plan ahead!

Canadian Christmas Books for Kids

Canadian Christmas Books for Kids

There are hundreds of picture books for the Holidays – but only a few that have a Canadian twist! View a few fun favourites in this round-up. Add one to your storytime library to get the kids in the mood for the festive day! (Not that they usually need much help!)

Winter Light Festivals in Ontario

Brighten up the long dark days of winter by visiting a Festival of Lights! These magical events are an experience that kids and couples shouldn’t miss, and with more and more events being held each year it’s easy to find one (or two!) near you!

Winter Festivals Guide

Winter Carnivals and Festivals

It’s time for some ‘cool’ outdoor play! Find Holiday Lights festivals as well as Winter Carnivals to beat those winter blues. Enjoy dog sled racing, traditional winter games, snow shoe, sledding and plenty of other creative winter activities.

Santa Claus Parade Schedules GTA

Santa Claus Parade Guide

Ho Ho Ho! It’s that time of year – ready or not – here comes Santa! Find a parade in your area or make it a family trip to visit somewhere new! There are so many great parades in the GTA and north of Toronto.

Creative Easter Crafts for Kids

Hop to it! Creative Easter Crafts for Kids

We’ve rounded up some of our favourite fun Easter crafts from talented crafting mommies around the web. Find some inspiration and get creative with the kids during the long weekend!

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