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Mother's Day Books

20+ Picture Books for Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is just around the corner and we’ve rounded up some beautiful picture books to add to your bedtime library.  These stories celebrate the special connection between mom and child, some are funny, some are sweet and a few just might make you cry! Do you have a favourite book about mom? Please share it in the comments below. Our Favourite Kids Books to

Top 10 Things to Do March Break 2025

Plan for a Fun March Break with New Experiences and Family Fun March Break is fast approaching, making it the perfect time to plan some fun-filled activities for the family. The GTA offers a fantastic mix of events, camps, and outings for kids of all ages. Whether it’s exploring museums, visiting the zoo, catching a live show, or heading to a sugar bush for a

March Break Shows for Kids & Families | GTA and Area

Each year the week of March Break brings families in Ontario a selection of special shows, theatre and musicals all made just for young audiences! Make it a family tradition to grab tickets to a one or two shows each year, it is such a treat for both kids and parents, promising the best in quality family time for every one! 2025 March Break Shows

Maple Syrup Festivals Guide: Southern Ontario

Maple Syrup Festivals GTA Family Guide – Spring 2025 Spring is just around the corner and with it a very sweet time of year has arrived in Ontario – the sap is running, and that can only mean one thing – Maple Syrup! Enjoy a pancake breakfast, learn how many buckets of sap make a litre of syrup, and hop on a wagon ride! Maple

Top 10 Things to Do Family Day Weekend 2025

Fill the Long Weekend with Fun for the Whole Family With Family Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to plan a fun-filled outing. The GTA is packed with exciting events and attractions that make for a great day out with the family. From interactive exhibits and live performances to indoor festivals and winter-themed activities, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate. If

The best books about Maple Syrup for kids. Top 15 picture books.

The Best Maple Syrup Books for Kids

Late February and Early March bring us the beginning of all things Maple! As the sweetest season kicks-off, it’s the perfect time to curl up with a book that transports kids to the sugar shack – then plan a visit to a real Maple Syrup Farm right here in Ontario!

The Best Museums for Families To Explore in Ontario

Grab the kids and embark on an educational expedition at South Central Ontario’s museums! Learning doesn’t have to be confined to google searches and classrooms, museums weave a tapestry of knowledge with fun, fostering curiosity, creativity, and appreciation for the world around us.

Winter Festival of Lights Niagara Falls Ontario

2024 Winter Light Festivals in Ontario

Brighten up the longer nights of winter by visiting a winter Light Festival! These magical events are an experience that kids and couples shouldn’t miss.

Solar Eclipse Viewing Events Around the GTA

Where to See the 2024 Solar Eclipse in and around the GTA There will be a solar eclipse in on Monday, April 8th 2024 and the GTA will be partially in it’s path! Toronto School boards have added a PA day on Monday and that means that many families can plan to experience the celestial event together. There are a few special events taking places

Maple Syrup Festivals Guide

Maple Syrup Festivals

A very sweet time of year has arrived in Ontario – the sap is running, and and that can only mean one thing – Maple Syrup! Enjoy a pancake breakfast, and learn how many buckets of sap make a litre of syrup!

Family Activties Guide Toronto

Top 10+ Family Attractions in Toronto

Toronto is a true centre of Canadian culture, with a vibrant art, sports and heritage scene. With a huge choice of things to do and places to see on your visit to Canada’s most populous and arguably most cosmopolitan city, it can be tough to narrow down where to go on your trip!

Explore Winter in Waterloo

Enjoy Winter in Waterloo Region

From winter patios and skiing to unique exhibitions, Waterloo Region offers great ways to embrace the season! With plenty of outdoor activities, unique exhibits and a vibrant and innovative food scene, there is no shortage of ways to get out and explore the region’s winter offerings. “We know people are anxious to head out and begin doing things again,” says Minto Schneider, Chief Executive Officer

Staycation in Ontario

The Summer of the Staycation

There isn’t a better time to enjoy the hidden gems of Ontario Even as Ontario begins to re-open, restrictions remain on international travel and vacations. After more than 15 months of lockdowns, social distancing and a lack of events or attractions for families, the travel bug is itching to be scratched! It’s the ideal time to get out and discover what Ontario has to offer.

Elora Sunflower Festival

Visit the Sunflowers of Elora

A selfie-lover’s paradise is about to bloom in picturesque Elora! Sunflowers of Elora – a festival celebrating one of the most photographed plants on social media – kicks off Friday, August 6 and will run through September, offering opportunities for visitors to get colourful close-ups and for families to enjoy outdoor activities surrounded by beautiful scenery. After hosting an inaugural event last summer, The Fieldstone

Explore the Niagara Whirlpool by Boat and Zipline

Looking for an action-packed adventure with an aerial-edge? Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours and WildPlay Niagara promise to deliver an exhilarating experience with Niagara’s Wet & Wild Adventure Pass. The Wet & Wild Adventure pass allows thrill-seekers to enjoy three noteworthy attractions: Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours, Whirlpool Adventure Course, and Mistrider Zipline to the Falls. “We are ecstatic to partner with WildPlay Niagara in providing an

Breastfeeding Tips for New Moms

Top Breastfeeding Tips for New Moms

All new mothers want to do what’s best for their child. According to the experts this means breastfeeding exclusively for the first six months of an infant’s life — meaning no food or drink other than breast milk. Of course, this is easier said than done, particularly when you leave the privacy of your home.

Mother's Day Books

20+ Picture Books for Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is just around the corner and we’ve rounded up some beautiful picture books to add to your bedtime library.  These stories celebrate the special connection between mom and child, some are funny, some are sweet and a few just might make you cry! Do you have a favourite book about mom? Please share it in the comments below. Our Favourite Kids Books to

Top 10 Things to Do March Break 2025

Plan for a Fun March Break with New Experiences and Family Fun March Break is fast approaching, making it the perfect time to plan some fun-filled activities for the family. The GTA offers a fantastic mix of events, camps, and outings for kids of all ages. Whether it’s exploring museums, visiting the zoo, catching a live show, or heading to a sugar bush for a

March Break Shows for Kids & Families | GTA and Area

Each year the week of March Break brings families in Ontario a selection of special shows, theatre and musicals all made just for young audiences! Make it a family tradition to grab tickets to a one or two shows each year, it is such a treat for both kids and parents, promising the best in quality family time for every one! 2025 March Break Shows

Maple Syrup Festivals Guide: Southern Ontario

Maple Syrup Festivals GTA Family Guide – Spring 2025 Spring is just around the corner and with it a very sweet time of year has arrived in Ontario – the sap is running, and that can only mean one thing – Maple Syrup! Enjoy a pancake breakfast, learn how many buckets of sap make a litre of syrup, and hop on a wagon ride! Maple

Top 10 Things to Do Family Day Weekend 2025

Fill the Long Weekend with Fun for the Whole Family With Family Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to plan a fun-filled outing. The GTA is packed with exciting events and attractions that make for a great day out with the family. From interactive exhibits and live performances to indoor festivals and winter-themed activities, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate. If

The best books about Maple Syrup for kids. Top 15 picture books.

The Best Maple Syrup Books for Kids

Late February and Early March bring us the beginning of all things Maple! As the sweetest season kicks-off, it’s the perfect time to curl up with a book that transports kids to the sugar shack – then plan a visit to a real Maple Syrup Farm right here in Ontario!

The Best Museums for Families To Explore in Ontario

Grab the kids and embark on an educational expedition at South Central Ontario’s museums! Learning doesn’t have to be confined to google searches and classrooms, museums weave a tapestry of knowledge with fun, fostering curiosity, creativity, and appreciation for the world around us.

Winter Festival of Lights Niagara Falls Ontario

2024 Winter Light Festivals in Ontario

Brighten up the longer nights of winter by visiting a winter Light Festival! These magical events are an experience that kids and couples shouldn’t miss.

Solar Eclipse Viewing Events Around the GTA

Where to See the 2024 Solar Eclipse in and around the GTA There will be a solar eclipse in on Monday, April 8th 2024 and the GTA will be partially in it’s path! Toronto School boards have added a PA day on Monday and that means that many families can plan to experience the celestial event together. There are a few special events taking places

Maple Syrup Festivals Guide

Maple Syrup Festivals

A very sweet time of year has arrived in Ontario – the sap is running, and and that can only mean one thing – Maple Syrup! Enjoy a pancake breakfast, and learn how many buckets of sap make a litre of syrup!

Family Activties Guide Toronto

Top 10+ Family Attractions in Toronto

Toronto is a true centre of Canadian culture, with a vibrant art, sports and heritage scene. With a huge choice of things to do and places to see on your visit to Canada’s most populous and arguably most cosmopolitan city, it can be tough to narrow down where to go on your trip!

Explore Winter in Waterloo

Enjoy Winter in Waterloo Region

From winter patios and skiing to unique exhibitions, Waterloo Region offers great ways to embrace the season! With plenty of outdoor activities, unique exhibits and a vibrant and innovative food scene, there is no shortage of ways to get out and explore the region’s winter offerings. “We know people are anxious to head out and begin doing things again,” says Minto Schneider, Chief Executive Officer

Staycation in Ontario

The Summer of the Staycation

There isn’t a better time to enjoy the hidden gems of Ontario Even as Ontario begins to re-open, restrictions remain on international travel and vacations. After more than 15 months of lockdowns, social distancing and a lack of events or attractions for families, the travel bug is itching to be scratched! It’s the ideal time to get out and discover what Ontario has to offer.

Elora Sunflower Festival

Visit the Sunflowers of Elora

A selfie-lover’s paradise is about to bloom in picturesque Elora! Sunflowers of Elora – a festival celebrating one of the most photographed plants on social media – kicks off Friday, August 6 and will run through September, offering opportunities for visitors to get colourful close-ups and for families to enjoy outdoor activities surrounded by beautiful scenery. After hosting an inaugural event last summer, The Fieldstone

Explore the Niagara Whirlpool by Boat and Zipline

Looking for an action-packed adventure with an aerial-edge? Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours and WildPlay Niagara promise to deliver an exhilarating experience with Niagara’s Wet & Wild Adventure Pass. The Wet & Wild Adventure pass allows thrill-seekers to enjoy three noteworthy attractions: Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours, Whirlpool Adventure Course, and Mistrider Zipline to the Falls. “We are ecstatic to partner with WildPlay Niagara in providing an

Breastfeeding Tips for New Moms

Top Breastfeeding Tips for New Moms

All new mothers want to do what’s best for their child. According to the experts this means breastfeeding exclusively for the first six months of an infant’s life — meaning no food or drink other than breast milk. Of course, this is easier said than done, particularly when you leave the privacy of your home.

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