Kinmount Fair - Labour Day Weekend - Kinmount, Ontario
Labour Day Weekend in Kinmount, Ontario, Canada is fun for all ages as people compete to win ribbons and prize money in classes of Livestock, www.kinmountfair.net - Kinmount is on the border of Haliburton Highlands and the Kawarthas, in the heart of Canada's Cottage County. A perfect way to end the summmer holiday season and start the fall colour season. See Backroad road trip to Kinmount from Orillia, and Labour Day family Getaways.

Doors Open Free September Attractions
Doors Open Ontario returns in September 2010 with several resort and city destinations north of Toronto. Free admission to many Ontario historical attractions, many not normally open to the public....Featured towns, include Bobcaygeon, Georgina, Meaford, Timmins, and Thunder Bay on the weekend of September 11, 12, 2010

The Canadian Labour Day Weekend Classic Football
The rivalry heats up on the Labour Day weekend with one of Canada's great traditions and the heightened level of competition in the CFL Toronto at Hamilton, Edmonton at Calgary, Winnipeg at Saskatchewan BC at Montreal.  See the football schedule for the CFL.  There are a number of Labour Day Parades picnics and festivals to make your weekend complete See Labour Day Events, Parades across Canada. 

Swimming champ wants lifeguards at provincial beaches
CBC.ca - Aug 2010
Tanner has spent several years touring beaches such as Wasaga Beach and Sandbanks Provincial Park in eastern Ontario. Municipal beaches are required to have ...Tanner points out that until the 1980s, lifeguards were a fixture on popular beaches.  400ELEVEN Publisher says , "Barrie Ontario has lifeguards on some of their beaches."  See more Ontario Beaches Read more: http://www.cbc.ca/canada/ottawa/story/2010/08/06/tanner-lifeguards.html#ixzz0xofEFrO6

Canada Not Cuba During Summer Months
A neighbour told me he was taking his family to Cuba in August, the peak of the Canadian summer season. I was flabbergasted to imagine doing this.  My summers will always be spent in Canada..enjoying Canadian outdoor activities.  Get the 411 on more than 50 vacation ideas for Ontario Family Getaways and Vacations, and for the rest of Canada check out Family vacations in Canada: a list provided by Canadian Tourism Commission.

Ottawa Day Trips | Sharing Travel Experiences: Travel More ...
By Andy Hayes
But then get out of town: some of Ottawa's best travel experiences can be had just a few miles away in either Ontario or Quebec. Here are a few recommendations for the best Ottawa day trips. ..Canada Travel News Publisher says "a Highway 60 road trip will take you to Barrie's Bay and Algonquin Area and the start of several great road trips."

Top 10 one-day road trips from Toronto | Wheels.ca
2010 ...by Mark Richardson. Here are my top 10 local roadtrips to make the most of your time behind ... Lake Ontario's still blue water; on a late fall or winter day, inlcude Bancroft, Belfountain, Collingwood, Hastings, Muskoka, Picton....400ELEVEN Publisher says...."check out the road trip ideas here with the Ontario fall road trip options north of Toronto.

International Plowing Match September 21-25, 2010 - there's no other show like it!
Join us for five amazing days in September 2010 when the country's largest outdoor show comes to Elgin County. Come help us celebrate our vibrant rural past and experience the excitement of emerging opportunities for agriculture and our rural communities in Elgin-St.Thomas.

Top 10 End of Summer Activities North of Toronto
With Labour day around the corner summer vacation time winding down there is still plenty to see and do before the dreaded Back to School Tuesday after Labor Day Weekend. Ontario is summer haven with a multitude of great outdoor adventures north of Toronto for a leisurely "Ontario Outdoor" end of summer experience.

Dein Perry’s Electrifying Show Takes Over King’s Wharf Theatre
The world-wide tap phenomenon that has been featured in Olympic ceremonies and on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno is now raising the roof at the King’s Wharf Theatre after an incredible run at the renowned Just For Laughs Festival in Montréal earlier this summer. Theatre Package Getaways & Backroads Trips: Check the Midland Comfort Inn, and Best Western Midland for an overnight getaway including the theatre. Consider a back roads trip to Midland and Penetanguishene and enjoy the Simcoe Country rural countryside.

Drink Free All Day in Elmvale Ontario
Elmvale Water Festival (Saturday August 21) expands to include environmental show and is offering free cold water to all visitors to this celebration of water in Simcoe County (many claim this water to be the purest in the world)... Elmvale lies between Barrie and Wasaga Beach County Road 27 formerly Highway 27

Toronto wild for blueberries
Toronto Sun
By RITA DEMONTIS, Toronto Sun The Wild Blueberry Association of North America (WBANA), an international trade association of growers and processors of wild ...Publisher of Canada Travel news says "if you are on a road trip north into Ontario watch for the Blueberry road side stands and farmer's market offerings."

Tourism has sizzle
The Barrie Examiner
Mother Nature has let the sun shine on Simcoe County tourism operators this summer, a marked increase over last year's wet and cool season. ..."It's been an outstanding summer so far for water-based attractions and beach-front communities," said travel promotion officer Jack Lynch, of the Ontario Travel Information Centre at Mapleview Drive and Highway 400." ....Canada Travel News says "See the Highway 400 Way for Travel links into Simcoe County and beyond. See Ontario Beaches for picnic and swimming options."

Top 5 summer family options close to home
Toronto Star
Act like a tourist: Look at the Tourism Toronto website and map out some of
the things you'd like to see and do. Order tickets, if you need to, ...
Canada Travel News publisher says " This reminds me of my friends who lived in North York and at the last frazzled minute would arrange for baby sitters and check into to a downtown hotel for a one night romantic stay in Toronto. Those same friends also would head north of Toronto for an extended Romantic Getaway"

How to Kayak in Ontario
Travel Tips - USATODAY.com
Ontario bills itself as a "Sportsman's Paradise" and the Canadian province is a goldmine for kayakers, with thousands of miles of placid watercourses and ...See Ontario Kayak Canoe Getaways

Canada among top 10 in adventure tourism
Get the latest on women's, men's, family, children and seniors health. You will find expert healthcare, diet and fitness guidance and information. See Adventure Travel Getaways

Aquapalooza 2010 Sunday August 1st , 2010

BROUGHT TO VIAMEDE RESORT ON STONEY LAKE BY SEA RAY & TOWN & COUNTRY MARINE 11:00AM - 3:00PM OPEN AIR CONCERT AT THE WATER'S EDGE
(Peterborough's own the Cadillacs)
Open to all boaters and boating guests , need to register at
Aquapalooza 2010 events website

AquaPalooza is the name given to a series of on-water celebrations held during the last two weekends in July at more than 100 locations around the world. Created by Sea Ray Boats, AquaPalooza is free and open to all boaters and non-boaters. Each gathering features fun activities for family and friends of all ages, such as live entertainment, games, giveaways and much more.

Ontario Civic Holiday Long Weekend Celebrations
John Graves Simcoe and Colonel By are Canadian heroes celebrated over the August Civic Holiday long weekend. North York celebrates Mountie Day! Most Ontario residents think of the holiday as Simcoe Day........a time to make the most out of the summer long weekend which this year overlaps both July and August.

Toronto Rises as the New Capitol of Cool
Huffington Post (blog)
... making it Canada's largest city and surprisingly one of the most culturally diverse communities in North America. Although the Toronto skyline is dotted ...
Article discusses Toronto neighbourhoods, cultural diversity, and art. Book Toronto Hotels

Lake Simcoe Four Season Resort Destination
Lake Simcoe is close to Toronto and is one of Ontario's year round recreation locations. Summer fun in Barrie, Orillia, or Jackson's point offers up a variety of accommodation from inns, resorts, hotels all within easy access to the cool waters of Lake Simcoe.

Kempenfest, one of Ontario's largest outdoor arts and crafts festivals and a "Top 100 Ontario Event" takes place in Barrie over the Ontario Civic holiday long weekend known as Simcoe Day.

The August long weekend signals the peak of the Ontario Summer and a time to get out and enjoy the best of Ontario Beaches and Lakes.

Canada event to celebrate Elvis's birthday
Collingwood Ontario July 22-25.
Fans of rock 'n' roll legend Elvis Presley might fancy exploring Georgian Bay this summer and attend Collingwood Elvis Festival. 2010 represents the 75th anniversary of Presley's birth.Highlights of the festival will include a series of Las Vegas-style shows by some of the world's leading Elvis tribute acts, who will be competing for the title of Collingwood Elvis Festival 'grand champion'.75th birthday tributes to the iconic performer include good food, live music and family entertainment. See Elvis Breaking News or more Collingwood Ontario Information.

Ottawa Governor General's Summer Concerts,
Everyone is invited to savour the sounds of summer at Rideau Hall, during the Governor General's Summer Concerts, in partnership with Chamberfest 2010. Visitors are welcome to come early, to bring a picnic and to enjoy these free outdoor concerts on the beautiful grounds of the governor general's official residence. Book Ottawa Hotels On line, More on Ottawa tourist Information.

TORONTO FEATURED IN USA TODAY
Weekend Getaways in Toronto, Canada | Travel Tips - USATODAY.com
The moment you arrive in Toronto, Canada, you're aware that a world-class city stands before you. The international vibe is apparent in the restaurants, ...Visitiors travelling north of Toronto can access 100's of getaways at Ontario Travel North of Toronto within short driving time to many of Ontario's fresh water beaches.

National Parks Free on National Parks Day
JULY 17, FREE PARKS ADMISSION. "Come celebrate Canada's birthday and the 125th birthday of our national parks by spending some time in the unforgettable places that showcase Canada at its best ― for free!," is the message to Canadians from The Honourable Jim Prentice, Minister of the Environment and Minister responsible for Parks Canada.On both Canada Day (July 1) and Canada's Parks Day (July 17), Parks Canada is welcoming Canadians to their national parks, national historic sites and national marine conservation areas with doors open and free entry.
SEE COMPLETE LIST OF NATIONAL PARKS

Cozying up to cottage country retreat
Calgary Herald
The Muskoka region, a two-hour drive north of Toronto, is liberally dotted with small, quiet, and accessible lakes that have long been an escape destination ...More tourist information on Muskoka

Owen Sound..The Scenic City
Visiting Owen Sound, Ontario on Georgian Bay. As the largest urban community in Grey-Bruce counties, Owen Sound, Ontario has come to be known as. More eetourist information on Owen Sound Ontario.

Beyond the stars: New Turkey Point observatory boasts zip line ...‎
Waterloo Record - Valerie Hill
Now, thanks to the imagination of several visionaries, including Waterloo architect Bill Krohn, the site has become home to Long Point Eco-Adventures...Long Point Eco-Adventures, about a 75-minute drive south of Kitchener, held its grand opening with Terence Dickinson, guest astronomer, author and editor of SkyNews, as well as naturalist, astronomer and expedition leader Robin Tapley.

Help raise the roof at the 185th Lachute Fair‎
Vankleek Hill Review - Tara Kirkpatrick - Starting today Juy 8 the summer fair season kicks off. The oldest agricultural fair in Quebec and the second oldest fair in Canada, ... Competitors from across Quebec and Ontario will then roll into town on ...
See more Summer Agricultural Fairs

Gallery hopping north in Ontario
Out-of-town galleries beckon with worthy shows by renowned artists Toronto Star By Peter Goddard Visual Arts.....Diana Krall inspired this whimsical necklace by Donald A. Stuart, showing at the MacLaren Art Centre in Barrie. 400ELEVEN Editor's Note: This story features northern galleries in Flesherton Ontario, and Owen Sound Ontario and would make a nice Ontario road trip for art and jewelry lovers.

Playford Players to perform at Discovery Harbour on July 17
The Playford Players will perform their enchanting music at Discovery Harbour on Saturday July 17, providing traditional musical ambience to the picturesque marine heritage site. More travel information on Midland-Penetang tourist destination.

Post-Canada Day Ottawa still has plenty to offer
Toronto Star - Heather Greenwood Davis
OTTAWA — I've never seen anything like it. The pomp. The circumstance. The pageantry. Canada Day in the Nation’s capital rivals the biggest celebrations on the planet when it comes to we-are-the-best boasting and patriotic chants. Book Ottawa Hotels on-line. See Ottawa Travel Information North of Toronto

Mariposa looks back at 50 years of folk fest ‎
CBC.ca -
... Folk Foundation)Music lovers and organizers of Ontario's Mariposa Folk ... he said was that every small community should have a hook to hang tourism on. ...
More on Orillia Ontario

Residents escape to cooling centres, beaches to beat the heat‎
Toronto Star - Tannis Toohey -
David Phillips, senior climatologist at Environment Canada, ... Some Torontonians chose to hit the city's 11 beaches to escape the stifling heat. ...
Many more will head north of Toronto to the many beaches in resort destinations out of the city

Minister Goodyear Announces Investment in Honda Indy
‎ Marketwire (press release) -
... Ontario's largest annual sporting event as this will stimulate the local economy and continue to bring tourism and international exposure to the city. ...
book Toronto hotels-on-line

New tourism dollars flowing into Dufferin County area ‎
Orangeville Banner - 21 Jun 2010
“In our shrinking economic climate in Ontario, tourism has now been identified as a priority for the province. And we have certainly in the our model, ...
More on Orangeville Ontario

The Highway 11 Way to Huntsville Muskoka
Consider the Highway 11 Way to check out the G8, and stop to seesome of the great attractions and resort destinationsfrom Barrie to Huntsville Muskoka. Note: Road closings on Highway 60 East of Huntsville

Ontario Beaches Get International Blue Flag Status
Beaches in Ontario Canada rank with best beaches in the world with Blue Flag Beach designations in Toronto, Georgian Bay, Wasaga Beach, Collingwood-Blue Mountains, Lake Huron Ontario Canada Beaches

Ontario and Quebec Cheaters Rewarded
TOURISME MONTREAL | Cheaters rewarded! Tourism Toronto and ...
MONTREAL and TORONTO, June 16 /CNW Telbec/ - Who says cheaters never
prosper? Sometimes a little cheating pays, especially when you have the
courage to ... See hotels, Toronto Hotel, or Montreal Hotel

Post Muskoka: Everything you need to know about the region
National Post
How better to while away the lazy, hazy days that to head north to Muskoka. Herewith, an offering to keep you busy all the way up the 400 (while someone ... More On Muskoka Ontario

Toronto Unveils the Futuristic Farmers Market
Green Building Elements (blog)
This industrial design was the winner of the competition held to replace the St. Lawrence Market North in Toronto. By an unanimous decision by the judges, ...

Summer Getaways: Ontario - Travel
Macleans.ca By Cameron Ainsworth-Vincze
by Cameron Ainsworth-Vincze on Friday, June 11, 2010 9:00am - 1321150
Comments... Also see Ontario Summer Getaways north of Toronto

Luminato - Toronto Festival of Arts + Creativity 2010 - Ontario
Visit Ontario Tourism's website for more details on other great events at ... LUMINATO is a registered trade-mark of Toronto Festival of Arts, ... Book Toronto Hotels

Grey County Ontario Tourism
Tourism in Canada is a $71.5 billion industry, making it bigger than the fishery , ... Approximately 28 cents of every tourism dollar spent in Canada ...More on Tourism Week in Ontario

Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery
Huntsville, Muskoka Ontario: Celebrate 2010 Explore Group of Seven replications in an outdoor gallery under open skies. Enjoy the Outdoor Gallery year round. Over 30 Tom Thomson & Group of Seven murals to see in downtown Huntsville.
See Group of Seven Gallery, more information on Algonquin Park Area and Group of Seven

Sault Ste. Marie set for Stellar Tourist Season
The Sudbury Star: Early signals suggest Sault set for stellar tourist season - The ... Angela Romano, team leader of the Ontario Travel Information Centre in Sault Ste. Marie, said she's also hoping that this year's season is stronger locally. "It looks like we're getting our fishing groups in already. ...See getaway specials for Ontario Tourism Week.

See a Moose-Friends of Algonquin June News
June in Algonquin Park brings things in multiples, like park visitors, great moose viewing opportunities along Highway 60, and bugs!Despite the latter on the list (and yes they did remember to show up again this year!) the chance of seeing moose up close and the solitude of getting out canoeing and camping at this time of year make the swatting worth it.And if you need a reprieve the Visitor Centre has extended its daily hours: 9 am to 5 pm until June 24 and then 9 am to 9 pm for the summer. More about Friends of Algonquin, More about Ontario Algonquin Resort Destination Area

Muskoka Region Ready To Host G-8 Summit - Congoo
HUNTSVILLE, ONTARIO, Jun 06 (MARKET WIRE) -- After Nearly Two Years Of Hard Work And Planning, The Parry Sound-Muskoka Region Is Now Poised To Host A Highly ... See more info on Muskoka, Ontario

RMS Segwun, oldest registered vessel in Canada, a Muskoka, Ont., icon
Metro Canada - Toronto
GRAVENHURST, Ont. - The eyes of the world will be on Muskoka later this month as it hosts the G8 summit and there's certainly no shortage of beautiful ...See more info on Gravenhurst, Ontario

Sainte-Marie among the Hurons Celebrates First Nations Heritage With Celebrity Chef David Wolfman
Sainte-Marie among the Hurons will celebrate First Nations Heritage. with its upcoming Aboriginal Festival on Saturday June 12th and Sunday June 13th and National Aboriginal Day on Monday June 21. New this year will be the appearance of Aboriginal Chef David Wolfman on Saturday June 12th.   His popular show “Cooking with the Wolfman” is a favourite on the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network. 

Kingston, Ontario Canada Tourism
Tourism Week in Canada takes place from June 7 - 13. Tourism Week in Canada
is the national celebration that highlights the economic impact and social.
Book Kingston Hotels On line

Muskoka & Toronto, ON, welcome world for G8, G20 summits. | Story ...
As world leaders gather this month (June 25 to 27, 2010) in the Muskoka area for the G8 Summit, and in Toronto for the G20 Summit, the spotlight is on ...
See more on G8 Huntsville Muskoka

National Tourism Week Specials North of Toronto
Celebrate National Tourism Week June north of Toronto with a variety of special getaway and travel deals, Vacation discounts, and getaway travel at inns, resorts and hotels. Tourism Week in Canada: June 7-13, 2010 Tourism Week in Canada is the national celebration that highlights the economic impact and social benefits of Canada’s tourism sector among the media, general public and governments at all levels. See Ontario Tourism Operator Comments about National Tourism Week, and See Ontario Ministry of Tourism & Culture Tourism Week News,

Tourism Hamilton marks Tourism Week in Canada ‎
TravelVideo.tv (press release) - HAMILTON Tourism Hamilton is celebrating Tourism Week in Canada, ... to recognize our impact.†Tourism Week in Canada is the national celebration that ... See what else is happening during Canada's Tourism Week Celebrations. If you are heading north next week for an Ontario Getaway check out the getaway specials, hotel deals and contests North of Toronto

Doors Open Huronia June 4-5 Weekend Ontario's Best Travel Deals For 2010
Visit the Historic Huronia towns of Midland, Penetanguishene, Waverly, Vasey, Victoria Harbour while visiting free historical attractions. Hike or Bike along beautiful Georgian Bay on the Tay Shoreline Trail running running from Highway 400 at Waubaushene to Midland, where you can also see the famous Midland Murals. See more communities with Doors Open Ontario Weekends, where most attractions are FREE in the designated communities. Stay overnight with accommodation in Midland Ontario.

National Canoe Day June 26, 2010
Celebrate National Canoe Day June 26th - Peterborough, Ontario June 26th, 2010 is National Canoe Day. Join events across Canada celebrating the canoe - one of Canada's seven wonders. See more on the Canoe, Choose from more than 20 canoe-kayak getaways.

Boating Ontario Lakes Via Trent-Severn Historic Waterway
Boating north of Toronto vial Lake Ontario or Georgian Bay will take visitors along the Historic Trent-Severn Waterway. The Trent Severn Waterway is a chain of lakes, rivers and canals stretching from Lake Ontario to Georgian Bay. See Trent-Severn towns village, and more information on Ontario Lakes. Also see Boating Ontario for a look at the maps and the lakes, river and Trent Severn route.

Youth Component: About MY SUMMIT 2010 G8-G20
MY SUMMIT 2010 is the official international youth summit that will be held alongside the G8 and the G20 summits. Canada is co-hosting MY SUMMIT 2010 with Global Vision, a not-for profit organization with expertise in youth leadership training.The G8 component of MY SUMMIT 2010 will take place in Muskoka, Ontario, from June 23 to 25.

Ontario, Canada is considered to many to be the gateway for travel to visitors arriving in Canada. Hotel, resort, motel rates and online reservation bookings are available here for visitors to most towns cities and tourist, resort destinations in the Province of Ontario. A selection of hotels from budget to luxury offer a variety of rates, deals, packages, and sometimes what is considered to be cheap hotel getaways depending on the season and the time of the hotel booking.