Tag: Ontario
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I Found a 7-Floor Library Hidden Inside a Mall in Toronto
Discovering the North York Central Library: A Hidden Gem for Studying, Working & Exploring in North York 5120 Yonge St, North York, ON M2N 5N9 · North York Centre Station It had been my intention to find a place to do my work in Toronto, which would be peaceful and accessible. Naturally, libraries were the…
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One Day, Three Neighbourhoods: My Toronto Bloor Street Stroll
Casa Loma · Korea-Town · Yorkville There is something quietly satisfying about waking up early on a free day in the city with no real plan, just a general direction and a willingness to see where the morning takes you. That is exactly how this particular day started for me. No strict itinerary, no rush.…
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Niagara Falls Weekend Getaway: A 2 Days & 1 Night Local’s Guide
A long weekend staycation for GTA locals who haven’t been in a while Earlier this year in April, I packed up and headed to Niagara Falls for a long weekend staycation, and boy, did it turn out to be precisely what I needed after having long winter season. Whereas most people use the long weekend…
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Skylon Tower Niagara Falls Review: A View Worth Going Up For
Location: 5200 Robinson St, Niagara Falls, ON | Visited in April 2026 To be honest, we almost left out the Skylon Tower on our agenda. With stunning views of the waterfall visible from the comfort of our room on the 30th floor, a part of me was wondering whether it was even necessary to have…
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Marriott on the Falls Hotel Review: A Niagara Falls Staycation Worth Taking
Location: 6755 Fallsview Blvd, Niagara Falls, ON | Visited in April 2026 It had been years since we last visited Niagara Falls, and honestly, that felt like reason enough to finally make it happen. We figured that why not do it as a proper staycation before summer crowds hit? We caught it in that in-between…
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TURTLE JACK’S NIAGARA FALLS Review: Niagara Falls’ Spacious Casual Dining with a Catch
Visit Date: Early April 2026, Weekday Noon | Location: 6733 Fallsview Blvd, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3W7 (Next to Marriott on the Falls) Once in a while, you may stumble upon a great spot for having a meal purely out of necessity rather than from careful planning. Our trip to Niagara Falls started off early…
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Toronto Doors Open – Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre: When Free Access Actually Delivers
Visit Date: May 2025 (Doors Open Weekend) | 2026 Dates: May 23-24, 2026Location: 6 Sakura Way, Toronto, ON M3C 1Z5 (Near Eglinton Ave & Don Mills) Toronto’s Doors Open is one of those annual events that sounds great in theory – places, classes and workshops normally restricted to the public opening their doors for free…
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My Favourite Cherry Blossom Spots in Toronto: A Local’s Honest Guide
Visit Season: Mid to Late April through Early May | Best Viewing: Early Mornings before 11 AM As spring starts and the last bit of snow disappears, April is the time when the undeniable question on the most minds of those living in the GTA is: where can we go to witness these beautiful blossoms…
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Healthy Planet Markham West: Ontario’s Hidden Alternative to Your Typical Grocery Store
If you have spent any time in Canada, you have probably encountered Shoppers Drug Mart, the pharmacy and convenience chain found on every corner in malls to the streets, and basically everywhere across the country. It is the go-to place for any quick errands to run since they carry everything from vitamins to snacks to…
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FOREWORD SPECIALTY COFFEE ROASTERS Review: Richmond Hill’s Tiny Coffee Shop That Actually Knows Their Beans
Visit Date: Weekend Morning in 2025 | Location: 111C, 370 Hwy 7, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1A7 Sometimes the best discoveries happen when you’re ridiculously early. I was heading to weekend dim sum in Richmond Hill and arrived way too early trying to secure decent parking. With some time to spare before everyone else showed…
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