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New summer chamber music festival in Edmonton
The Edmonton Chamber Music Society is adding a new note to Edmonton’s cultural scene with the launch of a three-day chamber music festival....
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Smoked meat and bagels - true Montréal traditions To Montrealers, the best bagels and tastiest smoked meat can be found only in their city. Whether or not that’s a viable claim, the fact remains
Nova Scotia visitors will be pleasantly surprised Yes, there are lighthouses and fishing villages just as pictured on the Nova Scotia postcards and calendars.
Ontario Science Museum showcases story of the Titanic Titanic: The Artifacts Exhibition is on show at the Ontario Science Centre in Toronto until January 6, 2008. The exhibition showcases
Yukon: A destination larger than life From the air, the view is absolutely amazing. Imagine – vast wilderness with rolling mountains and winding turquoise rivers. This, my friend, is a hint of Canada's Yukon Territory – a pristine, magical destination to explore.
Unusual side of Manitoba awaits discovery From remarkable wildlife to historical oddities and more, the province of Manitoba has its share of unusual aspects to interest the visitor.
Québec City celebrates 400th anniversary in 2008 Four hundred years already! In 1608 the French adventure on North American soil began at the site of “Kébec,”
Toronto museums are a “must-see” for visitors Several years ago a friend advised me that if I visited Toronto, there were two attractions I should not miss: the Royal Ontario Museum and the BATA Shoe Museum.
Tall ships to visit Halifax next summer
Next summer, just as in days of yore, the flap of sails and the creak of cordage will be heard as square rigged sailing ships arrive in Halifax Harbour.
Canada's eight priceless wonders
The Seven Wonders of the World are old news to Canadians, who recently voted on Canada's own seven wonders
Museum of Civilization exhibition highlights ancient city
The ancient city of Petra and its people are the subject of PETRA: Lost City of Stone,
Wildlife watching in New Brunswick's Bay of Fundy
Captain Peter Wilcox of Sea Watch Tours gave us strange directions: "Be careful on
Discover life at the Ontario Science Centre
Every day in the news there are stories about scientific breakthroughs in the life sciences Quebec Winter Carnival is all fired up! In Quebec, there is always a festival somewhere – and in winter Quebec hosts the biggest and the best-known winter carnival in the world. Relax and enjoy the spectacular fall colours at secluded lodge near Algonquin Visitors seeking the beautiful fall colours and tranquility of Ontario's north will rest easy: the region has been voted one of the Toronto Stars' top 10 viewing locations in Ontario. Romance the rails with your fingertips The summer is in full swing and so is the travel season as Canadians take advantage of the long-awaited warm breezes and sunny skies. Quebec City The summer is in full swing and so is the travel season as Canadians take advantage of the long-awaited warm breezes and sunny skies. In each region of the country there are a host of creative, fun destinations for everything from a day trip to a summer-long getaway. New luxury rail tours offered in the East New luxury rail tours in Eastern Canada and the Northeastern U.S. are being offered by the Acadian Railway Company beginning in June. Jazz festivals taking place coast to coast Planning to do some travelling in Canada this year? If you are a jazz fan you might want to tailor your touring plans to take in a festival or two. Birding takes flight in Manitoba Inspired by the promise of a birder's paradise, nature lovers are packing their binoculars and flocking to Manitoba. Exploring Nunavut Canada's newest territory On April 1, 1999, Canada as we knew it was no more. The Northwest Territories was divided in two parts, with the resulting new territory called Nunavut, which means "our land" in Inuktitut, the language of Inuit. The western arctic will still be known as the Northwest Territories. Atlantic provinces have many charms for visitors Spectacular coastlines, delicious seafood, a rich sense of history and friendly, hospitable people, these and more are what Canada's Atlantic provinces offer to visitors. While Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island û share these features, each has its own distinctive charms. Eating well in the Atlantic provinces Canada's Atlantic provinces have much to offer visitors, including spectacular scenery, friendly people and a wealth of history. When travelling in Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island you will also find plenty of opportunities to eat well -- especially if you are a seafood fancier.
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