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41+ fun things to do in and around Ottawa, April 13 to...

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    41+ fun things to do in and around Ottawa, April 13 to 19

    by Laura Byrne Paquet April 14, 2026
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    I think I’ve rounded up something for just about everyone in this week’s calendar …

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    Heads Up: Chef’s Table, theatre draw, Long Sault Parkway

    by Laura Byrne Paquet April 14, 2026
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    This week’s post has news for gardeners and campers, foodies and nature lovers, parents …

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    See a homegrown movie on National Canadian Film Day

    by Laura Byrne Paquet April 13, 2026
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    National Canadian Film Day falls on April 15. Find out where you can see …

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    Heads Up: Nature retreats, kids’ shows, Outaouais spring fun

    by Laura Byrne Paquet April 6, 2026
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    Sign up for a nature retreat or a writing workshop. Join a free beach …

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What to do AFTER the Ottawa Christmas Market at Lansdowne Park

by Laura Byrne Paquet January 5, 2026

Heading to the Ottawa Christmas Market at Lansdowne Park? Why not make a day …

by Laura Byrne Paquet January 5, 2026

Plan a festive day trip to Kemptville on November 15 and 16!

November 3, 2025
by Laura Byrne Paquet November 3, 2025

Tea at this Ottawa mansion is unforgettably elegant

September 22, 2025
by Laura Byrne Paquet September 22, 2025

Long Sault Parkway: The scenic route you might not know

March 11, 2026
by Laura Byrne Paquet March 11, 2026

Weekends

Get out on the water in South Eastern Ontario!

October 7, 2025
by Laura Byrne Paquet October 7, 2025

Lofts du Village: A posh alternative to hotels in Chelsea, Quebec

March 10, 2023
by Laura Byrne Paquet March 10, 2023

Winter road trip to Montreal: Ski, eat and see art

February 3, 2026
by Laura Byrne Paquet February 3, 2026

Le Boat trip offers new Rideau Canal views

March 19, 2023
by Laura Byrne Paquet March 19, 2023

See 500 dolls at Montreal Barbie Expo

February 19, 2023
by Laura Byrne Paquet February 19, 2023

6 great mother-daughter experiences in Toronto 

August 30, 2022
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Art and culture

See a homegrown movie on National Canadian Film Day

by Laura Byrne Paquet April 13, 2026

National Canadian Film Day falls on April 15. Find out where you can see …

by Laura Byrne Paquet April 13, 2026

Priest’s Mill Arts Centre, Alexandria, Ontario

March 29, 2026
by Laura Byrne Paquet March 29, 2026

Upper Canada Playhouse, Morrisburg

January 23, 2026
by Laura Byrne Paquet January 23, 2026

Museum shows in Ottawa, Eastern Ontario and beyond

January 19, 2026
by Laura Byrne Paquet January 19, 2026

Food and wine

In superb Kingston restaurants, every bite tells a story

by Jane Finn October 26, 2025

Restaurants in Kingston, Ontario, offer tapas, pizza, fine-dining dishes and more—and you can take …

by Jane Finn October 26, 2025

Look what’s brewing in Bath

August 18, 2025
by Jane Finn August 18, 2025

Ottawa’s Tavern cafes offer scenic views and good food

November 6, 2024
by Laura Byrne Paquet November 6, 2024

Food tour is a tasty way to explore Cornwall, Ontario

September 19, 2024
by David Johnson September 19, 2024

Long escapes

Avoid delays by flying non-stop from Ottawa to the sun

by Laura Byrne Paquet August 12, 2025

Prince Edward Island’s best lobster meals

by Katharine Fletcher March 11, 2023

A must-stop for cookie lovers in Victoria, B.C.

by Laura Byrne Paquet March 11, 2023

Canada 150 photo: Building sandcastles at Brackley Beach, P.E.I.

by Laura Byrne Paquet February 18, 2023

Canada 150 photo: Iles de la Madeleine

by Laura Byrne Paquet February 18, 2023

Canada 150 photo: Poetry festival at Edmonton City Hall

by Laura Byrne Paquet November 1, 2023

Adventure

Walk between beautiful Laurentians towns on the P’tit Train du Nord trail

by Laura Byrne Paquet February 13, 2026

Soar to new heights on July 20 at a 2024 Lock & Paddle event!

by Jane Finn August 3, 2024

Immerse yourself in nature in and around Ottawa

by Laura Byrne Paquet April 29, 2023

The fabulous forest views in the Laurentians you MUST see!

by Laura Byrne Paquet April 27, 2023

Mont Morissette in Blue Sea: Short hike, great view

by Laura Byrne Paquet February 18, 2023

7+ eco-friendly adventures in and around Ottawa

by Laura Byrne Paquet April 12, 2023
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