Kingston is located in Eastern Ontario. It’s approximately 260 kilometers (165 miles) from Toronto, travelling east, or approximately 195 kilometers (121 miles) west of Ottawa. Easiest driving access is via Highway 401, but the most scenic (if not lengthy!) drive is via Highway 2. The last …
Explore Canada | From the Rockies to the Maritimes
From coastal British Columbia to the lakes of Ontario—and onward to the rugged beauty of Canada’s Atlantic coast—this country offers endless ways to feel at home. Explore mountain trails, seaside towns, and the stories behind iconic Canadian destinations, from the Rockies to the Maritimes.
Builder Finds New (and Improved!) Way to Advertise
In this economy we don’t hear much from builders because it’s a particularly tough real estate market for them. Recently, I spent Canada Day in Ontario, in a small tourist town called Wasaga Beach. Town Council cut backs included reducing the number of holidays in which they set off …
Toronto
Toronto’s history dates back, long before Europeans came to settle Canada. It initially was a meeting place for First Nations people (North American Indians) and has a protected harbour that the French and British also used for trade and settlements. Toronto is derived from the Huron word for …
Provincial Park Camping with Dad
I wrote this on Father’s Day and in celebration of all the great things fathers do for their children, I thought I’d share my most memorable times camping with Dad. Living in Ontario, we spent every summer camping. I have camped in many (if not all!) provincial and national …
My Pick for Canada’s 10 Most Romantic Locations
I’ve had the good fortune of travelling across most of Canada and here are my best picks for Canada’s 10 Most Romantic Locations. They made me want to stay and breathe in the beauty with that special someone. Keep in mind that I’m not just referring to Valentine’s Day. If you want true romance in …
Barrie, Ontario: Gateway to Muskoka
Growing up in Toronto, Barrie, Ontario was the gateway to Muskoka, a fantastic wonderland of never ending lakes, rocks and summer fun. In the winter it was minutes away from some of the best places to ski in Ontario. After moving to Wasaga Beach, Barrie became the marker that we were …
