Elf walk, Kemptville comedy, e-book for travel planners, and tips for visiting the Pontiac, Eganville and Petawawa.

Sure, it has the most boring name of any Ottawa neighbourhood—topped only, perhaps, by its original moniker, Upper Town—but Centretown in downtown Ottawa is packed with secrets. I’ve covered a few of ...

Wondering how to celebrate Halloween in Ottawa or within a few hours’ drive of Canada’s capital? Look no further! This post has links to every haunted house, ghost walk, paranormal investigation and ...

Ottawa Christmas markets and craft shows, and similar events across Eastern Ontario and the Outaouais, are a boon for organized people looking for unique gifts in 2026. And if you are really organized ...

Halloween fun is kicking into high gear this week, with multiple communities organizing trick-or-treating events. But that’s not all that’s happening—not by a long shot! From a yarn-and-more crafting ...

Leaf-peeping trips, fall foliage outings, autumn leaves drives…whatever you call them, road trips to enjoy the fall colours in Ontario and Quebec are one of the highlights of the season for many ...

From a house tour in Ottawa and a forest retreat in Kingston to runs in Stittsville and Perth, there’s lots going on this week. Shoppers are spoiled for choice, with multiple vintage fairs, outdoor ...

Looking for a fun country drive for a day trip near Ottawa? I’m going to suggest you point your car to the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SDG). Where? I hear you ask. Good question ...

Pretty fall trail in Algonquin Park, Ottawa Wine Auction, Petrie Island walk, new Ottawa … ...

If you’re looking for a quick day trip from Ottawa that won’t break your gas budget, consider one of these easy day trips to Lanark County. Quiet paddling spots, great food shops, vintage trains and ...

If you’re looking for an easy day trip from Ottawa, the eastern part of the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville is a great place to explore. Read on for two detailed driving itineraries that will ...