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Summer has arrived bringing with it count-less festivals and events across Toronto for people to enjoy.

Whether it’s music, dancing, food or family fun you are looking for, the City of Toronto produces a wide array of activities to choose from across the city. Doors Open Toronto, the city-wide celebration of Toronto’s architectural heritage. Get an inside peek at many of Toronto’s iconic buildings across the city when they open their doors to the public (May 28 & 29). Admission is free. Visit toronto.ca/doorsopen for a list of participating venues.

Sunday Serenades is a free concert series tak-ing place at Mel Lastman Square featuring live music, and dancing under the stars (July 10 –August 21).

Fresh Wednesdays (July 13 – August 31) and Tasty Thursdays (July 14 – September 1), take place at Nathan Phillips Square starting at noon. These weekly events are ideal for those looking for live music, fresh produce or food hot off the grill. Summerlicious, presented by American Ex-press, returns for its ninth year (July 8 – 24), of-fering the perfect way to enjoy a delicious meal at a great price. Food lovers may just discover a new favourite place to dine with 150 fine-dining restaurants serving three-course prix-fixe menus, throughout the city.

Visit www.toronto.ca/summerlicious for a list of participating restaurants and menus. Commu-nity produced celebrations of all kinds are hap-pening throughout the city all summer long. Festival lovers will enjoy the 19th Annual Ko-rean Dano Spring Festival, showcasing music, food and so much more (June 3 & 4) at Christie Pits Park.

The popular annual Woofstock Festival returns this summer. This large outdoor event in the St. Lawrence Market Neighbourhood is for dogs and the people who love them (June 11 & 12).

The annual International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) festival and awards will make their de-but in Toronto (June 23 – 25). Watch for IIFA ‘BUZZ’ events around the Greater Toronto Area celebrating South Asian culture, dance, film and music.

If it’s the great outdoors you’re seeking, take a ferry boat ride to Toronto Island and enjoy the sights and sounds of the 23rd Toronto Interna-tional Dragon Boat Race Festival (June 25 & 26).

This is just a sample of all the great things hap-pening in the city this summer. For more in-formation on these and other events to enjoy across Toronto, visit the City of Toronto’s event calendar at www.toronto.ca/eventcalendar to plan your summer fun today.

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in partnership with CTV, our official television sponsor. Our 40th anniversary season begins Saturday, May 21 and is jam-packed with exciting special events and a record number of over 2,000 live performances ranging from concerts to buskers and mariachi bands throughout the park all summer long. To keep the fun going, we are also staying open for evenings throughout the summer.

This year, the fun just won’t end. With over 30 exhilarating rides and attractions like GoZone, Soak City, Toronto’s only downtown water park, is expanding with Topsy Turvy, a new award-winning, two-person tube ride. The popular water park also now features a sand beach, lounge pool and a stage all right at the water’s edge overlooking Lake Ontario.

The fun continues in our Cinesphere where the world’s first permanent IMAX® goes 3D. After major renovations which include the installation of an IMAX® 3D film projector, the new Cinesphere will now offer regularly scheduled full-length Hollywood feature films such as Avatar and U2 3D. These feature films will accompany Cinesphere’s usual line-up of popular educational short film documentaries that include Hubble and Bugs! for 2011, all in IMAX® 3D.

The 40th anniversary celebrations continue with a trip down memory lane in Through the Decades, a four-week event celebrating popular culture from the last 40 years. Held in the evenings, Through the Decades begins July 14 and each week will celebrate a different decade: the ‘70s, ‘80s, ‘90s and 2000s. Signature events and entertainment will highlight the best music, movies and fashion from each decade. Numerous special events and cultural celebrations will also be happening throughout the entire season, including a jaw-dropping fireworks display on Canada Day and the popular De Caribana Lime on July 31 and August 1, which celebrates Ontario’s ethnic diversity.

This year also marks our first-ever extended fall season – a whole two months extra – until November 13. In October, we will present the Fall Harvest Festival, which takes

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place every weekend in October on our West Island. It will includes a pumpkin patch, tractor rides, mazes, live entertainment, arts and crafts and a farmer’s market with fresh produce grown by farmers across Ontario.

The park is fully operational seven days a week from June 9 to September 5. After Labour Day, the park will be fully operational on weekends (except for the waterpark) and on weekdays, the park will be open for walking the grounds or watching a 3D movie in Cinesphere.

For more information about Ontario Place and our 40th anniversary celebrations, please visit www.ontarioplace.com or call 416-314-9900 or 1-866-ONE-4-FUN (outside of the GTA). Group discounts are available through the Group Sales Department at 416-314-9933.

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Are we there yet?The question that inevitably comes up in every family road trip is dreaded for a reason. Keeping your children occupied and entertained in the confinement of a vehicle can be challenging and tiring.

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You can purchase the help of electronic gadgets such as iPhones, DVD players or gaming devices. But finding creative ways to entertain your children doesn’t have to burn a hole in your pocket. Planning ahead with these tips in mind will keep you, your children and your wallet happy.

STimUlATE ThEir brAiNSBringing reading material and activity/colouring books are great inexpensive ways to keep your child’s brain stimulated. If you are on a tight budget, print pages off the Internet and compile them in a Duo-Tang or a folder. Visit your local library before leaving and let each of your children pick out a few books. To keep everything organized, pack individual backpacks filled with their books of choice. GET crEATivE wiTh TrAvEl GAmES Make the trip go faster for the whole family by playing travel games. Look up a few games on the Internet, print the instructions and have them on hand when you feel that dreaded question about to leave the lips of one of your kids. Twenty questions, scavenger hunt, licence plate lingo, and I Spy are a few classics.

lET ThEm ExPlOrE ThEir iNNEr PhOTOGrAPhErDisposable cameras are quick, easy to use and — most of all — cheap. There are usually 24 to 36 exposures so challenge your child to think hard about what they want to capture on cam. Giving your child a camera not only

helps bring out their creative side, but thinking about what photo they want to take next will keep their brains occupied. Having a camera in their hands could also be a practice in responsibility.

mAkE ThE mOST OUT OF PiT STOPS When you hit a certain town, let your child pick a post card to send to a friend or a family member. For a few dollars, this collaborative activity will make them feel important and less likely to act out.Frequent washroom stops are unavoidable, but make the most of the open space by letting your children stretch and run around. This will lower their energy level by the time they get a chance to sit back down in the car.

chOOSE ThE riGhT SNAckS Sitting in the car all day can make your child feel sluggish and irritable. Pack snacks such as bananas, trail mix and sports drinks to keep your child energized. Bring a cooler with plenty of water and refreshing icy treats such as fruit popsicles and freezies.

USE ThE POwEr OF mUSicBring some of your child’s favourite music along for the ride. Playing songs they like will get them in a good mood. Singing along and dancing will not only get them moving but can also lower their energy levels.On the contrary, bring the noise level down a few notches by bringing slow music that can help calm them down and lull them into a nap.

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On the brow of a hill over-looking the city, a 98-room castle dominates

the skyline- Casa Loma. Explore the former home of Sir Henry Pel-latt featuring unique architecture, beautifully furnished rooms, se-cret passages, towers, and an 800-foot tunnel to luxurious stables.

This Edwardian landmark is com-plete with soaring ceilings, rich wood carving, sumptuous marble and luminous stained glass. Five acres of beautiful estate gardens surround the castle and offer spar-kling fountains, unique sculpture and dazzling displays of rare an-nuals and perennials that change with the seasons. Self-guided multimedia tours are provided in English, French, German, Japa-nese, Spanish, Italian, Korean and Mandarin.

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Step aboard Kingston classic ships for the sights, sounds and tastes of the Thousand

Islands. Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises’ theme is Food, Fun & Entertain-ment Ships, every day, offering the widest range of options in the Is-lands from sightseeing to fine din-ing. Going beyond the sights, enjoy the ambiance onboard with live mu-sic, entertainment and a range of unique events from wine tastings and fireworks to comedy and musi-cal variety - Big Band to Blues . The focus of the company is hos-pitality and dining maximizing the enjoyment of the Islands and pro-viding the highest level of service to our passengers

Fantasy Fair is Ontario’s Larg-est Indoor Amusement Park. Located inside Woodbine

Shopping Centre, Fantasy Fair ca-ters to children ages 3 to 11 with attractions such as rollercoaster, train, carousel and giant 3-level Play Village, midway games, family arcade & more! Fantasy Fair hosts FREE novelty shows regularly - visit website www.fantasyfair.ca for details. Fantasy Fair is a fun-filled place for the whole family. Open 12PM - 7PM Monday, (Tuesday - June - August ONLY) Wednesday, Thursday. Open 11AM - 7PM Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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The sun is the giver of heat, light and day. Positive ben-efits of the sun include vitamin D and higher mood lev-els. However, it is commonly known that the sun can be a powerful source of damage to the largest organ in the hu-man body — the skin. In the busy, activity-packed months of summer, it may be easy to forget about sun safety, but taking a few simple steps now will provide long-term ben-efits.

wEAr A hAT Putting on a broad-brimmed hat will not only protect the skin on the face but it will also shade the eyes. Extra care should be taken for the skin on the face, as it is thinner and more delicate compared to the rest of the body. bE miNDFUl OF ThE SUN’S PEAk hOUrSThe sun is at its peak between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to stay out of the sun during these hours. If it is unavoidable, cover exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts and pants instead of shorts.

AlwAyS wEAr SPFEven on a cool, overcast day, the sun’s rays still seep through the clouds. Apply 15 to 30 minutes before and after sun exposure. Make sure the SPF in your sunscreen is at least 15 and has both UVA and UVB protection. Don’t like the sticky feeling of sunscreen? Use a spray, which dis-perses thin, even layers. There are also many body lotions on the market that mix SPF into their formula.

AvOiD TANNiNGAchieving the “healthy” bronzed look is still possible with-out having to cook under the sun all day. A tan is a result of melanin pigment being produced by the skin to pro-tect against UV damage. Symptoms of sun damage could be dry and leathery skin, freckles, fine lines, moles, and premature aging. Instead of soaking up the sun try self-tanners or gradual tan moisturizers, which are risk free.

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Summer Family ProgrammingHarbourfront Centre is your family hot spot. We offer kid-friendlyprogramming all summer long, most of it FREE!

Full Summer Schedule at harbourfrontcentre.comWhile you’re there, sign up for our HarbourKIDS newsletter!

Here are a few highlights:

HarbourKIDSFeaturing The Toronto International Circus Festival co-produced with A three-day festival for kids under 12.May 21–23, 11am–5pm

Summer CampsWith over 45 camps, we’ve got something for everyone.July 4–September 2

Weekend FestivalsEnjoy kid’s programming at 3pm every Sunday, all summer.July 1–September 4

If you ever wanted to join the circus, come to Har-

bourKIDS: Circus featuring the Toronto International Circus Festival from may 21 to 23, 2011. HarbourKIDS: Circus is part of Harbour-front Centre’s free art and culture events for kids under the age of 12 and their fami-lies. Learn clown tricks, hang upside on silks, bounce on a trampoline and show others your hidden talents at Cir-cus School. You’re invited to clown around at the Natrel® Clown Club and watch some of the best circus perform-ers in the world like Circa and the Canadian National Youth Circus as they do mind-blowing tricks and daredevil stunts. After all that excitement, visit the LEGO® Funhouse where you can be an architect, learn about the history of the circus, or take a picture dressed as a clown to show your friends. Come to HarbourKIDS: Circus and experience the greatest show on earth!

Named one of the “Top 50 Spas” by SpasofAmerica.com for both 2009 & 2010, Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain offers the renowned Scandinavian Baths

experience. Situated in a natural forest, minutes from down-town Collingwood & Blue Mountain Resort, open all year from 10am-9pm, enjoy the serenity of the environment. The Baths include a Finnish Sauna, Eucalyptus Steam Room, Thermal & Nordic Waterfalls, Hot Baths, Cold Plunges & relaxation areas. Guests can rejuvenate and in-vigorate themselves by warming up the body in a hot bath, sauna or steam room. Here guests open their pores and start to release negative toxins. Then, by plunging in the cold water environments, they rinse off the negative toxins and close the pores of the skin. Also available are Registered Massage treatments including Swedish, Hot Stone & Sports Massage treatments. The Spa promotes relaxing packages and partners up with near-by accommodators for overnight getaways. Walk-in guests are welcome to eat at the on-site bistro which serves healthy, local fare.

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by Agnes ramos Summer festivals don’t have to be confined to the regular run-of-the-mill events in the city. This year, get out of your comfort zone and explore the sur-rounding areas of Toronto. There is an abundance of festivals that vary from the usual to the outrageous just outside the city that guarantees to break your annual summer fest cycle.

Celebrate the tastes and sounds of the globe at the carassauga Festival of cultures in Mississauga, just west of the City of Toronto. Running from June 3-5, the festival is Ontario’s largest multicultural fes-tival boasting over 25 pavilions representing over 64 countries. Visit www.carassauga.com to learn more about the festival.

Cheese lovers unite at the Great canadian cheese Festival. Cheese connoisseurs and culinary enthu-

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siasts will get together, on June 4 and June 5, to celebrate Canadian artisan cheese. Wine, beer, cider and artisanal food sampling is guaranteed to satisfy any palate. The festival held annually in the beautiful Prince Edward County located in southeastern Ontario, is an hour and a half drive from Toronto. Visit www.cheesefestival.ca for more event information.

Learn about Celtic culture at the Union-ville celtic Festival from June 8–10. Live bands on Main street will be kick-ing the festival off on Friday night fol-lowed by a Saturday night “ceilidh”, a Gaelic word for social gathering. Dance Sunday night away with an Irish “feis”, meaning arts and culture festival, which showcases Irish dance competitors. Unionville located near Highway 404 and Highway 7 is a 20-minute drive from downtown Toronto. For more in-formation, call the Unionville BIA at 905-477-0117 or e-mail at [email protected].

Indulge your sense of hearing at the annual cicada Fest in St. Catharine’s, located west of the city in the Niagara region. The three-day music festival has featured impressive lineups of mu-sicians from all over Canada, the Unit-

ed States and the United Kingdom. To name a few, Juno winner Julian Fauth, Canadian Folk Music winner Ariana Gil-lis and Texas Music Award winners The Dust Devils have all taken the stage in previous years. Head over to www.cicadafest.com for more info.

Enjoy the spirit of the Caribbean Is-land at the annual caribfest in Barrie, between August 12 and August 14. The event promises food vendors, live entertainment, art and merchandise, along with non-stop dancing to reg-gae, calypso, steel pan and soca music. But a parade extending into downtown Barrie featuring vibrant dazzling cos-

tumes will be the highlight of the fes-tival. Visit www.caribfest.ca for more information.

If you’re looking for some good “Olde Tyme” fun check out the binder Twine Festival in Kleinburg held annually on the first Saturday after Labour Day. The most popular activity of the day calls for eligible “young ladies”, age 16 and upward, to compete in the Queen contest where they call a hog, flip pan-cakes, hammer nails and milk a cow to win the title. It is guaranteed to be a fun-filled day of food, entertainment, crafts and activities for the whole fami-ly. Kleinburg is just a stone’s throw away north of Toronto in the City of Vaughan.

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Catch a glimpse of years past with Fort George and Fort Niagara while traversing the same waterways

used during the War of 1812. Hear about the history from the on board river guide who recounts events in the area, points of interest, the mechanics of the Jet Boat and thoroughly entertains passengers and maintains their safety and comfort while on board. Ride into the swift moving current as the gorge walls climb on either side of the boat to 200 feet above.

See the power plants and watch the turbines roar as we cruise past at 80 km/h. The ultimate destination is the legendary Whirlpool, just a short distance below the turbulent water of one of the natural wonders of the world, mighty Niagara Falls. The anticipation builds as we head on back down through the rapids and introduce passengers to the power and excitement of the River ….. Gear up and get ready … this is something you have to try for yourself.www.whirlpooljet.com

With extraordinary lodging just steps away from dozens of dining, shopping and

recreation options, Blue Mountain Resort is a summer getaway destination to be considered.

Known to many as Ontario’s premiere ski and snowboard destination, Blue Mountain has created a year-round recreational playground with the addition of many summer activities on the resort property and events in the Village at Blue.

“There is never a dull moment at Blue,” says Village at Blue marketing manager Patti Kendall. “The quaint atmosphere of the village paired with the natural scenery makes it feel as if you have

escaped to a different country.”

Adding to this is the unique design of the popular village accommodations and the lively outdoor restaurant patios. The Village at Blue also hosts many popular events throughout the summer, including SALSA at Blue Mountain and the Peak to Shore Music & Arts Festival, which have been recognized as two of Ontario’s best festivals.

There are also plenty of activities for people seeking a more adventurous getaway. Ridge Runner, which is Ontario’s first mountain coaster, carries riders down a track that cuts through the trees of the Niagara Escarpment at speeds up to 42 km/h. Visitors to the resort can also make their way down the mountain via numerous hiking and biking trails. Other sport-oriented activities available include kayaking at Blue Mountain’s private beach or playing a challenging round at the award-winning Monterra Golf.

A day full of activities is made complete

by staying in one of 900 accommodation units available at Blue Mountain, which range from hotel rooms, village suites or mountain homes. Guests can save by packaging accommodations with recreation activities or by booking multiple nights. Visit www.bluemountain.ca or call 877-445-0231 for more information on accommodation and recreation options at Blue Mountain, your new summer escape.

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by Agnes ramos

Looking to go on a vacation this summer? Thinking of going on a road trip? If you own a smartphone, you’re in luck. Name your travel needs and chances are, there is an “app” for that. Gone are the days when piles of itinerary papers, directions, restaurant or hotel brochures, and huge maps that never seem to fold the right way again burdened your supposed vacation.In the new age of technology, it only makes sense to enhance your travels with applications ready to aid you in a touch of a button. Just don’t forget to bring your car charger.

GAS BuDDyThis app helps you make the most out of your dollar, despite today’s rising gas prices. Compatible with almost every phone with Internet, Gas Buddy lists the cheapest gas prices based on your location within North America.

TALK TO METhe speech-to-speech Android app aims to get rid of any language barriers that may occur during your trip. It takes whatever language you use with it and speaks back to you in your chosen translated language.

TRIP JOuRNALEnabling you to document your entire vacation on an electronic journal, it keeps track of your travel routes, photos, videos and blog entries as well as stats such as distance, time and geography traveled. The app is integrated with social network sites such as Facebook, Flickr, YouTube and Twitter so that sharing with friends and family is quick and convenient.

WHERE DO KIDS EAT FREE TODAy?Although kids’ meals tend to be inexpensive, kids never finish their meals anyway. Restaurants offering kids eat free days have grown increasingly. Lower your trip costs by finding out which restaurants nearby offer free kids meals for what days.

yELP The website that listed customer reviews for places to eat, shop and relax now has an app. Compatible with most phones, this app can help lead you to great restaurants, shops and activities while steering you away from the not-so-great. WHERE Much like the Yelp app, this app is designed to give you a list of local businesses to heighten your trip experience. The app also lists local deals and recommends places based on your preferences.

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COLLINGWOOD/BLUE MOUNTAIN AREABlue Mountain Resort108 Jozo Weider Blvd. 877-445-0231www.bluemountain.ca

Collingwood Museum45 St. Paul St., PO Box 556, Collingwood, ON L9Y [email protected]

Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain152 Grey Rd. 21, Blue Mountains, ON L9Y 0K8705-443-8484www.scandinaveblue.com

Scenic Caves Nature Adventures260 Scenic Caves Rd., Collingwood, ON L9Y 3Z5705-446-0256www.sceniccaves.com

Village at Blue Mountain11 km east of ThornburyAug. 12–14: Featuring the Peak to Shore Music & Art Festival, 6 Stages and 16 bands at The Village at Blue Mountain, Collingwood and Thornbury705-445-0231www.villageatblue.com

Wasaga BeachSandy beach and forested park on Georgian Bay with swimming, hiking, historic site, jazz concerts and military re-enactmentswww.ontarioparks.com/english/wasa.html

EASTERN ON1000 Islands Cruises1 Brock St. (Departure dock), Kingston, ON800-848-0108www.ktic.ca

Bowmanville Zoo 340 King St. E., Bowmanville ON, L1C 3K5 905-623-5655 www.bowmanvillezoo.com

Canadian Museum of CivilizationAcross Ottawa River from Parliament Buildings, Ottawa100 Laurier St., Gatineau, Quebec K1A 0M8www.civilization.ca/cmc/home

Canadian War Museum1 Vimy Pl., Ottawa, ON K1A 0M8www.warmuseum.ca/cwm/home

Ottawa Tourism1-888-OTTAWA-8www.ottawatourism.ca

Petroglyphs Provincial Park2249 Northey’s Bay Rd., Woodview, ON K0L 3E0705-877-2552www.Ontarioparks.com/English/petr.html

GOLDEN HORSESHOERoyal Botanical Gardens680 Plains Rd. W., Burlington, ON L7T 4H41-800-694-4769905-527-1158www.rbg.ca

Wild Waterworks 585 Van Wagners Beach Rd., Hamilton, ON L8E 3L8 1-800-555-8775, ext. 5007 www.conservationhamilton.ca/wild-waterworks

NIAGARA PENINSULACanadian Niagara Hotels ( Falls Avenue Resort ) 5685 Falls Avenue, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6W7 905-374-4444 www.niagarafallshotels.com

Clifton Hill Niagara Falls Box 60, 4946 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6S8 905-358-3676 www.cliftonhill.com

Fort George National Historic Site26 Queen’s Parade, Box 787, Niaga ra-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0905 468-4257www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/on/fortgeorge.aspx

Marineland 7657 Portage Road, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X8 905-356-9565www.marineland.ca

Shaw Festival TheatreBox 774, 10 Queen’s Parade, Niagara-On-The-Lake, ON L0S 1J01-800-511-7429www.shawfest.com

Whirlpool Jet Boat ToursPO Box 1215, 61 Melville St., Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J01-888-438-4444www.whirlpooljet.com

Wineries of Niagara-on-the-Lake25 wineries with tours, tastings, festivals and wine for purchasewww.wineriesofniagaraonthelake.com

NORTHERN ONAgawa Canyon Tour Train 129 Bay St., Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 6Y2 800-242-9287www.agawatrain.com

Algonquin ParkNatural, cultural, and recreational features including hiking, camping, canoeing, fishing, wildlife, logging

museumAlgonquin Park Visitor Centre, Highway 60 (13 km inside the East Gate), Whitney, ON K0J 2M0(613) 637-2828www.algonquinpark.on.ca

Science North (science centre)100 Ramsey Lake Rd., Greater Sudbury, ON P3E 5S9705-522-3701www.sciencenorth.ca

SOUTHWESTERN ONAfrican Lion Safari 1386 Cooper Road, Cambridge, ON N1R 5S2 (1-800)-461-WILD www.lionsafari.com

Storybook Gardens1958 Storybook Lane, London, ON N6K 4Y6519-661-5770www.storybook.london.ca

Stratford Shakespeare FestivalP.O. Box 520, Stratford, ON N5A 6V2519-271-4040 www.stratfordfestival.ca

TORONTO & GTAIn Toronto call 311 or visitwww.toronto.ca/special_events

Art Gallery of Ontario317 Dundas St. W., Toronto, Ontario M5T 1G4416-979-6648www.ago.net McMichael Canadian Art Collection10365 Islington Ave., Vaughan, Ontario L0J 1C0905-893-1121www.mcmichael.com

Bata Shoe Museum327 Bloor St. W., Toronto, ON M5S 1W7416-979-7799www.batashoemuseum.ca

Canada’s Wonderland9580 Jane Street, Vaughan, ON L6A1S6905-832-7000www.canadaswonderland.com

Canadian National ExhibitionExhibition Place, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3416-263-3800www.TheEx.comAug. 19–Sept. 5 only

TORONTO ZOOLocated North of Hwy 401 and Meadowvale Guest Services: 416-392-5929 www.torontozoo.com

Casa Loma One Austin Terrace, Toronto, ON M5R 1X8 416-923-1171 www.casaloma.org

CN TOWER301 Front Street W.Toronto, ON M5V 2T6416.868.6937www.cntower.ca

Fantasy Fair500 Rexdale Blvd, Etobicoke, ON M9W 6K5416-674-5437www.fantasyfair.ca

Harbourfront Centre 235 Queens Quay W., Toronto, ON M5J 2G8 416-973-4000 www.harbourfrontcentre.com

Hockey Hall of Fame Brookfield Place, 30 Yonge St., Toronto, ON 416-360-7765 www.hhof.com

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament 10 Dufferin St., Exhibition Place, Toronto, ON M6K 3C31-888-WE-JOUSTwww.medievaltimes.com

Ontario Place 955 Lake Shore Blvd. W., Toronto, ON M6K 3B9 416-314-9900 www.ontarioplace.com

Ontario Science Centre770 Don Mills Rd., Toronto, ON M3C 1T31-888-696-1110www.OntarioSciencecentre.ca

Royal Ontario Museum100 Queen’s Park, Toronto, ON M5S 2C6416-586-8000www.rom.on.ca

Toronto FCBMO Field, 170 Princes’ Blvd., Toronto, ON M6K 3C3416-360-GOALwww.torontofc.ca

Toronto Maple LeafsAir Canada Centre40 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5J 2S2416-872-5000www.mapleleafs.com

Toronto MarliesRicoh Coliseum100 Princes’ Blvd., Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 416 597-PUCKwww.marlies.ca

Toronto RaptorsAir Canada Centre40 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5J 2S2416 366-DUNKwww.raptors.com

Wild Water Kingdom 7855 Finch Ave. W., Brampton, ON, L6T 0B21-866-794-9453 / 905.794.0565www.wildwaterkingdom.com

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