Location: Tobermory, Ont. Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 1.5 Guests: 10 Minimum stay: 7 nights Rate: From $357/night About the property This four-bedroom, one-and-a-half bathroom cottage on Lake Huron is just a 10-minute drive from … Continued
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Ontario’s beaches are getting their own personal Roomba this summer. In June, the non-profit Pollution Probe launched BeBot, a beach cleaning robot, at Sibbald Point Provincial Park in Sutton West. … Continued
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If you’ve ever stopped at a “chip wagon” on your way to “cottage country” or sat in a “Muskoka chair” at your “summer cottage,” there’s a good chance you’re a … Continued
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In June, the Floating Accommodations Not Vessels Coalition (FANVC) published a paper outlining ways for Ontario municipalities to regulate or restrict floating accommodations. Floating accommodations have become a sticking point … Continued
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Around 9 p.m. on June 21, a thunderstorm descended on Northern Ontario communities east of Lake Nipissing. Devastating winds ripped trees from the ground, damaging homes, vehicles, and businesses. By … Continued
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In 2018, Stephanie and Mike Haas rented a friend’s cottage in Marmora, Ont., for a week with their young son Benjamin, who was five years old at the time; Mike’s … Continued
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169 Lakewood Drive, Blue Mountains, Ont. Lake: Georgian Bay Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Lot size: 114 ft. by 156.2 ft. List price: $1,489,000 Date listed: May 16, 2025 Realtor: Justin … Continued
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When you picture the perfect summer day at the cottage, chances are it starts on the dock. Morning coffees with a misty lake view, paddleboard launches at noon, or a … Continued
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Fishers, often colloquially called “fisher cats,” are fascinating but misunderstood creatures. They belong to the weasel family (Mustelidae) and are known for their agility, hunting prowess, and important ecological role. … Continued
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Whether you’re grouting or re-grouting ceramic tiles, the task can seem daunting if you’ve never held a grout float. Here are six tips for great grouting. 1. Instead of re-grouting, … Continued
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As flooding and other climate-related events intensify, the Canadian government is strengthening its flood mitigation strategies. On June 18, the federal government announced that it would be investing $6.8 million … Continued
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With political and economic tensions between Canada and the U.S. at an all-time high, Burlington, Vermont is extending a symbol of solidarity. The U.S. city is temporarily renaming a popular … Continued
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