As our neighbours to the south see visitor numbers declining, Canada is positioning itself as a go-to tourism destination for both locals and foreigners. In a press conference at the … Continued
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Straight from the pages of Cottage Life: these 5 simple tricks will make your DIY jobs at the lake easier. And that means more time to relax on the deck … Continued
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It may look pretty, but the emerald ash borer is a killer. These insects kill ash trees by gobbling up their nutrients. First, as larvae, when the bugs hatch and … Continued
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What can I use to rid my composite deck of pine sap? We have a lot of trees and a lot of sap.—Patricia Anderson, via email There are plenty of … Continued
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Not all lake legends are human. “When my husband was a kid and visiting his grandparents’ cottage on Lac Pemichangan, Que., he invented a lake monster,” cottager Laura M. told … Continued
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Potholes, congestion, poor road signs—our most-dreaded drives are almost always marked by these steering-wheel-gripping features. Though there’s little we can do about the incessant traffic on the drive home from … Continued
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Canada is known for lots of stuff. Poutine. Hockey. Maple syrup. The Ryans (Reynolds and Gosling). But it’s also known for its hugeness. It covers 9.9 million square kilometres, making … Continued
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890 Mazinaw Lake, Ont. Lake: Mazinaw Lake Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Lot size: 2 lots, 2.1 acres total (1,356 sq. ft.) Frontage: 554 feet Asking price: $930,000 Taxes: $4,398 Date … Continued
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By the Cottage Coach Outdoor cooking has come a long way from burgers and foil-wrapped potatoes. With the right gear, you can pull off dishes that rival your indoor kitchen … Continued
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1120 English Circle, Highlands East, Ont. Lake: Tamarack Lake Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Lot size: 1.71 acres List price: $399,000 Date listed: June 6, 2025 Realtor: Kim Elrick This two-bedroom, … Continued
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Muskoka residents are voicing concerns about a new development slated for the shores of Lake Muskoka. On May 27, Zeidler Architecture and Cliff Bay Resorts and Residences hosted a Zoom … Continued
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Despite Indigenous protests, pleas for endangered species, and a late-night filibuster, Ontario’s Bill 5 received royal assent on June 5. Known as the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, … Continued
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