The French River Trading Post – A Northern Ontario Legacy

The French River Trading Post – A Northern Ontario Legacy

When you’re cruising up to cottage country this summer be sure to make a stop at the French River Trading Post, one of Canada’s oldest and most famous gift shops. For almost 60 years, the French River Trading Post has been a must-visit destination where road tripping...
The Ultimate Sudbury Travel Itinerary

The Ultimate Sudbury Travel Itinerary

Sudbury is a very underrated destination in Ontario. Nestled around the small, rocky mountains that form the Canadian Shield, the city features many attractions showcasing its unique geographic composition. In Sudbury, visitors can discover its rich history of nickel...
Schools on Wheels – Forgotten Travelling Classrooms

Schools on Wheels – Forgotten Travelling Classrooms

In July of 2012, a crowd of onlookers gathered beside a most unusual museum in Clinton, Ontario. They were there to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the rescue of a rail passenger coach which for four decades served as a travelling classroom in Northeastern Ontario....
Pow Wows 101 – Everything You Need to Know!

Pow Wows 101 – Everything You Need to Know!

“Hey, want to go to a Pow wow today?” I asked my daughter as we tucked into pancakes at Manitoulin Hotel and Conference Centre. The ladies at the next table had announced that the Zhiibaahaasing First Nation, the small reserve on the western end of the island, were...
City Chic Coffee Houses

City Chic Coffee Houses

Yes, rest assured there’s some good brew in the Northeastern Ontario and in this BIG MUG coffee roundup, I sniff out and sip beyond the 100+ Timmies’ to find you coffee houses with fresh-roasted, fairly-traded drips of joy. I’ve hunted for roast masters who are...
Alpacas, Moose, and Bears, Oh My!

Alpacas, Moose, and Bears, Oh My!

Northeastern Ontario is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and animal lovers, offering a plethora of wildlife adventures for the young and old. If you are wondering what to do with your family, there are three wildlife experiences not to be missed: Dream Acres Alpacas,...