Imagine a place with nearly limitless interconnected waterways. Where thousands of rivers, locks, and lakes combine to create a world-class boating experience—with world-class scenery, too. Sail through the 1000 Islands, past pink quartzite cliffs in Georgian Bay, and alongside the landscapes that inspired Canada's Group of Seven artists. With well-appointed marinas, municipal docks, waterfront restaurants and lodgings, as well as remote lakes where you can truly get an off-the-grid experience, Northern Ontario is the perfect place for boaters.
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This is Ontario, a playground for cruisers, day-trippers, and personal watercraft.
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Larry Berrio's Concert *in* a lake comes to Timmins in 2023
Country fans get excited: the famous concert-in-a-lake that's been one of Sudbury's most popular events over the last couple of years is now coming to Timmins!