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2026 Northern Ontario Travel Survey Contest
By Northern Ontario
The Ultimate Northern Ontario Bucket-List Journeys
These scenic trains, remote wilderness cruises, and backcountry floatplane drops turn the travel into the destination.
By Staff Writer, Northern Ontario Travel
A Guide to Boating the Trent Severn Waterway in Ontario
Recently named one of the best travel experiences in 2025 by the New York Times, this historic waterway offers boaters a leisurely way to explore dozens of small towns while relaxing on a rented houseboat.
By Northern Ontario
The Last Great Ride of the Season
850 km through Muskoka, Parry Sound and Algonquin at peak colour
By Mike Jacobs
Ontario Pow Wow Calendar: 2026 Edition
Culture, community, food, dancing, music, tradition, regalia—check out the 2025 pow wow calendar and discover where to celebrate this year.
By Indigenous Tourism Ontario
Old Woman Bay
A Must Stop on Lake Superior
By Greg Sacco
A Guide to Mushroom Hunting
How, when and where to go, and what to look for
By Abby Fitzmaurice
25 Adventurous Fall Activities in Ontario
Get outside and make the most of the season.
By Kiley Whittal
Ultimate Guide to Road Cycling Events
Discover Ontario's best races and events in 2026.
By Conor Mihell
Complete Guide to Moosonee & Moose Factory Island
11 essential experiences for visitors.
By Mitch Bowmile
Spanish River Canoe Trip
Everything you need to know to plan an adventure on this beginner-friendly whitewater river.
By Jeff Jackson
Take a Trip Back in Time: The History of Highway 11
By Backroads Bill Steer
13 Amazing Restaurants to Check Out in Sudbury
From Tandoori-oven-cooked wings to spicy chicken Bibimbap–there's a world of flavour waiting for you in Sudbury.
By Sudbury Staff Writer
Ontario's Secret Lagoon
Discover paradise just outside of Sudbury.
By Backroads Bill Steer
9 of the Most Beautiful Fall Destinations
And they’re all in Ontario.
By Jessica Wynne Lockhart
Eating Northern Pike
The Best Recipe to Cook This Fish
By Gord Pyzer
24 Things to Do and See in Timmins: The Ultimate Weekend Guide
Here are two dozen places you've got to check out in this Northeastern Ontario city.
By Heidi Csernak
Favourite Marinas and Boat Launches in Northeastern Ontario
(As chosen by you!)
By Jamie McIntyre
8 Reasons Why You Must go to Sault Ste. Marie Right NOW!
A put-your-feet up, stay awhile, enjoy the sights, sounds, and flavours type of town with history, art, and gorgeous natural beauty to boot.
By Jim Bamboulis
Family-Friendly Things to do in Northeastern Ontario
By Candice Maitland
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Jamie Tennant

Jamie Tennant is a broadcaster, freelance journalist and author. He lives in Hamilton, Ontario.

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