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New Restrictions on What You Can Bring into Canada
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Jennifer McCourt

Jennifer McCourt is the Executive Director of Discovery Routes, a trails and cycling advocacy organization based in North Bay. She lives in Callander, Ontario and is always keen to explore and discover new trails with her family.

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Des sentiers oubliés ramenés à la mémoire

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Red Toque Tour: A Cycling Adventure Through Time

10 places to see on this epic Northeastern Ontario cycling tour.
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Sept façons de profiter des sentiers d'hiver

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5 Amazing Bike Rides to Discover

Varied terrain, quiet roads, and flowy trails—The Seven is calling.
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Come North, Bring Your Bike

50km, 74km, and 120km rides around North Bay's Lake Nipissing
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Spirit of The Bay; A Cycling Tour of North Bay

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Vive le Nord: A Roadie's Cycling Tour

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