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Northern Ontario’s Most Unique Stays
Cabins, domes, retro cottages, historic lodges, and lakeside escapes worth the road trip.
By Emily Gillespie
Snowmobiling Winter Weather Forecast 2026-2027
El Niño says mild. The Great Lakes say snow. Who will win Ontario's sled season?
By Jeff McGirr
Off-Road by Day, Fine Dining by Night
Ontario ATV lodges where chef-made dinners cap off a day on the trails.
By Jeff Morrison
Kirkland Lake's Mile of Gold Tour
Dig into Ontario's Gold Rush history with this tour of one of the richest gold deposits ever found on Earth.
By The Seven—Northeastern Ontario
Sweater Weather, North Bay Style
Ghost stories, cozy dinners and holiday markets make the most of the cool-weather days.
By Northern Ontario
Gear Up for Your First Snowmobile Ride of the Season in Ontario
Top tips to get your sled, yourself and your permits ready to hit the trails.
By Jeff Morrison
Step into Wilderness: A Fall Trip to Cochrane
Hike among 26 lakes carved by ancient glaciers, stay up late watching the northern lights, and ride the Polar Bear Express north toward James Bay on this wild adventure in Cochrane.
By The Seven—Northeastern Ontario
Layer Up for Cozy Season in the Soo
Frosty trails, haunted woods, and the first holiday lights. Enjoy cool weather days in Sault Ste. Marie!
By Northern Ontario
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
Where to See Ontario's Coolest Wildlife
Get expert tips on how to spot these iconic species.
By Jake O'Flaherty
Temagami Canoe Trip Guide
Expert advice for paddling in paradise.
By Conor Mihell
New Restrictions on What You Can Bring into Canada
Keep up to date with the changes.
By Erin Rody
Top 10 Facts About Lake Superior
Did you know these cool facts about this great lake?
By Algoma Staff Writer
Go Winter Glamping
Get cozy at these 11 snowy Ontario getaways.
By Virginia Marshall
The CP Holiday Train is Comin' to Town
Don't miss the festive fun and find a stop near you!
By Josie Cormier
8 facts you didn't know about moose
Just how big is a moose anyway?
By Erin Rody
2026 Triathalons
Swim, cycle and run your way to triathlete status at these Ontario events.
By Ian Merringer
How To Get A Motorcycle License in Ontario
The info you need.
By Ginny Allen
Cruising Lake Nipissing: Your Go-To Guide
An expert boater gives a thorough run-down of the charms and challenges of boating the region.
By Jeffrey Froud
Complete Guide to Moosonee & Moose Factory Island
11 essential experiences for visitors.
By Mitch Bowmile
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John Cameron

John knows what Northwest Ontario and Thunder Bay has to offer as a tourism destination. A life long resident of the region, John has lived in Thunder Bay for over 30 years. A former sports journalist, John has a passion sports having worked in television, radio and print. He continues to write a weekly column on curling for Thunder Bay’s daily paper, the Chronicle Journal. John works as a development officer for Tourism Thunder Bay with sports tourism a key part of his portfolio.

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Lake Superior – A Majestic Coast

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A Bird's Eye View

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Sailing on Lake Superior

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Thunder Bay's Chippewa Park

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Race The Giant

Xterra Sleeping Giant Triathlon
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Sports Central

Thunder Bay - Where Athletes Come to Play
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Golfing the Highway 11 Corridor

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By John Cameron

Dorion – A Birding Paradise on Superior's North Shore

Annual Festival in May is One to Watch For
By John Cameron

Canada Day - Fireworks, Parades & More

By John Cameron

For the title of world champion

U18 Baseball World Cup
By John Cameron
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