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welcome to ontario canada’s capital province offers more for groups to discover Whoever dreamed up the tenet that more is better must have had the province of Ontario in mind. Situated in the heart of Canada and dipping some 600 kilometers (400 miles) into the heart of the United States, Ontario offers some of the most exciting and diverse travel experiences on the planet. From urban adventures to unspoiled natural wonders and everything in between, this whale-shaped province has it all.

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As the weather heats up, so too do Ontario’s activities and festivals. Ontario is one happening province in the summer as communities large and small gear up to celebrate the season with carnivals and parades, theatre and musical extravaganzas.

Take in a summer celebration — there’s a festival happening somewhere in Ontario all summer long — or treat your group to some terrific theatre. All the world’s a stage here during the summer months, with more than 28 summer theatre festivals ranging from the historic Ontario Renaissance Festival in Milton to the Great Rendezvous Festival in Thunder Bay.

Whisk your group through Ontario’s summer scenery aboard a heritage railway (there are more than 20 of them) or head for the hills to explore some of the province’s pristine wilderness. With more than 3,840 miles of coastline and more freshwater lakes and rivers than anywhere else in the world, Ontario is also a boating and sailing destination second to none. Groups can get wet and paddle the parks, take on the rivers, or even go on an island-hopping expedition aboard a comfortable cruise boat. Whatever your group’s pleasure, Ontario has a summer adventure to match it.

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When the vibrant green hues of summer give way to the resplendent blaze of fall, it’s a signal that Ontario’s most colorful adventures are about to get underway. Mark the arrival of the season with a fall foliage tour and absorb the beauty of those blazing colors of scarlet, golden oak, deep burgundy and persimmon orange. The onset of fiery-red autumn also means it’s time for wine in Ontario.

More than 40 varieties of wine are produced by the wineries of Ontario’s acclaimed Wine Route and the region’s fall wine festivals are the time for tippling. Make the jaunt to St. Catharines for the annual Niagara Grape and Wine Festival (September), which celebrates the harvest of the vine with concerts and wine tastings, vineyard tours and parades. The Canadian Thanksgiving (October) season is also at the height of the harvest season and can be made extra special with a visit to a fall festival such as the Cranberry Festival in Bala or Oktoberfest in Kitchener-Waterloo. Meanwhile in the cities, fall heralds the start of the performing arts’ new seasons, with theatre, ballet, symphony and opera performances guaranteed to bring audiences to their feet. Autumn in Ontario — it’s ablaze with things to do!

winter warmth

Sure, the temperature may be at the freezing mark, but Ontario is one hot destination during the winter.

When the snow flies, it’s time to roll out the white carpet for visitors keen to explore Ontario’s 46,000 kilometers of groomed snowmobile trails — the longest recreational trail system in the world. From skiing to spa-hopping, snowboarding, to snowshoeing, winter activities in Snow Country Ontario run the gamut.

Winter in Ontario is one big celebration of the white stuff and there are festivals and carnivals all across the province all winter long to prove it.

Your group can join the party at the Festival of the Northern Lights in Owen Sound or make tracks for Ottawa, Canada’s Capital Region, and site of Winterlude, a wonderful winter celebration that boasts the largest skating rink in the world and an international ice sculpture competition.

Snow Country Ontario — what a rush!

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Sweetly scented blossoms, fields of daffodils and pansies, freshly turned earth and haunting birdsong — springtime in Ontario is a feast for the senses. All across the province, visitors join in the celebration of nature’s rebirth as they flock to festivals and garden shows, wine tastings and theatrical tours. Spring is also paddling time in Ontario — the perfect time to take to the provinces vast network of waterways and breathe in the fresh, new growth that signals the onset of summer. It’s a time to sample Ontario’s natural bounty, perhaps to get up close and personal at a birding festival or to sample maple syrup for the first time. Spring is also time for fresh, new urban adventures. Your group can go city-hopping across the province and touch the shores of four of the Lakes in the process. It’s a time for big-city theatre festivals and international flower shows like Ottawa’s Tulip Festival, the world’s largest. It’s also a time when “small town Ontario” comes to life with antique shows and harness races, craft fairs and carnivals. Come experience Ontario’s springtime splendor and revel in nature’s rebirth!

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More to discover, more of the time. That’s the attitude in Ontario, a great big friendly fourseason playground. Historic happenings and fall foliage festivals are as much a part of your group’s adventure as are white-water rafting and winter snowshoeing. Ontario offers fourstar adventures four seasons a year. So, read on and discover some of Ontario’s seasonal sensations!

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Accommodations Ratings

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The Canada Select Accommodations Rating Program helps travelers select accommodations that best suit their preferences. Accommodations are rated within six different categories: Hotel/ Motel; Country Inns; Bed and Breakfast; Resort; Cottage; Hunting and Fishing. Issued rating should be compared within the appropriate categories. Benchmarks outlining specific facilities and services within each category star rating may be found at www.canadaselect.com or by contacting your local Canada Select office.

A majority of stores, restaurants and accommodations throughout Ontario accept major credit cards, including Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.

Debit (bank) cards can be used almost as readily (Interac, Plus and Cirrus networks). Credit and debit card charges will appear on the purchaser’s statement, converted to the home currency. Credit and debit cards may not be accepted in more remote areas of the province.

There are approximately 20 highway rest areas along Hwy 401 and four on Hwy 400, featuring food services and service stations.

Airports Toronto’s Lester B. Pearson International Airport is the main gateway for air traffic into Ontario.

In addition, international airports are located in Ottawa, Hamilton and Waterloo.

Area Codes Area codes of Ontario are as follows: 416, 905, 807, 705, 519, and 613.

Banks Principal banks located in Ontario include the Bank of Montreal, the Bank of Nova Scotia, National Bank of Canada and Royal Bank of Canada.

Banking hours vary, with most banks open Monday to Thursday from 10am to 4pm and Friday from 10am to 5pm. A few banks are open on Saturday.

Banks are closed on federal pubic holidays.

Automated banking machines and debit (Interac, Cirrus, Plus, etc.) services are widely available.

Canada Customs/Passports A valid passport is required for entry into Canada from the United States and vice versa when travelling via air, land, and/or sea.

Capital Cities Ontario – Toronto Canada – Ottawa

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Currency Although American currency is usually accepted throughout Canada, visitors are advised to exchange their funds (or traveller’s cheques) for Canadian dollars, or make purchases with credit cards. Commercial establishments are encouraged to provide a fair rate of exchange to our foreign visitors. The best exchange rates on foreign currency can be obtained at major financial institutions throughout the region. Currency exchange rates are posted daily.

Electricity Canada uses the same electrical plug configuration and current as the United States: 110 to 115 volts, 60 cycles.

Embassies & Consulates All embassies are in Ottawa, the national capital. The U.S. embassy can be contacted at www.usembassycanada.gov or 613-238-5335.

The U.S. consulate is in Toronto at 416-595-1700.

Emergencies In the event of an emergency, dial 911 for immediate police, fire, and medical assistance. For other emergencies or in an area not served by 911, contact the operator by dialing zero (0).

Geography Forest, mineral lands, thousands of lakes and rich farmland.

Holidays — 2011 New Year’s Day Good Friday Easter Monday Victoria Day St. Jean Baptiste Day Canada Day Civic Holiday Labour Day Thanksgiving Day Remembrance Day Christmas Day Boxing Day

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Hospital/Medical Services Visitors to Canada are strongly urged to obtain health insurance before leaving their home country.

Canadian hospital and medical services are excellent, but a hospital stay can be costly without adequate insurance coverage. Visitors taking prescribed medications are advised to take a copy of the prescription should it need to be renewed during the trip.

Languages English and French are the official languages of Canada. Although Ontario is predominately an English speaking province, languages and dialects from all over the world can also be heard. The Native languages spoken in Ontario are: Cayuga, Cree, Delaware, Mohawk, Ojibwe, Oji-Cree, Oneida, Innu and Inuit.

Major Industry Manufacturing, Mining, Forestry, Farming. 50% of all exports from Canada originate from Ontario.

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The metric system is based on 10s.

• Celsius 100 degrees = 212 Fahrenheit • Celsius 0 degrees = 32 Fahrenheit • One kilometer (km) = 5/8 of a mile • One kilogram (kg) = 2.2 pounds • One meter = 39.37 inches

International bridges, tunnels and ferries charge a fee, but Ontario highways are toll-free. The only exception is Hwy 407 Express Toll Route (ETR).

• Flower - White Trillium • Land area of Canada’s total area - 10.7% • The Iroquois called Ontario “Kanadario” meaning “sparkling water” • Toronto was formerly known as York • Toronto is Canada’s largest city

Gasoline is sold in liters. One liter equals 0.264 U.S. gallons and 0.219 imperial gallons.

• Ontario entered Confederation July 1, 1867

Population

• Four of the five Great Lakes are in Ontario Huron, Superior, Erie, Ontario

Ontario - 13,069,200 Toronto – 2,523,267 Greater Toronto Area – 5,623,500 Source: Statistics Canada

• Water covers about 1/6 of the province • Forests cover 2/3 of Ontario • The St. Lawrence Seaway opened in 1959 linking the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean • In Ottawa in the winter, people skate to work on the Skateway, on the Rideau Canal.

Sales Tax & Rebate In Ontario, a 13% (8% PST, 5% GST) harmonized sales tax applies to most purchases. If you reside outside Canada, you may be eligible to reclaim the GST portion paid on purchases during your visit.

Expenses must total at least $200 (Canadian), before taxes; each receipt must total at least $50 (Canadian) before taxes. It is imperative that your receipts get stamped before you leave Canada; no refund will be issued otherwise. Visitors can get their receipts stamped at participating duty-free shops for an immediate refund (up to $500 Canadian) or at Canada Customs Offices, for a mail-back refund.

Traffic Regulations Seat Belts are required at all times when driving in Ontario. Throughout Canada, speed limits are posted in kilometers. In Ontario the maximum speed permitted on provincial highways is 110km (70mi) per hour and 50km (30mi) per hour in urban districts, unless otherwise indicated. The speed limit in residential areas is 50km (30mi) per hour and 60km (36mi) per hour in business districts.

Lower speed zones are posted.

Vehicle Entry to Canada The entry of vehicles and trailers into Canada for touring purposes, for periods up to 12 months, is generally a routine matter that does not require the payment of Customs’ assessment. Any necessary permits are issued at the port of entry.

Weather

Throughout Ontario most tourism related stores, grocery stores and malls are open on Sundays for shopping during the hours of 11am and 6pm.

Ontario is the second largest province in Canada.

As a result, temperatures will vary greatly from region to region. Summer temperatures range from 25 to 30 degrees Celsius (77 to 88 degrees Fahrenheit). January, February and March are considered winter months with snow present in most areas. Winter temperatures range from minus 5 to minus 15 degrees Celsius (23 to 5 degrees Fahrenheit). Many pleasant, cooler days are experienced in the spring and fall. For an exact conversion of Celsius to Fahrenheit, multiply the Celsius temperature by 9/5 and add 32.

Time Zones

Winter Travel

There are six time zones observed in Canada.

Ontario uses both Eastern and Central Standard Time, with the dividing line being west of Thunder Bay.

Ontario encourages winter travelers to come to this region and enjoy its many attractions during the winter months. Visitors are advised, however, that delays may be experienced due to seasonable weather conditions in winter, particularly in Northern Ontario.

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U.S. Gateways Buffalo, NY – Fort Erie, Peace Bridge Niagara Falls, NY – Niagara Falls, Whirlpool Rapids Bridge and Rainbow Bridge Lewiston, NY – Queenston Cape Vincent, NY – Kingston Alexandria Bay, NY – Landsdown Ogdenburg, NY – Prescott Rooseveltown, NY – Cornwall Algonac, MI – Walpole Island Detroit, MI – Windsor* Marine City, MI – Sombra Port Huron, MI – Sarnia* Sault Ste. Marie, MI – Sault Ste. Marie Baudette, MN – Rainy River International Falls, MN – Fort Frances Grand Portage, MN – Pigeon River Bridge

* The Windsor-Detroit and Port Huron-Sarnia land crossings of Southeast Michigan and Southwest Ontario are the busiest international crossings between Canada and the United States. They represent nearly 50 per cent of the traffic volume crossing the entire border between the United States and Canada.

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Barrie 21 Molson Park Drive Tel: 705-725-7280 Fax: 705-725-7285

St. Catharines Westbound QEW at east end of Garden City Skyway, Niagara-on-the-Lake Tel: 905-684-6354 Fax: 905-684-3634

Cornwall 903 Brookdale Avenue Tel: 613-933-2420 Fax: 613-933-3387 Fort Erie 315 Bertie Street Tel: 905-871-3505 Fax: 905-871-6461 Fort Frances 400 Central Avenue Tel: 807-274-7566 Fax: 807-274-7870

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Hawkesbury Highway 417, Chute Ă Blondeau Tel: 613-674-2000 Fax: 613-674-2689

Gateway Niagara Information Centre 424 South Service Road Tel: 905-945-5444 Fax: 905-945-3078 Niagara Falls 5355 Stanley Avenue Tel: 905-358-3221 Fax: 905 358-6441

Sarnia - Blue Water Bridge 1415 Venetian Blvd.

Tel: 519-344-7403 Fax: 519-332-4576

Hill Island Highway 137 Tel: 613-659-2108 Fax: 613-659-2102 Lancaster Highway 401 & County Rd. 2 Tel: 613-347-3498 Fax: 613-347-3435

Sault Ste. Marie 261 Queen Street West Tel: 705-945-6941 Fax: 705-945-6943

City of Kenora 1500 Hwy 17 East Tel: 800-535-4549 Fax: 807-467-4644

Toronto Eaton Centre, 220 Yonge St., Level 1 Tel: 1-800-Ontario (668-2746) Fax: 416-314-5901

Pigeon River 7671 Hwy. 61, Canada/U.S. Border Tel: 807-964-2094 Fax: 807-964-2029

Windsor Huron Ambassador Bridge 1235 Huron Church Road Tel: 519-973-1310 Fax: 519-973-1313

Prescott Hwy. 16, Canada/U.S. Border Tel: 613-925-3346 Fax: 613-925-1462 Rainy River 301 Artwood Avenue Tel: 807-852-4449 Fax: 807-852-3124

Windsor Park 110 Park Street East Tel: 519-973-1338 Fax: 519-973-1341

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The 401, a multi-lane divided highway, also travels from Ontario’s border with Quebec along Lake Ontario, through Toronto and to the U.S. border crossing at Windsor-Detroit, MI. The QEW, (Queen Elizabeth Way), begins in Toronto and travels along Lake Ontario through Hamilton and onto Niagara Falls to the U.S. border crossing at the Peace Bridge.

Yonge Street is the main north-south thorough fare in Ontario. Beginning at the Harbourfront in Toronto and officially ending 1884 km (1178 mi) later. Making it the longest street in North America.

Penetang-Midland Coach Lines (PMCL), www.greyhoundtravel.com/charter/pmcl/ serving Central and Southern Ontario.

VIA Rail, www.viarail.ca, 1-888-VIA-RAIL (842-7245) offers service throughout the Greater Toronto Area, Ottawa, Niagara, Southern, and Northern Ontario. There are also express services between larger communities. Amtrak, www.amtrak.com, has daily service into Toronto, ON and Montreal, QC from various points within the U.S. Ontario Northland Rail Service, www.ontc.on.ca, offers rail service between Cochrane and Toronto and seasonally between Cochrane and Moosonee on the edge of the Arctic.

By Internet Official Tourism Department Site Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership (OTMP) www.ontariotravel.net, 1-800-668-2746.

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Pearson International Airport, www.lbpia.toronto.on.ca, is in the northwest corner of Metro Toronto and approximately 30 minutes from downtown. The airport has three terminals and is served by over 50 airlines.

Toronto City Centre Airport, www.torontoport.com/TCCA.htm takes mostly commuter flights and is a short ferry ride from downtown.

Ottawa International Airport, www.ottawa-airport.ca, is approximately 20 minutes south of the city.

Other major airports are located in Hamilton, London, Sudbury, Thunder Bay and Windsor.

Flying to Toronto From Boston Chicago Halifax Montreal Ottawa New York Washington Vancouver

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Ontario - Special Trails & Scenic Drives The Taste Trail – Prince Edward County Showcasing some of Ontario’s finest culinary delights, this route is sure to please your group’s palate. Stop at wineries, farmers’ markets, butchers, and restaurants to enjoy the delicious flavours of 31 locations along the route.

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Greyhound, www.greyhound.ca or 1-800-6618747, operates the major intercity bus system in Canada, with frequent cross-border links to cities in the U.S.

Ontario Northland, www.webusit.com, offers regular service from Toronto to Ontario’s North.

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The Canadian provinces of Manitoba and Quebec border Ontario. The Trans Canada Highway, which runs from St. John’s, NL to Victoria, BC, enters Ontario along its border with Quebec and travels through the province to Manitoba.

Voyageur, www.voyageur.com or 613-238-5900 in Ottawa, links up with Greyhound to service Ottawa and Kingston, ON and Montreal, PQ.

The Wine Route: Niagara River Parkway & Wine Country Travel from Jordan to Beamsville to Niagara on the Lake along The Niagara River Parkway, one of the prettiest drives in the province. Your group will enjoy the beautiful scenery, vineyards and orchards, shopping, wineries, restaurants, and the local history along the way.

Rideau Heritage Route: Kingston - Ottawa Travelling north to Ottawa from Kingston, your group has the opportunity to take in the locks connecting the many canals and rivers along this route. In 2008 the locks were named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Allow your group to explore the quaint towns and villages along the route, ending your voyage in the nation’s capital.

Algonquin and the Highlands Algonquin Provincial Park, Ontario’s oldest and most popular, makes for a spectacular scenic drive any time of year, but even more so during the autumn months. The foliage in the Park is breath taking and makes for beautiful photos.

Your group won’t leave disappointed!

For more information about these and other scenic drives in Ontario, visit www.grouptravelplanner.net

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The Group Travel Planner series makes your student, youth and sports travel planning across Ontario quick and easy.

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Suppliers who accept students, youth groups and sports teams at their facilities are indicated throughout this guide by the icons shown to the right. Supplier listings displaying these icons openly accept students, youth groups and sports teams at their establishments and are looking forward to doing business with you.

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In This Guide‌ The Group Travel Planner series of publications and GroupTravelPlanner.net is a highlight of tour suppliers that will accept student/youth and sports groups.

Look for these easily identifiable symbols next to supplier listings in the Directory of Suppliers section of this publication:

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Use the meetings & conventions and corporate groups accepted icons located under supplier descriptions to help plan your next event or trip. Supplier listings that display these icons have experience with and knowledge about serving meetings & conventions and corporate groups and are looking forward to doing business with you.

Enhance and streamline your planning by logging on to grouptravelplanner.net, searching for these suppliers and interacting with them online. Request supplier quotes, add suppliers to your itinerary, see photos of their facilities, and more.

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southwestern history & culture Magnificent sprawling beaches that stretch for more than 800 kilometers (500mi) are in charming juxtaposition to such urban centers as Hamilton and Kitchener-Waterloo. Your group can be hunting for antique treasures in towns that are treasures in themselves one hour, exploring the birthplace of the oil industry in historic Petrolia the next, or visiting Canada’s southernmost community, Pelee Island.

Southern Ontario is also synonymous with early Canadian history, as is evidenced by such cherished sites as the city of Windsor’s John Freeman Walls Historical Site, an 1846 log cabin that was a major terminal on the Underground Railroad. Meanwhile, groups can discover life in the early days of Canada’s first Black settlement in Amherstburg. A highlight of any visit to this region is the original Uncle Tom’s Cabin, located in Dresden. Treat your tour to a history lesson on the life of Josiah Henson, the defiant abolitionist and flamboyant evangelist who was the inspiration for Harriet Beecher Stowe’s famous novel.

From Shakespearian charm to rugged river fancies, the undeniable allure of Southwestern Ontario lies in its diverse character traits.

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At the tip of the Bruce Peninsula, Tobermory is named after the seacoast village on the Isle of Mull, Scotland. Big Tub Harbour, the deepest natural harbour on the Great Lakes, contains two nineteenth century shipwrecks which can be seen through a diver's mask, a glass bottomed boat or over the side of a cruise boat. Regular vehicle and passenger ferry service operates between Tobermory and Manitoulin Island from mid-May until mid-October.

Fathom Five National Marine Park This freshwater ecosystem covers and protects the 22 known historical shipwrecks and the 19 islands located around the top of the Bruce Peninsula. Even with the many historic lighthouses, this rocky coastline has claimed many sail and steam ships.

Minimum Time Required: 2.5 hours for glass bottom boat cruise Bruce County Lighthouse Tour Tour 15 distinctive lighthouses and marine heritage sites along the shorelines of Georgian Bay and Lake Huron, from Point Clark to Tobermory. Climb to the top of an imperial tower lighthouse, become an assistant lighthouse keeper, and explore the marine history of Bruce County.

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Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre The Museum is an excellent starting point for your journey into Bruce County. Tour with the family or research your family history in the Reading Room in the upgraded 1878 school building. The museum exhibits reflect the history of the museum from its early geological development to the events and people that have shaped the County’s history. The facility is fully accessible with an elevator. Take in a breathtaking video of Bruce County in the Museum’s 116-seat theatre, browse in the Gift Shop or relax on the patio overlooking Fairy Lake.

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Bruce Peninsula National Park - D1

This small piece of land at the tip of the Bruce Peninsula has an unusually rich diversity of habitats.

From the limestone cliffs of the Niagara Escarpment to flat, dry rock alvars, to rare fern habitats. One of the area’s claims to fame is the 43 species of orchids naturally found here. Climb the 20m (65') tower for a bird's-eye view of the Bruce! Chill out in the high-definition theatre, for a virtual adventure to the best spots in the park! Experience the exhibit gallery, with everything from a full-size lighthouse, flowerpot and cliff to black bear, rattlesnake and shipwreck exhibits. Drop in on a special demo by a park naturalist. Shop for national park souvenirs in

the gift shop. Hike the world-famous Bruce Trail, which runs right past the visitor centre, to scenic coves on Georgian Bay. Minimum Time Required: 3 hour guided hike to the “Grotto”

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Renown for its 12km (7.5mi) white sandy beach stretching along Lake Huron, Sauble Beach is a popular destination for tourists and locals. It’s reputation for being clean and its warm waters helped it be voted Ontario’s best beach. Shops and services nearby.

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This world-famous 773km (483mi) hiking trail begins in Tobermory. It follows the Niagara Escarpment, which was named by UNESCO in 1990 as a World Biosphere Reserve - an internationally recognized ecosystem. This ecosystem contains rare and precious wildflowers, trees and ferns, unique or fascinating rock formations defined on the east side by the strong, turquoise-blue boundary of the Georgian Bay. Minimum Time Required: 2 hours.

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Grey County Waterfalls Tour Feel the rush as the river flows over the edge of the Niagara Escarpment. Visit Grey County’s waterfalls and enjoy a short walk or extended hike. Start your tour at Grey Roots: Museum & Archives near Inglis Falls, then follow the scenic waterfall tour through forested uplands and across valley floors.

Minimum Time Required: 6 hours (Day Trip) Rural Gardens of Grey & Bruce Counties There are over 30 rural gardens open to the public from May to October in Grey & Bruce Counties.

There is much diversity in the types of gardens to be found in the region, with each one encompassing its own unique beauty, landscape and flower variations. With the rural gardens of Grey & Bruce brochure you can hand select the ones that suit you.

Minimum Time Required: 5 hours (Day Trip) Grey Roots: Museum & Archives At the gateway to the Bruce R Peninsula, make Grey Roots your first stop on any trip to the region. Grey Roots has designated motor coach parking, ample restroom capacity, European Bakery Café on site to cater for large groups, room rental space for special programs and meal service, 75 person theatre, picnic area, gift shop and handicapped access throughout.

Reservations for Guided Tours are required.

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Tom Thomson Art Gallery Tom Thomson Art Gallery is perhaps the city’s most notable cultural icon. The gallery celebrates the achievements of Thomson and houses the world’s third largest collection of Thomson works. The gallery also manages a growing collection of historical and contemporary Canadian Art, including a wonderful representation of Thomson’s colleagues, The Group of Seven.

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Billy Bishop Heritage Museum Step back into the Victorian era and explore the boyhood home of Billy Bishop. Now a National Historic Site, it houses the exhibits of his life and career, focusing on the military accomplishments of Bishop and other Canadian Aviators. The Museum features designated rooms with WWI and WWII artifacts and the life history of this famous WWI Flying Ace. New exhibits are featured each year.

Minimum Time Required: 30-45 minutes

Bluewater Summer Playhouse

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Owen Sound Marine & Rail Museum Visit the former Canadian National Railway depot where extensive displays of artifacts, models, photographs and interactive stations related to the history of marine & rail transportation and associated area industries.

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Located on the beautiful shoreline of Lake Huron at the mouth of the St Clair River. The largest city on Lake Huron also boasts North America’s largest international border crossing at the Blue Water Bridge. The twin span links the area with Port Huron, Michigan U.S.A. Sarnia is blessed with 72 miles of breathtaking beaches and waterfront, gaming, picturesque gardens and parks, live theatre, unbeatable shopping and dining.

Alcove Gift & Art Gallery A visit to Alcove Gift & Art Gallery is a shoppers dream. In every corner you will find artifacts, sculptures, jewellery and fine art and collectibles from North American artisans amongst its many treasures.

Blue Water Bridge Duty Free Shop Your group will enjoy shopping at Canada’s award winning Blue Water Bridge Duty Free Shop, which is open 24 hours/7 days a week and save up to 60% on most merchandise. Currency exchange facilities, bus parking and washrooms on site.

Imperial Theatre This beautiful former 1930s movie house was lovingly restored to its Art Deco elegance between 1995-1997. Today the theatre is the centerpiece of Sarnia’s cultural district featuring a 610-seat main level and balcony seating. Performances range from top Canadian, International and local entertainers.

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Gallery Lambton Gallery Lambton has an outstanding collection of Canadian art that includes approximately 40 paintings by the famed Group of Seven. The collection consists of some 935 works of art relevant to Canadian cultural heritage and date from the early 18th century to present day. Groups welcome.

Stones ‘N Bones Museum Sarnia’s first museum features 12 beautiful galleries featuring an international collection of fluorescent minerals, fossils, gemstones, butterflies, insects, dinosaurs and much more. In-depth narrated tour available to groups. Unique gift boutique on site.

Slots at Hiawatha Horse Park Slots at Hiawatha Horse Park features 450 slot machines to choose from. Open 9am to 4am seven days a week. The facility offers a cafeteria-style restaurant, bar/lounge with live entertainment. Group packages available. Must be 19 years of age or older.

Duc d’Orleans Board the new Duc d’Orleans II and sail with us on the scenic St. Clair River. This delightful two-hour cruise includes lunch and a detailed commentary of sights along the way. Two comfortable full decks with the upper deck able to accommodate 132 passengers. Fully licensed bar. Ample free motor coach parking.

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The Moore Museum boasts a complex of historic buildings large enough to make a big city proud.

The eleven buildings take you on a journey back to an earlier time. Package tours offer your group an opportunity to explore the beauty and heritage of small-town Ontario.

Victoria Playhouse Petrolia VPP is a professional theatre company offering a five-show summer season from May to September.

Performing in historic Victoria Hall, a completely renovated 400 seat venue located in Canada’s Victorian Oil Town.

Oil Museum of Canada It all started right here in Oil Springs in 1858 with the creation of North America’s first commercial oil well.

Oil Springs, Ontario is the birthplace of North America’s oil industry. Experience oil history and watch jerker lines and operate a spring pole drilling rig and much more.

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Munro Honey & Meadery Take flight with the honeybee for a truly unique and educational group tour. Learn about honey–bees 4 and follow honey from the hive to table. Explore the gift shop and observation hive. Sample the award winning Meads (honey wine) produced on site at Ontario’s only Meadery.

Historical St. Joseph Archive and Museum is located on the shores of Lake Huron. Learn about the great plans of Narcisse Cantin (1870-1940), “the Father of the St. Lawrence Seaway” to turn St. Joseph into a thriving international port.

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Goderich Boardwalk at the Beach Goderich offers more than a mile of boardwalk fronting the beaches of Lake Huron. Groups of all sizes are welcome to take their time to enjoy the beautiful sunset from the shore or view it from one of several parks and pavilions along the embankment.

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Lambton Heritage Museum Discover the unique human & natural history of Lambton County in this modern exhibit centre: P indigenous people, pioneer life, early settlement, Victorian furnishings & agricultural technology are all explored.

Huron Country Playhouse Minutes from the shores of Lake Huron and less than one hour drive from Sarnia and London. The century-old spacious Playhouse barn seats 660 and so does the intimate Playhouse II. Pinery Provincial Park Pinery is Southern Ontario’s largest and most ecologically diverse and rare natural environment.

Explore the globally rated Oak Savannah and Carolinian Forest eco-systems. 10 km beaches, 15 km of bicycle trails, 10 nature trails, year round camping with yurts (heated tents) available.

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Huron Historic Gaol A unique and imposing octagonal building, which served as the County Jail from 1842 until 1972.

Now a National Historic Site, the building originally housed the County Courts and Council Chambers, as well as serving as Gaol and House of Refuge.

Blyth Festival Visit this historic 450-seat air-conditioned theatre in the quaint village of Blyth. The performances offered are original Canadian plays. Open year-round as a centre for Cultural activity, this includes an art gallery, showcasing three professional shows plus more throughout the year.

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Sitting directly across the Detroit River from Detroit, MI, Windsor is the southernmost city in Canada, and the country’s home to the ‘big three’ automakers, Hiram Walker’s Canadian Club Distillery (still on it’s original 1858 site), and Ontario’s first casino. Windsor and Essex County’s history tells of the first skirmishes which became the War of 1812, Al Capone and the Purple Gang, and the final terminus of the Underground Railroad - a network of people who assisted fugitive slaves in the U.S. to reach freedom in Canada in the early 1800s.

The Detroit - Windsor Tunnel, opened in 1930, is the second busiest passenger car crossing between the United States and Canada. The Tunnel, which runs under the Detroit River, is 5,160 feet (1,573 m) long.

Take your group to the Windsor Tunnel Duty Free Shoppe which is open 24 / 7 and save up to 50%. Shop at Windsor Crossing Premium Outlets, open 7 days a week featuring brand names at significant savings or Devonshire Mall, offering over 175 shopping experiences.

Caesars Windsor offers more than 3,300 slot machines and varied table games, plus The Poker Place. Take a day trip or spend the night at the onsite luxury hotel. The facility also has restaurants, bars, lounges and live entertainment. www.grouptravelplanner.net

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John Freeman Walls Historic Site & Underground Railroad Museum - B6

This historic site, located in Puce, was an actual Terminal of the Underground Railroad. The story traces John and Jane Walls' journey along the Underground Railroad from North Carolina. John escaped to Canada where he became a free man. The rest of his life he was known as John "Freeman" Walls.

The log cabin is the focal point of this site.

This two-story building was built in 1847 on a foundation of four rocks. John and his wife Jane raised nine children here.

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Being one of the nearest British towns to the U.S. border, Amherstburg served as a launching point into Canada for fugitive slaves fleeing from American states. Also, during the prohibition era of the 1920s, a successful rum-running business operated on the banks of the Detroit River.

North American Black Historical Museum This museum has worldwide status as a leader in preserving Black history and promoting community and cultural activities. The museum contains: African Canadian Exhibits, a resource library, Genealogical Research Materials, Historical Documents & Reference files and an Afrocentric Gift/Book Shop.

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Colio Estate Wines Located in nearby Harrow, the Colio Winery offers year-round tours of its picturesque vineyard and hosts numerous events throughout the year. Sample an award winning wine or just wander the grounds and visit the gift-shop.

Fort Malden National Historic Site Built by the British in 1796 this 11- acre historic site was constructed in 1796 as a strategic military post during the War of 1812 and the Upper Canada Rebellion of 1837. The site includes a restored barracks and four buildings as well as exhibits, demonstrations, and artifacts.

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Canada’s most southerly inhabited point is an Island approximately 14.5km (9mi) long and 5.5km (3.5mi) wide. The climate of Pelee Island is very unique as a result of its extreme southern location and the moderating influence of Lake Erie. The warm, shallow waters found in Lake Erie create the perfect climate to grow grapes.

Visit the Pelee Island Wine Pavilion to sample some locally made wines. Birders flock to Pelee Island to see the annual migrations of species rarely seen elsewhere. Other rare and endangered flora and fauna can also be found on the island.

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Just 50km (30mi) southeast of Windsor, Point Pelee National Park of Canada is world renowned for bird and butterfly migration, with more than 300 species of birds spotted here. The park juts down into Lake Erie at the same latitude as northern California. It is known for its spring and fall migration of birds and its autumn monarch butterfly migration. As you pass through the Park gates, you are arriving at the southernmost tip of Canada's mainland. Point Pelee is one of Canada's smallest national parks, yet it attracts nearly 400,000 visitors each year. All facilities and services are designed to preserve the Park's natural environment including a visitor’s center with theatre.

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Buxton National Historic Site & Museum Located on the original site of the Elgin Settlement one of the last stops on the Underground Railroad for many runaway slaves. In the mid-1800s, this settlement was a haven of freedom for fugitive slaves who risked everything to escape the brutality of slavery in the USA. The museum has original artifacts from the community, library and research area. Buxton is one of the few remaining African Canadian Settlements still in existence since the pre Civil War era.

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Uncle Tom’s Cabin Historic Site The centre focuses on the life of Josiah Henson, who was born in slavery in Maryland in 1789, and escaped via the Underground Railroad into Canada in 1830. Henson and a group of ex-slaves, Quakers and other abolitionists purchased 200 acres of land near Dresden, Ontario in 1841, where they established a vocational school, the British American Institute for Fugitive Slaves. The Underground Railroad Freedom Gallery recounts the history of fugitive slaves leaving Africa, their enslavement in the United States, and the flight to freedom in Canada. Guided tours, on-site catering and Gift Shop are available.

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Black Mecca Exhibit at the Heritage Room Located nearly one hundred kilometres away from the nearest U.S. border crossing, Chatham was far enough away from America that fugitive slaves were fairly safe from visiting bounty hunters and slave catchers. Chatham became a critical terminal on the Underground Railroad and one of the strongholds of the abolitionist movement in Canada. During the 1850s, Chatham was home to a strong and influential black middle-class that cared for thousands of escaped freedom seekers from the United States.

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Rondeau Provincial Park The coastal wetlands of Rondeau attract shorebirds and marsh birds and a unique assortment of waterfowl. An extensive trail system winds through this rich Carolinian forest perfect for campers and birders alike.

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Smith & Wilson Estate Wines Visit the winery where the vines seem to fall into the north shore of Lake Erie. The wines, the view and the people make a trip to Smith & Wilson Estate Wines a truly memorable experience. Open year round for tours.

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In addition to being the setting for the Stratford Festival of Canada, this town, dating back to 1832, is filled with historic sites and was once a major rail centre. Tour local farms, Mennonite communities or take a garden tour. There is excellent shopping for something new and historic antique shops with Tudor charm for something older. Stratford is also famous for one of the best cooking schools in the country, making it a fantastic dining experience.

Stratford Festival Theatre The Stratford Festival was born in 1953 when Alec Guinness starred in Richard III. The Festival has become one of the most famous in North America, and it has put this scenic town on the map with stunning productions on 4 stages. World famous for its Shakespearean productions, the Festival also offers classic and modern theatrical masterpieces. Backstage tours are offered during the season, which runs from May to October.

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Artifacts and memorabilia celebrate Canada’s rich baseball history in a century-old stone house in the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum.

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This charming town offers a visit to the 1845 Grist Mill, 1861 Octagonal Cottage, and 1881 Grand Trunk Station Museum. The Gothic style Anglican Church is also a popular site to visit.

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London - B5

Just 2 hours east of Detroit, MI and west of Toronto, “New London” as it was once known is located along the Thames and was the capital of Upper Canada. Although the capital was eventually built elsewhere, London has grown to be one of the largest cities in Southwestern Ontario.

Fanshawe Pioneer Village Explore the many buildings based on a 19th and early 20th century village. The Pioneer Village's thirty buildings include: a brewery, school house, harness maker, 1849 newspaper press and a local trading post. Heritage gardens and an orchard are also located on site.

Minimum Time Required: 1.5 hours Banting House National Historic Site The “Birthplace of Insulin” depicts the life and career of Sir Frederick Banting, co-discoverer of insulin. Sir Frederick G. Banting (1891-1941) won the Nobel Prize for his discovery of insulin in 1922, and the museum is dedicated to his life and work as a doctor, as an artist and as a war

William Shakespeare (1564-1616) Born in Stratford-on-Avon eighty miles from London Married Anne Hathaway in 1582 No original Shakespearean manuscript has survived to this day His nickname was “The Bard” which means poet.

He is recognized as the greatest poet the world has ever known Some of Shakespeare’s plays: Henry VI, King Lear, Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, Much Ado About Nothing, A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Richard II

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Minimum Time Required: 45 minutes London Museum of Archaeology A unique Canadian museum devoted to the study, display, and interpretation of the human existence in Southwestern Ontario over the past 11,000 years of Ontario’s prehistoric past. The Museum is located beside the Lawson Prehistoric Indian Village, a site occupied by the Neutral Indians in the 15th century A.D. and Canada’s only on-going excavation and reconstruction of a prehistoric village. Quill Box Gift Shop located on site.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour The Grand Theatre Over 100 years old, The Grand Theatre is considered to be one of the most beautiful theatres in the country and the longest running live theatre in Canada.

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Annandale House serves as a monument to the Victorian style of design, known as the “Aesthetic Art Movement.” Popularized by Oscar Wilde, this movement encouraged the use of colour and decorative detailing in all areas of the home. See extravagant, hand-painted ceilings and elaborate inlaid floors to ornate mantles, hinges and stained glass. Built in the 1800s by E.D. Tillson, first Mayor of Tillsonburg.

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Birtch Farms & Estate Winery Pick your own apples and pumpkins at Birtch Farms. The new fruit winery features wines made from the apples and fruits grown on this farm and other local farms. In addition to the experiences surrounding the winery, other farm related entertainment is offered.

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Labatt Brewery Enjoy a tour of the world famous Labatt Brewery.

The tour also includes a commemorative T-shirt and of course, sampling and tasting of Labatt’s hometown brews.

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At the Ingersoll Cheese Factory Museum, six museum buildings house displays ranging from “The Big Cheese”...weighing 7,300 lbs. and the cheese making process, to the agricultural museum and blacksmith shop, to the sports museum.

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Bellamere Winery and Country Market Enjoy delicious food and award winning wine in the Winery Café or on the patio overlooking watergardens and orchards. Wine tasting and tours are available. Discover Bellamere’s exquisite gift shop and country market store.

Leaping Deere Legends, is a farm fun attraction featuring a John Deere Museum, a collection of tractors and equipment, miniature John Deer toys and a seasonal corn maze.

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The Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games celebrate Scottish culture, heritage & traditions in Fergus. The Festival focuses its activities in traditional Scottish culture: highland dancing, caber tossing, tug-of-war, featured Clans, and Scottish & Celtic music.

Wellington County Museum & Archives offers twelve galleries filled with the decorative arts, travelling exhibitions, historical displays and installations by local artists.

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ST. JACOBS COUNTRY: Charming Village of St. Jacobs shops, restaurants & historic attractions are a popular destination year ‘round. The Mill & Silos,19th century village landmarks, house artisans’ studios, galleries & intriguing historic exhibits as well as Ontario’s first “Olivier Soapery”. Nearby at the Visitor Center, a multimedia presentation called “Telling the Mennonite Story” answers your questions about Mennonites.

Plan to attend the annual “Quilt & Fibre Art Festival” during the last week of May. In the Market District, St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market hosts 500 vendors. Even Old Order Mennonite farmers come by horse & buggy to sell their wares at market! Indulge in abundant fresh produce, meat, baking, international foods, crafts and quality flea market finds. Taste country-style “fast foods” like sausage with sauerkraut on a bun or hot apple fritters (Open Thurs., Sat. all year 7 am-3:30 pm, plus Tues. summer market, 8 am-3 pm.). The Market District also features the sensational “Market Road

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Antiques” and St. Jacobs Outlet Mall. (Stores open daily). See a live professional theatre performance at St. Jacobs Country Playhouse, then stay overnight next door at Best Western St. Jacobs Country Inn. Minimum Time Required: multi-day stay suggested

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The Arboretum is Guelph’s 165 hectares (408 acres) formal and natural gardens, nature trails and 35 plant collections with more than 3000 trees and shrubs. A guided tour takes you through parts of the Japanese Gardens, English garden and Gosling Wildlife Gardens. Minimum Time Required: 1 hour Located on a 100-acre country estate, Knapp’s Country Market & Nurseries offers you berry fields, lush gardens and homemade baked goods.

Enjoy a ride on the Berry Wagon, see the resident swans, take a garden tour or a nature walk or just browse the aisles in the farm market.

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1 hour west of Toronto & 1 1⁄2 hours from Niagara Falls, KW is a natural destination for group tours.

We have something for everyone, from tots to seniors. Discover our world class theatre, art galleries, live opera, fabulous restaurants and brand name outlet shopping. Every year we celebrate our historic German roots during Oktoberfest, Canada’s largest Bavarian Festival. There’s never a shortage of things to see and do. KW Tourism offers group tour packages and great sample itineraries.

Homer Watson was a prominent landscape painter and you can view his works at the Homer Watson House & Gallery. He was known as the artist “who first saw Canada as Canada”. The Gallery

celebrates Watson’s creative spirit by stimulating the appreciation and enjoyment of the visual arts.

Built in nearby Baden in 1877 and painstakingly restored by the Wilmot Township and local heritage groups, the grand mansion of Castle Kilbride displays artifacts from the Victorian Era.

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Discover famous nature attractions, brand-name outlets, festivals, trails and antiques galore. Enjoy excellent restaurants in the four charming downtown districts or delight in some professional summer theatre. The Visitor Centre offers complimentary step-on tours.

Toyota Plant Tours Enter the world of cutting-edge automotive manufacturing. The Toyota Plant Tour program appeals to groups of all ages. Trained guides escort guests into the heart of the action to see how the vehicles are made. Motorized trams and individual audio headsets ensure a comfortable experience. TMMC is located near many other group-friendly attractions. This one-hour, “behind-the-scenes” adventure is offered at no cost. Reservations required Minimum Time Required: 1.5 hours Wings of Paradise Butterfly Conservatory Enter a lush, tropical garden featuring over 75 different species of flowering plants, trees and bushes and 1,500 to 2,000 free-flying butterflies from around the world.

Minimum Time Required: 1.5 - 2 hours

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Brantford was founded when a piece of land was purchased from the Six Nations in 1839. The city takes its name from Joseph Brant, Chief of the Six Nations. Local First Nations historical and cultural sites along with the invention of the telephone bring groups to this area.

Brant Museum & Archives Read up on Brantford’s past – and perhaps your own family tree – with a trip to the Brant Museum and Archives. An essential stop for historians, visitors and residents alike, it features period room settings and storefront displays that trace this region’s history beginning with the settlement of the Six Nations.

Adelaide Hunter Hoodless Homestead Birthplace and childhood home of the founder of the Women’s Institute, Adelaide Hunter Hoodless was also instrumental in establishing the YWCA and the Victorian Order of Nurses. The homestead has been restored and furnished dating back to 1857-1910, the period of her lifetime. The grounds are available for picnics and have washrooms and a shelter.

Bell Homestead See where Alexander Graham Bell conceived the idea for the telephone in 1874. Carefully restored and furnished with original Bell family artifacts, the Homestead has been, and continues to be, a cherished historic home and parkland. Costumed tour guides and audio-visual presentations allow guests to gain an understanding of how a young teacher of the deaf came to invent the telephone. Open year round.

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Ontario’s South Coast, on the shores of Lake Erie, offers many interesting and unique experiences. Choose from dinner theatre packages, ziplining & outdoor adventures, golfing, birdwatching, gardening tours, arts & culture, antiquing or farm, culinary & wine tours. Enjoy the countryside sight-seeing, the quaint towns along the way and the friendly folks you meet here in Ontario’s South Coast.

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The West Montrose Covered Bridge is recognized as a historic site by Ontario’s Archeological & Historic Sites Board. It is Ontario’s last remaining covered bridge and has a 198’ span across the Grand River. Visitors come from all over the world to see and photograph this picturesque bridge.

The following is a list of paid advertisers in Grand River Country.

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Hamilton International Tattoo The Tattoo performances, based on an ancient military tradition are each 2 1/2 hours long featuring a vast array of dancers, marching bands, International Military and Civilian Acts and of course, Pipes & Drums.

Minimum Time Required: 2 hours

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum is a living museum featuring the aircraft used by Canadians or Canada’s Military from the beginning of World War II up to the present. Climb into the cockpit of a WWII trainer or a jet fighter. There are interactive flight combat simulators and interactive video displays, movies, photographs and memorabilia from Canadian History.

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Dundurn Castle Dundurn (Gaelic for “fort on the water”) was built in 1855 around the brick shell of Colonel Richard Beasley’s colonial home. Costumed staff guide visitors through the home, illustrating daily life from the 1850s. Guided tours through the 35 - room mansion offer a glimpse of the history and grandeur of the Victorian Era as it unfolded in Upper Canada.

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Canadian Football Hall of Fame Exciting exhibits profile the history and progression of football in Canada. Fans of the Canadian Football League can walk down memory lane while viewing highlight films of some of the gridiron's finest moments. The museum offers fun, interactive education programs, collections, a library and archives. The museum is also home to the hallowed Grey Cup. Minimum Time Required: 1 hour

Royal Botanical Gardens Surround yourself in Canada’s largest botanical gardens in Ontario’s botanical garden and National Historic Site of Canada. The Rose Garden is a breathtaking sight as thousands of roses are at their best from June to October. The Arboretum’s flowering bushes, trees and magnificent magnolias lead visitors to the fragrant aura of the Lilac Dell, home to the world’s largest lilac collection.

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Parks Canada Discovery Centre An interactive and hands-on glimpse of Canada's national parks, national historic sites and national marine conservation areas. Located on the water's edge of Lake Ontario in Hamilton, the centre also has an outdoor wetland and native garden with artificially constructed ponds that provide an opportunity to highlight the importance of the wetland habitat in maintaining healthy aquatic ecosystems.

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McMaster Museum of Art Impressionist, post-impressionist, expressionist and contemporary European art are some of the highlights of McMaster University’s collection of more than 5,500 works of art.

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Spencer Smith Park This wonderful lake side green space hosts a multitude of events all year long including Canada’s largest ribfest. It also has a number of Historical monuments that can be visited year round.

Burlington Art Centre Located just across the street from the Spencer Smith Park this facility had a wide variety of artists in their gallery. They have a large conference room that will seat up to 200 and smaller, more intimate, Fire side room which seats 40.

Royal Botanical Gardens Shared with the nearby city of Hamilton the Royal Botanical Gardens is a beautiful destination. With over 2,422 acres of nature sanctuary, the Gardens are the plant biodiversity hotspot for Canada. It also has the largest remaining population of Canada's most endangered tree, the Red Mulberry The gardens have both tamed and cultivated landscapes

The Burlington Teen Tour Band In operation since 1947 the BTTB is Canada’s Musical Ambassadors having played at a variety of international events Including the Rose bowl in 2007. The Band often plays at different events throughout the year including the Burlington Santa Claus Parade.

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accommodations BEST WESTERN BURLINGTON INN & SUITES located directly off of the Queen Elizabeth Way highway at Guelph Line and Queensway Drive.

Built in 2003 located directly in between Toronto and Niagara Falls and only five minutes away from Hamilton. In town we are located in the heart of Burlington,few minutes away from downtown. Within all rooms, guests can enjoy a delicious variety of complimentary and deluxe continental breakfast indoor heated Salt Water Pool and Hot Tub, Exercise Room,Free Parking Free Daily Newspapers

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2412 Queens Way Drive, Burlington, Ontario, L7R 3R9 Tel: 905-639-2700; 1-866-280-7778 Fax: 905-639-0900 66090@hotel.bestwestern.com www.bestwestern.com

COMFORT INN KITCHENER The Comfort Inn hotel near the Fairview Park Mall is conveniently located to all major tourist attractions and points of interest such as: Fairview Park Mall African Lion Safari, Bingemans, Chicopee ski area, Centre in the Square, Stratford for stage productions, Butterfly Conservatory, Kitchener Memorial Auditorium Comfort Inn Kitchener is a disability accessible hotel. Provided is free Motorcaoch parking, and a complimentary room for the driver/escort and welcome reception upon the check in.

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DAYS INN – HAMILTON This 60 rooms hotel opened in 2008 and is in Downtown Hamilton. We offer free continental breakfast, high speed internet, parking. All rooms have 32" TV, fridge, microwave, coffeemaker. We have parking for buses and motorcoach.We have special rooms for disable people and accsssiblity.

Close to Copps Colliseum, Universities and Colleges.We do accept student groups and sports groups

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Azim Kassam 210 Main St East, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N 1H3 Tel: 905-528-3297; 1-800-329-7466 Fax: 905-528-0101 info@hamiltondaysinn.com www.hamiltondaysinn.com

DAYS INN - LONDON - 143 modern guestrooms, including one King, two-Queen or two-Double beds; - In-room amenities: cable television with pay-per-view movies, coffee maker with tea and coffee, iron and board; - On-site coin laundry facilities; Ample complimentary parking; - 24 hour Front Desk Services; Business Centre; Complimentary wireless high-speed Internet Fitness Centre; - Seasonal heated outdoor swimming pool; - On-site family restaurant; - Facilities within walking distance include shopping centres and restaurants such as Boston Pizza, Jack Astors and Subway; - Newly renovated in 2008

990 Karen Goni - Sales Manager 1100 Wellington Road South, London, Ontario, N6E 1M2 Tel: 519-681-1240; 1-866-266-8266 Fax: 519-680-0830 sales@daysinnlondon.com www.daysinnlondon.com www.daysinn.ca

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Along with offering tastefully decorated guestrooms, we are proud to be the only hotel in Owen Sound with an indoor salt water heated pool. We also have a whirlpool, men’s and ladies saunas and fitness centre with treadmills, stationery bikes and free weights. Enjoy casual dining at Kincaid’s, open for your convenience at 7:00 a.m. and again for lunch and dinner. Pet friendly hotel. Days Inn & Conference Centre … “Georgian Bay Hospitality at its Best!”

M Jamie Heimbecker 950 Sixth Street East, Owen Sound, Ontario, N4K 1H1 Tel: 519-376-1551; 1-877-775-2614 Fax: 519-376-4288 daysinn@bmts.com www.daysinn.ca www.daysinn.ca

DAYS INN LEAMINGTON Located just minutes from Point Pelee National Park is the Pelee Days Inn. This 94-room full-service hotel boasts an on-site restaurant, two salt-water swimming pools, indoor water park, games atrium and dinner theatre should your group be interested in taking in a performance. Special menu selections are available, including a 100-Mile-Menu created from all local ingredients as well as a special Chef's Mystery Dinner, which is available to smaller groups.

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HILTON GARDEN INN BURLINGTON

HOLIDAY INN WINDSOR DOWNTOWN

Location is everything! Midway between Niagara Falls and Toronto...40 minutes in either direction. Located just off the QEW, one block from the new Cineplex Entertainment Complex with multi-movie theatre, 56 stores/outlet shops and several restaurants. This quaint hotel offers complimentary motorcoach parking for groups. No charge for baggage handling.

Convenience of on-site restaurant/lounge, indoor pool, fitness area, business centre, several banquet rooms for social gatherings. On-site self-laundry facilities. All 120 guestrooms have microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker.

The Hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the Rose City; within walking distance to the Caesars Casino, the beautiful riverfront, adjacent to the Detroit Windsor Tunnel and all the famously exquisite culinary options as well as nightlife you can imagine! Steps to public transit for shopping, art, theatre and so much more!

Cindy Simmons 985 Syscon Road, Burlington, Ontario, L7L 5S3 Tel: 905-631-7000; 1-866-432-6555 Fax: 905-631-7010 yyzbu-salesadm@hilton.com www.torontoburlington.gardeninn.com

HOLIDAY INN BURLINGTON-HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE The Signs of Change are Everywhere ~ Multi Million Dollar Makeover! Largest Hotel & Conference Centre "under one roof" between Toronto and Niagara Falls.

Alloro new Restaurant & Bar - Sunday Brunch.

Holidome/Atrium features; the largest indoor heated hotel pool in the city, sauna, whirlpool, Fitness Centre & billiards & games area. Outdoor Tennis & Basketball Court. Walking distance to six Restaurants & Shopping Mall. Exit #102 at Guelph Line, Free Parking. Telephone: 905-639-4443 Toll Free: 888-9874888 www.hiburlington.ca

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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HAMILTON-STONEY CREEK Located off the QEW & Centennial Pkwy with a driving distance of 72 km to either Toronto or Niagara Falls, Overnight guests of the Holiday Inn Express Hamilton enjoy our Free Express Start Hot Breakfast Bar and Motorcoach Parking. Featuring 136 Guestrooms, Cardio Centre, Business Station and Guest Laundry Room. Restaurant Adjacent and Complimentary on-site motorcoach parking. Fully accessible including select accessible rooms. Real Service, Really!

M Michael Regan 49 Goderich Road, Hamilton, Ontario, L8E 4W8 Tel: 905-578-1212; 1-800-465-4329 Fax: 905-578-6468 sales@hiexhamilton.com www.hiexhamilton.com

Nadia Gelmo 430 Ouellette Avenue, Windsor, Ontario, N9A 1B2 Tel: 519-256-4656; 1-888-256-4656 Fax: 519-256-9745 reservations@hidowntownwindsor.com www.hidowntownwindsor.com

HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON TORONTO/BURLINGTON Conveniently situated between Toronto and Niagara Falls, Homewood Suites by Hilton Burlington is an upscale all-suite hotel featuring studio, king Jacuzzi, one and two bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens. Rates include: Hot Breakfast Buffet daily, Welcome Home Reception light meal Monday Thursday evenings, Indoor Pool, Patio Courtyard with BBQ’s, Sports Court, 24hr Fitness Centre, 24hr Business Center, On-site Laundry Facilities, Complimentary Wired and Wireless Internet Access, 24hr Suite Shop® convenience store.

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LAURIER CONFERENCE SERVICES Between May and August, Wilfrid Laurier University offers conference facilities for up to 1000 guests. With over 75 classrooms and unique meeting spaces, outstanding food services, and first-class recreation facilities, Laurier is an excellent location for hosting small or large conferences, business training, sporting events or regional meetings. Laurier is centrally located in Waterloo, and is an ideal and economoical choice for all types of conferences or events.

M Susan MacKenzie 75 University Avenue West, Waterloo, Ontario, N2L 3C5 Tel: 519-884-0710 Ext 3958 Fax: 519-725-7574 conferences@wlu.ca www.laurierconferences.ca

QUALITY HOTEL & SUITES - WOODSTOCK Each of our 135 tastefully decorated, spacious and comfortable guest rooms and suites are a welcome sight at the end of a busy day. Our guest services include Ody’s restaurant and Lounge.

Whatever your budget is we will prepare a menu for your group. We offer welcome reception and minimal walking distance to the city’s shopping centre. We offer complimentary rooms for your bus driver and escort with a minimum of 25 rooms booked.

999 Barbara Flood 580 Bruin Blvd., Woodstock, Ontario, N4V 1E5 Tel: 519-537-5586; 1-800-667-4466 Fax: 519-421-1304 b.flood@woodstockqualityhotel.com www.woodstockqualityhotel.com

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SHERATON HAMILTON HOTEL

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Newly renovated hotel conveniently located with access to major highways, minutes from The Sanderson Centre, OLG Casino Brantford, the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, Earl Haig Family Fun Park, the Arrowdale and Northridge Public Golf Courses. This pet-friendly hotel offers free continental breakfast, free wireless WiFi, free weekday newspaper, free local calls, free 24-hour coffee/tea in the lobby. Indoor heated pool, exercise room. Spacious guestrooms with refrigerators, coffeemakers, hairdryers, ironing equipment, cable television. Some feature whirlpool bathtubs and handicap accessible, non-smoking rooms available.

Convenience, renovated amenities and a friendly, experienced staff mean you’ll find comfort and peace of mind when choosing the Sheraton Hamilton Hotel! Featuring on-site business services and high speed internet access, as well as delicious group catering, an in house restaurant and brand new bar and lounge, the Sheraton is the ideal solution for your next meeting or event.

At Sheraton you don’t just stay, you belong.

The Travelodge Cambridge is your home away-fromhome. Whether traveling on business or leisure we will make your stay relaxing and enjoyable. We include a Complimentary Deluxe Buffet Breakfast, our Rooms come equipped with small fridges, microwaves, coffee-makers, hair-dryers and an iron/ironing board. Wifi throughout the building, in each of our rooms. Our on-site restaurant, Archies Bar & Grill, allows you to grab a hearty meal, or relax and watch your favourite sports team. Conveniently located in the heart of the City of Cambridge, near business/industrial/shopping districts, making us a Great Choice to Stay.

M Peter Dennis 664 Colborne St East, Brantford, Ontario, N3S 3P8 Tel: 519-758-9999 Fax: 519 758 1515 qibrantford@rogers.com www.choicehotels.ca/cn870

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Sheri Martin 817 Exeter Road, London, Ontario, N6E 1W1 Tel: 519-681-4900; 1-800-303-3733 Fax: 519-681-5065 ramadalondonsales@on.aibn.com www.ramadainnlondon.com

REDEEMER UNIVERSITY COLLEGE Redeemer University College offers comfortable and affordable accommodation for groups up to 450 from May to August. Redeemer is an excellent location for touring groups, sporting events and conferences. Meeting rooms, attractive dining areas, a gymnasium and a 970-seat auditorium are all conveniently located in one building.

All facilities are air-conditioned. Complimentary parking, internet and local phone calls. Close to Niagara Falls, Toronto and St. Jacobs.

M Yolanda Bax 777 Garner Rd. E., Ancaster, Ontario, L9K 1J4 Tel: 905-648-2131; 1-800-263-6467 Fax: 905-648-2134 conferences@redeemer.ca www.redeemer.ca/conferences www.redeemer.ca/accommodations

SUPER 8 MOTEL - MOUNT HOPE 1.5 km from Hamilton Airport, free wireless internet, coffeemaker & hairdryers in all rooms.

Nearby restaurants. Pet Policy available. 3 golf courses nearby, mall shopping 10 minutes. Free guest parking, parking lot security camera. 1 Hour drive to Toronto, 1 hour drive to Niagara Falls. 20 minutes from Toronto Motor Sports Racetrack, minutes to Cameron Gocart track.

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Ramada London is Tour Friendly Certified.Bus Tour Package includes, One Comp room for every 15 booked and paid for.Complimentary Room for Bus Driver Tour Escorts and Bus Drivers receive complimentary meals when group dines in-house. Welcome Punch Reception,On-Board Greeting, Turndown Service. Features: NEW Simmons Beautyrest Signature Beds,New Pillows and New Linens in ALL guestrooms,in-house Restaurant/Lounge, Indoor Swimming Pool,Fitness Room and Wheelchair accessible rooms. Free Motorcoach Parking and Baggage Service $5.00 per passenger round trip (optional) Near Shopping Mall and Restaurants.

M William Brown 116 King Street West, Hamilton, Ontario, L8P 4V3 Tel: 905-529-5515; 1-800-514-7101 Fax: 905-529-2609 sheratonhamilton@sheraton.com www.sheraton.com/hamilton

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QUALITY INN & SUITES BRANTFORD

99 Mary Plott 2975 Homestead Drive, Mount Hope, Ontario, L0R 1W0 Tel: 905-679-3355; 1-800-800-8000 Fax: 905-679-5109 PlottMar@wynhg.com www.super8.com

THE HARBOURFRONT INN The Harbourfront Inn is uniquely located along the water's edge of Sarnia Harbour and across the road from beautiful Centennial Park. Each of our 102 guest rooms feature LCD TV's, cable, coffee makers, hair dryers, iron and ironing board.

Complimentary continental breakfast and free wireless internet. Ample motor coach parking.

Complimentary rooms to bus driver and escort.

Located next door to 2 restaurants.

M Denise Seller 505 Harbour Road, Sarnia, Ontario, N7T 5R8 Tel: 519-337-5434; 1-800-787-5010 Fax: 519-332-5882 harbourfrontinn@cogeco.net www.sarniaharbourfront.com

THE LITTLE INN The Little Inn of Bayfield has warmly welcomed guests to Ontario since the 1830's when it first opened its doors as a coach stop. Located in the picturesque, heritage village of Bayfield, Ontario, on Lake Huron's sandy shores, The Little Inn provides elegant accommodations and an exceptional culinary experience.

Offering customized getaways for the discerning traveler that explore the best of the region.

9999 M Darren Erb 26 Main St. N, Bayfield, Ontario, N0M 1G0 Tel: 519-565-2611; 1-800-565-1832 innkeeper@littleinn.com www.littleinn.com

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CREATING GREAT EXPERIENCES History, Culture and Natural Beauty

ART GALLERY OF HAMILTON

HAMILTON CIVIC MUSEUMS

HAMILTON INTERNATIONAL TATTOO

Experience one of Canada’s finest art collections – featuring over 9,500 works and changing exhibitions – during 1-½ hour guided tours with award-winning Docents.

Wonderful gift shop. Escort and driver admitted free.

Tel: 905-527-6610 www.artgalleryofhamilton.com

Discover five National Historic Sites of Canada, and much more! Enjoy guided tours led by costumed interpreters.

Experience curriculum-linked educational programs. Request your copy of our award-winning Field Trip Planner today!

Tel: 905-546-2424, ext. 7527 • Fax: 905-540-5511 museums@hamilton.ca • www.hamilton.ca/museums

The Canadian International Military Tattoo. June 25-26, 2011 Hamilton Ontario. Connecting Canadians to their Military through music. Celebrating 100 years of the Canadian Navy and the 60th anniversary of the start of the Korean War. Tel: 905-523-1753 • 1-888-523-1753 info@canadianmilitarytattoo.ca • www.canadianmilitarytattoo.ca

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HAMILTON/STONEY CREEK

DAYS INN – HAMILTON

THE SHERATON HAMILTON HOTEL

Located off the QEW & Centennial Pkwy, guests of the Holiday Inn Express Hamilton enjoy a Free Express Start Breakfast Bar, Free Wireless and Free Parking. Real Service. REALLY! Tel: 905-578-1212 • Fax: 905-578-6468 www.hiexhamilton.com

Travel more and spend less! At Days Inn - Hamilton enjoy: Free Daybreak Café breakfast, free high-speed Internet access, newly renovated rooms with a mini-fridge & microwave, fantastic downtown location.

Tel: 905-528-3297 • Fax: 905-528-0101 210 Main Street East Hamilton, Ontario L8N 1H3 info@hamiltondaysinn.com • www.hamiltondaysinn.com

Ideally located less than 60 minutes from Niagara and Toronto, guests can recharge after a day of sightseeing in our pool, whirlpool, fitness centre, internet lounge or restaurant. At Sheraton, you don’t just stay, you belong.

Tel: 905-529-5515 • Fax: 905-529-2609 sheratonhamilton@sheraton.com

GERITOL FOLLIES

HMCS HAIDA

CANADIAN WARPLANE HERITAGE MUSEUM

The incomparable Geritol Follies Variety Show is a rip-roaring musical and comedy extravaganza that features the music, dance and comedy of our times! May 25, 26 & 27 and December 1 & 2, 2011.

Tel: 905-528-8095 www.geritolfollies.ca

HMCS Haida known as “Canada’s Most Decorated Warship” is a Tribal Class destroyer built in England and commissioned into the Royal Canadian Navy in 1943. The ship served in many theatres of operation including World War II and the Korean War. Tel: 905-526-7041 57 Guise Street East, Hamilton, ON, L8L 8K4 discovery.info@pc.gc.ca

A place of learning for everyone, Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum’s goals includes the restoration and preservation of aircraft flown by Canadians or the Canadian Military, including one of the two remaining operational Avro Lancasters.

Tel: 905-679- 4183 www.warplane.com

CREATING GREAT EXPERIENCES History, Culture and Natural Beauty

BEST WESTERN BURLINGTON INN AND SUITES

BURLINGTON ART CENTRE

HALTON REGION MUSEUM

Guests can enjoy a delicious variety of complimentary and deluxe continental breakfast. indoor heated Salt Water Pool and Hot Tub, Exercise Room, Free Parking, Free HighSpeed Internet and Free Daily Newspapers.

Tel: 905-639-2700 • Fax: 1-866-280-7778 www.bestwestern.com/prop_66090 • www.bestwestern.com/burlington

The Burlington Art Centre offers unique and diverse meeting rooms with an artistic flair! You'll enjoy our shop and cafe.

Tel: 905-632-7796, ext. 302 1333 Lakeshore Road Burlington, ON L7S 1A9 www.thebac.ca

Located in Kelso Conservation Area, provides a scenic setting for year round group, tour, corporate and education excursions; indoors or out, 365 days a year. Innovative interactive programs for all ages – from seniors to tots.

Tel: 905-875-2200, ext. 23• 1-866-442-5866/7935/23 5181 Kelso Rd, R.R. #3, Milton, ON L9T 2X7 • www.halton.ca/museum

HILTON GARDEN INN BURLINGTON

HOLIDAY INN BURLINGTON HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE

HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON BURLINGTON

Hilton Garden Inn in Burlington, Ontario has convenient access to both Niagara Falls and Toronto, just a short drive away. One block from the Cineplex Entertainment Complex, with Movie Theatres, multiple stores/outlets, & restaurants.

Tel: 905-631-7000 • Fax: 905-631-7010 yyzbu-salesadm@hilton.com • www.torontoburlington.gardeninn.com

The signs of change are everywhere ~ Multi Million Dollar Makeover. LARGEST Hotel & Conference Centre "under one roof" between Toronto and Niagara Falls! Walking distance to Restaurants & Shopping Mall. Free Parking.

Tel: 905-639-4443 • 1-888-987-4888 www.hiburlington.ca

An upscale all-suite hotel featuring studio, one and two bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens. Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet daily, evening light meal Monday-Thursday, Indoor Pool, Patio Courtyard with BBQ’s.

Tel: 905-631-8300 www.burlington.homewoodsuites.com 975 Syscon Rd., Burlington, ON L7L 5S3

JOSEPH BRANT MUSEUM

ROYAL BOTANICAL GARDENS

DUTCH MILL COUNTRY MARKET

The Museums of Burlington interpret the early settlement of Burlington,Ontarioandengagethepublicthroughinteractiveexhibits, special programs, dynamic tours and a roster of special events.

Ireland House Museum Joseph Brant Museum Tel:905-332-9888•Fax:905-332-1714 Tel:905-634-3556•1-888-748-5386 www.museumsofburlington.com

Explore Canada's largest botanical garden, featuring over 2,700 acres of gardens and nature sanctuaries. Experience one of the world's largest lilac collection, over 100,000 spring bulbs and a Mediterranean Garden under glass. Plus, enjoy the Gardens' Shop and three on-site restaurants.

Tel: 905-527-1158 • Fax: 905-527-0375 www.rbg.ca

A rewarding addition to any tour group’s itinerary and easily accessible from any major route. Unique shopping and country charm, only at The Dutch Mill.

Tel: 905-689-7253 533 Millgrove Side Road RR#2 Waterdown ON LOR 2H2 www.dutchmillcountrymarket.ca

414 Locust Street, Burlington ON L7S 1T7 • 905.634.5594 • 1.877.499.9989 groups@tourismburlington.com • www.tourismburlington.com

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ART GALLERY OF HAMILTON Experience one of the finest collections in Canada – featuring over 9,500 works of art conveniently located in the heart of downtown Hamilton! Exhibitions change three times yearly for your viewing pleasure, including European and international works and treasures by the Group of Seven. Tour the Gallery in 1 ½ hours led by our award-winning, knowledgeable Docents.

Extensive gift shop offers unique gifts, glassware and ceramics by local artists, and more. Escort and driver admitted free.

Vince Franco 123 King Street West, Hamilton, Ontario, L8P 4S8 Tel: 905-527-6610 Fax: 905-577-6940 vince@artgalleryofhamilton.com www.artgalleryofhamilton.com

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BURLINGTON ART CENTRE The Burlington Art Centre is an art gallery and studio space which visitors can enjoy free of charge. We also have a delightful gallery shop called Art Etc which features hand-crafted Canadian art, fine craft and stunning jewellery to suit all tastes. The building is fully accessible and also has a pleasant cafe for coffee, tea and light meals. Parking is available behind the building for minimal cost, and motorcoaches are welcome. Please call ahead!

M Lenore Lowe 1333 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, Ontario, L7S 1A9 Tel: 905-632-7796 Fax: 905-632-0278 lenore.lowe@burlingtonartcentre.on.ca TheBAC.ca

CANADIAN WARPLANE HERITAGE MUSEUM One of the world's largest displays of operational aircraft. A distinctive delta-shaped building houses over 40 aircraft from World War II to Jets, including the only flying Avro Lancaster in North America.Ongoing aircraft restoration projects, interactive displays, photographs and memorabilia exhibited. Interactive aircraft exhibits are available. Vintage aircraft fly (in season). Large giftshop on site. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner packages available for Group Tours. Complimentary motorcoach parking. Complimentary admission to driver & escort. Suggest 11/2 - 4 hours.

Tony Anderson 9280 Airport Road, Hamilton International Airport, Mount Hope, Ontario, L0R 1W0 Tel: 905-679-4183; 1-877-347-3359 Fax: 905-679-4186 museum@warplane.com www.warplane.com

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HMCS HAIDA HMCS Haida known as “Canada’s Most decorated Warship” is a Tribal Class destroyer built in England and commissioned into the Royal Canadian Navy in 1943. The ship served in many theatres of operation including World War II and the Korean War. HMCS Haida was designated as a National Historic Site of Canada in 1984 by Parks Canada and has been docked in Hamilton at Pier 9 since 2003.

Darla Campbell 57 Guise Street East, Hamilton, Ontario, L8L 8K4 Tel: 905-526-7041 darla.campbell@pc.gc.ca

HALTON REGIONAL MUSEUM Located in the heart of Kelso Conservation Area, Milton, this unique site provides a scenic setting for year round tours. Ideal for environmental, team building, special event and mystery tours.

Indoors or out, 365 days a year. Innovative, interactive programs for all ages with or without "hisorical flavour". One to five hour programs for under $30* per person including three course meal. Corporate and conventions welcome. Easy Highway access off 401. Complimentary Motorcoach parking. Free Admission*

M Julie Sutton-Yardley 5181 Kelso Road, Milton, Ontario, L9T 2X7 Tel: 905-875-2200; 1-866-442-5866 Fax: 905-827-9833 julie.sutton-yardley@halton.ca www.halton.ca/museum

HAMILTON CIVIC MUSEUMS 7,000 years of wealth, war, work and scandal.

Visit treasures stamped with history: Battlefield House Museum & Park—site of the Battle of Stoney Creek in 1813 Fieldcote Memorial Park & Museum—a celebration of natural heritage Griffin House—part of the Black Heritage Network Museum of Steam & Technology-the birth of Canada’s Industrial Revolution Whitehern Historic House & Garden— life on the eve of WWII and Dundurn National Historic Site—Dundurn Castle, Military Museum and Coach House Restaurant. Handy motorcoach parking. Escort and driver complimentary. Tours average one hour. Contact individual museums for accessibility.

Rebecca Oliphant 71 Main St. West, 4th floor, Hamilton, Ontario, L8P 4Y5 Tel: 905-546-4688 Fax: 905-546-2338 roliphan@hamilton.ca www.hamilton.ca

HURON COUNTY MUSEUM AND HISTORIC GAOL The Huron County Museum is a first-class community museum offering modern exhibition galleries and professional support spaces in a clienvironment.

Temporary mate-controlled exhibits cover a wide spectrum of interest and permanent exhibits depict the early settlement and development of Huron County. The Huron Historic Gaol (a National Historic Site) is a unique and imposing octagonal building which served as the County Jail from 1842 – 1972. The attached Governor’s House was built in 1901.

Jeremy Allin 110 North Street, Goderich, Ontario, N7A 2T8 Tel: 519-524-2686 Fax: 519-524-1922 www.huroncounty.ca/museum

KNAPP'S COUNTRY MARKET & NURSERIES Knapp’s Country Market features an onsite bakery, homemade preserves, pesticide-free produce, country crafts, an ice cream parlour and organic products. Enjoy a light lunch on the Lakeside Garden Patio and taste the nectar of the country.

Adjacent is the Nursery & Garden Centre full of everything you need to make your garden grow.

You can also take a ride on the Berry Wagon to pick your own berries. Experience the magic of nature…

Roger Knapp 8066 Wellington County Road 124, RR1 Guelph, Ontario, N1H 6H7 Tel: 519-824-4222 (Market) 519 824-1700 (Nursery) Fax: 519-763-9271 roger@itsdo.com www.knappscountrymarket.com

LABATT BREWERY - LONDON HOMETOWN BREWERY TOURS Labatt Hometown Brewery Tours run all year Monday to Friday during full operation. Call 519850-TOUR/email londontour@labatt.com to prebook your tour. Cost $10.00 per person Tour Itinerary (2hrs): 45 minute walkthrough brewhouse, fermenting, ageing, packaging areas; tasting session; Q&A/ Beer Trivia. Tour includes collectible tour t-shirt, 15% off coupon for merchandise at Labatt Beer Store. Please ensure to wear closed toe/heel and flat footwear. Group sizes from 1-28 people. Multiple tours are available for larger groups.

M Stephanie Foran 150 Simcoe Street, PO Box 5050, London, Ontario, N6A 4M3 Tel: 519-667-7211 Fax: 519-667-7532 londontour@labatt.com www.labatt.com www.labattblue.ca

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LAMBTON HERITAGE MUSEUM

ROYAL BOTANICAL GARDENS

Discover the unique human and natural history of Sarnia-Lambton. Explore 8 buildings including a modern exhibit centre, agricultural display buildings and 5 restored 19th century buildings. Enjoy our gift shop, picnic area and clean washrooms. We will welcome your group and orient them to our large county-run facility. Average Length of Visit: 12 hours. Escort/driver comp. policy. Admission $5. adult, $4 senior. Student/Youth programmes also available. Call for rates. Free motorcoach parking.

Disability accessible. www.lclmg.org

National Historic Site of Canada, conveniently located mid-way between Toronto and Niagara Falls, features over 2,700 acres of breathtaking gardens and spectacular nature sanctuaries. Experience four outdoor display gardens, a Mediterranean Garden under glass, and much more. Enjoy guided tours, three onsite restaurants, The Gardens’ Shop and festivals and events. Day trip packages have been designed to assist you with your tour planning needs.

Gwen Watson 10035 Museum Road, RR#2, Grand Bend, Ontario, N0M 1T0 Tel: 519-243-2600 Fax: 519-243-2646 gwen.watson@county-lambton.on.ca www.lclmg.org

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LATITUDE 42 Enjoy unique morning, afternoon, lunch or dinner tours by bicycle, passenger van, coach, or private luxury sedan. Facilitated meetings, culinary, golf, creative team building events, accommodation, spa, Craft Brewery, Niagara Falls and exclusive VIP packages are available. We are Canada's original and largest wine and culinary event and experience provider. We have planned and hosted many events for groups and companies since 1992.Our clients include Fortune 500 companies to family reunions, bachelorettes, alumni groups and couples seeking a great getaway.

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Lance Patten 340 Dalhousie St., Bob-Lo Visitor Center, Amherstburg, Ontario, N9V 1X3 Tel: 519-981-8281; 888-981-8281 latitude42@cogeco.net www.latitude42tours.com www.niagaraworldwinetours.com

MUSEUMS OF BURLINGTON Joseph Brant Museum and Ireland House at Oakridge Farm are two historic sites and museums that present: the history of Joseph Brant Thayendanegea, one of the area's first citizens and an important Native figure and also interpreted is the early settlement of Burlington and waterfront development along Lake Ontario. The Museums of Burlington aim to engage the public through exciting, interactive exhibits, special programs, dynamic tours and a roster of special events.

Special Events Programmer 1240 North Shore Blvd. E., Burlington, Ontario, L7S 1C5 Tel: 905-634-3556; 1-888-748-5386 Fax: 905-634-4498 hentzs@burlington.ca www.museumsofburlington.com

Pamela Bowen 680 Plains Road West, Burlington/Hamilton, Ontario, L7T 4H4 Tel: 905-527-1158 Fax: 905-577-0375 pbowen@rbg.ca www.rbg.ca

STONES 'N BONES MUSEUM Stones 'N Bones, is an outstanding natural history museum with 12 galleries, including a new 'DINOSAURS GALORE' gallery, on two floors in a 10,000 sq. ft. building in downtown Sarnia. The fun begins as the motorcoach parks at the door with our tour guide's welcome! Allow 2 hours for our entertaining, guided tour, and a gift boutique visit. 2010/2011 admission is $6.00 adult/$3.00 children under 12 (plus 13% HST). Escort/driver are free, each receives a $10.00 voucher for the boutique.

Jim Richards 223 N. Christina Street, Sarnia, Ontario, N7T 5V1 Tel: 519-336-2100 Fax: 519-336-2102 stonesnbones@ebtech.net www.stonesnbones.ca

THE CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL MILITARY TATTOO Impress your clients with historical theme seen through The Canadian International Military Tattoo, each June in Hamilton, Ontario. Afternoon and evening performances with military bands, display teams, musicians, dancers and more. Show is previous winner of: ABA Top 100 Events 2000; Festivals and Events Ontario Top 50 Award 2001–2008. Top 20 Festival of Distiction 2009-2010.Tickets: Groups $25.00,Driver/escorts free,Adults $32.50; Seniors $27; Students $22; Children $15. Assistance with dining accom is available www.canadianmilitarytattoo.ca Richard Seager, Business Manager 101 York Boulevard, Hamilton, Ontario, L8R 3L4 Tel: 905-523-1753; 1-888-523-1753 Fax: 905-523-1754 info@canadianmilitarytattoo.ca www.hamiltontattoo.ca www.canadianmilitarytattoo.ca

OIL MUSEUM OF CANADA

WELLINGTON COUNTY MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES

National Historic Site - first commerical oil well in North America (1858). Visitors get a unique and rare opportunity to gain insight into one of the world's most important industries. A wealth of petroleum industry artifacts plus photos, stories, and so much more show and tell the exciting life and times in an early oil town. Witness the courage, determination, and accomplishments of Canada's oil pioneers!

Located in a picturesque, pastoral setting between Elora and Fergus. Featuring changing exhibits highlighting Wellington County's history, as well as offering contemporary art shows and travelling exhibitions. Grounds feature hiking trails, picnic facilities, unique heritage gardens and free parking. On site gift shop. Wheelchair accessible. Housed in a National Historic Site recognized as Canada's oldest surviving House of Industry.

M Connie Bell 2423 Kelly Road, PO Box 16, Oil Springs, Ontario, N0N 1P0 Tel: 519-834-2840 Fax: 519 834-2840 oil.museum@county-lambton.on.ca www.lclmg.org

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Libby Walker 0536 Wellington Rd. 18, RR 1, Fergus, Ontario, NIM 2W3 Tel: 519-846-0916 Fax: 519-846-9630 libbyw@wcm.on.ca www.wcm.on.ca

boat tours DUC D’ORLEANS II Cast off with us under the watchful eye of the Captain and his crew aboard the Duc d'Orleans II! We offer daily two hour luncheon cruises (with commentary and music) on the beautiful St. Clair River and are conveniently located in downtown Sarnia, Ontario, just minutes away from the US border, casinos, horse racing and much more. Motor coach parking is available beside the ship so walking is minimal and we are also handicapped accessible.

Sherry Bracewell 297 Front Street North, Sarnia, Ontario, N7T 5S6 Tel: 519-337-5152; 1-888-493-9941 Fax: 519-862-4751 info@ducdorleans.com www.ducdorleans.com

destination marketing GREY COUNTY TOURISM Welcome to Ontario's premiere four season destination - Grey County. We have 8 waterfalls, come experience them on our Waterfall Tour! We are also home to The Village at Blue Mountain by Intrawest, and many, many more attractions, contact us today! Visit us online for information on our many day trips, cultural & natural attractions, events and accommodations to plan your travel experience. Getaway to Grey...as close as this weekend! www.visitgrey.ca. 1-877-SEE-GREY (733-4739).

Amanda Pausner 102599 Grey Road 18 RR#4, Owen Sound, Ontario, N4K 5N6 Tel: 519-376-3365; 1-877-733-4739 Fax: 519-376-4654 industry@visitgrey.ca www.visitgrey.ca

GROUP TRAVEL IN HURON COUNTY ONTARIO'S WEST COAST Our countryside offers charming towns and villages, festivals, exciting cultural & special events, interesting heritage attractions, dining, shopping, unique accommodations, great theatre and more. Our Group Tour Manual has been assembled for your groups' travel planning. Your groups can explore this beautiful county located along the golden sands of Lake Huron. Just 45 minutes west of the Stratford Festival, stay and coast awhile here on Ontario's West Coast. For information and our group tour manual, contact: Huron Tourism Association c/o County of Huron 57 Napier St., Goderich, Ontario, N7A 1W2 Tel: 519-524-8394 Ext 3; 1-888-524-8394 Ext 3 Fax: 519-524-5677 tourism@huroncounty.ca www.ontarioswestcoast.ca

Huron County and its nine diverse and vibrant municipalities offer a quality of life that is second to none. Home to unique and interesting museums & attractions; artists with extraordinary styles and technique; the most agriculturally productive county in Ontario; with accommodations to suit every need. Visiting Huron County is a vacation you will not soon forget.

1-888-524-8394 Ext. 3

TOURISM BURLINGTON

TOURISM GODERICH

Ontario's South Coast, along the shores of Lake Erie, offers a variety of unique packages... theatre, agritourism, antiquing, bird-watching, gardening, wineries, dining, arts & culture, fairs and festivals.

Visit Port Dover, Long Point, Simcoe, Delhi, Waterford and Port Rowan...a warm welcome awaits you. Ontario's South Coast is less than two hours from most major centres - the perfect destination for a day trip or a great weekend getaway. Ontario's South Coast, come feel the warmth!

Burlington located on the shores of Lake Ontario with the beautiful cliffs of the Niagara Escarpment as its backdrop. A newly renovated waterfront features year round activities for the entire family. Enjoy exquisite dining, unique shopping (IKEA), world-renowned Royal Botanical Gardens, museums, art gallery, golf greens, scenic hiking and biking trails and lively festivals such as the Sound of Music and Canada’s largest Ribfest. Come visit us and elevate your experience in Burlington.

Steeped in historical charm and natural beauty, the Port of Goderich on the shore of Lake Huron, takes pride in its reputation at Canada's prettiest town, winner of multiple Communities In Bloom Awards." Take a virtual tour at goderich.ca. Parks, beaches, walking trails, golf, fishing, special events, museums, heritage architecture, guided bus tours and horse drawn carriage rides are just a few of the attractions to enjoy.

Once you visit Goderich, your heart will never leave.

Bob Marshall 91 Hamilton Street, Goderich, Ontario, N7A 1R1 Tel: 519-524-6600; 1-800-280-7637 Fax: 519-524-1466 tourism@goderich.ca www.goderich.ca

M Lorraine DeSerrano 30 Peel Street, Simcoe, Ontario, N3Y 1R9 Tel: 519-426-9497; 1-800-699-9038 Fax: 519-426-9689 tourism@norfolkcounty.on.ca www.norfolktourism.ca www.norfolkfarms.com

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M Linda Olimer 414 Locust Street, Burlington, Ontario, L7S 1T7 Tel: 905-634-5594; 1-877-499-9989 Fax: 905-634-7220 info@tourismburlington.com www.tourismburlington.com

TOURISM LONDON London, Ontario is an incredible leisure travel destination that has virtually everything a visitor could ask for, whether you are looking for entertainment, heritage, festivals, events, attractions, family getaways, shopping, sports, winery and breweries tours. Today, London offers up a selection of tourism products that are exciting, vibrant and fun filled. For detailed information on this exciting destination, call Tourism London at 1-800-265-2602 or visit the website at www.londontourism.ca or www.discoverourspirit.com Marty Rice 267 Dundas St, London, Ontario, N6A 1H2 Tel: 519-661-6385; 1-800-265-2602 Fax: 519-661-6160 mrice@londontourism.ca www.londontourism.ca www.discoverourspirit.com

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KITCHENER-WATERLOO OKTOBERFEST

We're quirky,friendly,photogenic! Midway between Toronto and Windsor at Hwy 401/403 Norwich Ave.Woodstock exit. Perfect rural getaway. Our Visitor Information Centre open daily 9-5 with dining and washroom facilities.

Boutique and big box shopping. Heritage architecture,fresh-from-the-farm foods, big band dancing,Harvard Aircraft,winery,artist studios, whimsical display gardens,1800's barn dinner theatre, walking trails. Quaker and Underground Railroad lore, large Amish community, Studite Fathers'$3 million lighthouse gallery, winter Lights tours, cheese museum. Motorcycle maps.

FREE Explore Oxford guides. Telephone extension #3355.

October 8-16, 2010 and October 7-15, 2011 - Visit Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest and experience Canada's Greatest Bavarian Festival! Discover the spirit of GemĂźtlichkeit! This annual nine-day festival begins Thanksgiving weekend with the ceremonial "Tapping of the Keg". Plan your visit to include many of the family and cultural events and Canada's largest Thanksgiving Day Parade!

Festhallen offer unique Bavarian atmosphere, cuisine, bands and folk dancers. Honoured as American Bus Association "Top Event in Canada" & FEO Event of Distinction.

Cathy Bingham 580 Bruin Blvd., Woodstock, Ontario, N4V 1E5 Tel: 519-539-9800; 1-866-801-7368 Fax: 519-537-2718 tourism@oxfordcounty.ca www.tourismoxford.ca www.rideoxford.ca

Welcome to miles of scenic waterfront, lush award winning floral gardens and parks, and extra special hospitality. Bordered by the sparkling blue waters of Lake Huron and the St. Clair River, Sarnia & Lambton County are Ontario's Blue Water Country! Sarnia-Lambton features a vast array of group focused activities like; professional live theatre, boat cruises, two gaming sites, heritage sites, shopping, museums & art galleries featuring the Group of Seven.

Closer than you think!

M Beverley Horodyski 556 N. Christina Street, Sarnia, ON, N7T 5W6 Tel: 519-336-3232; 1-800-265-0316 Fax: 519-336-3278 bhorodyski@tourismsarnialambton.com www.tourismsarnialambton.com

Ana Golobic 17 Benton Street, Kitchener, Ontario, N2G 3G9 Tel: 519-570-4267; 1-888-294-4267 Fax: 519-742-3072 info@oktoberfest.ca www.oktoberfest.ca

SIMCOE CHRISTMAS PANORAMA We've been making spirits bright for half a century and invite you to visit Ontario's original Christmas light display. Our step-on-guides will illuminate the history and beauty of our 135,000 lights and 60 themed displays on your 45-minute tour of our famous "River of Lights" show. Come experience our small town hospitality, call 1-800338-0273 and we'll send you information on local restaurants, attractions and amenities so you can start planning your trip today!

Susan Robertson P.O. Box 811, Simcoe, Ontario, N3Y 4T2 Tel: 519-426-1022; 1-800-338-0273 Fax: 519-426-2091 lights@simcoepanorama.ca www.simcoepanorama.ca

restaurants GOLDEN GRIDDLE FAMILY RESTAURANTS

festivals & events GERITOL FOLLIES VARIETY SHOW The incomparable Geritol Follies Variety Show is a rip-roaring musical and comedy extravaganza that features great music, dance and comedy.

Audiences are inspired by this troupe of entertainers who believe that life begins at 60!

Your group will be treated to comfortable seating at the internationally acclaimed Hamilton Place Theatre. Motorcoach parking is available.

Minimal walking is required to visit the art gallery, trendy restaurants and mall shopping.

Group discounts may apply.

Catherine Colombo 1 Summers Lane, Hamilton, Ontario, L8P 4Y3 Tel: 905-528-8095; 1-877-314-7469 Fax: 905-528-2265 geritolfollies@bellnet.ca www.geritolfollies.ca

Our locations are a perfect fit for bus tours and close to major tourist attractions. From breakfasts through to dinner, we can satisfy groups of all ages. All of our restaurants offer the driver and tour guide a complimentary meal, including non-alcoholic beverage. We can seat 150 to 200 people. There is ample parking for buses, and a number of our sites are near main highways such as Hwy. 400, Hwy. 401 and Hwy. 404.

M The Golden Griddle Corporation 305 Milner Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M1B 3V4 Tel: 416-609-2200 Fax: 416-609-2207 general@goldengriddlecorp.com www.goldengriddlecorp.com

GOLDEN GRIDDLE FAMILY RESTAURANT Woodlawn Centre, 20 Woodlawn Road East, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1G7 Tel: 519-836-4590 Fax: 519-836-6567 general@goldengriddlecorp.com www.goldengriddlecorp.com

51 Keefer Court, Stoney Creek, Ontario, L8E 4V4 Tel: 905-573-6234 Fax: 905-573-9068 general@goldengriddlecorp.com www.goldengriddlecorp.com

GOLDEN GRIDDLE FAMILY RESTAURANT 1119 Fennell Avenue E, Hamilton, Ontario, L8T 1S2 Tel: 905-388-8111 Fax: 905-388-8108 general@goldengriddlecorp.com www.goldengriddlecorp.com

GOLDEN GRIDDLE FAMILY RESTAURANT Auto 2000 Plaza, 3485 Harvester Road, Burlington, Ontario, L7N 3T3 Tel: 905-632-1114 Fax: 905-632-5300 general@goldengriddlecorp.com www.goldengriddlecorp.com

GOLDEN GRIDDLE FAMILY RESTAURANT 4440 Tecumseh Road East, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1K5 Tel: 519-945-6060 Fax: 519-945-2885 general@goldengriddlecorp.com www.goldengriddlecorp.com

GOLDEN GRIDDLE FAMILY RESTAURANT 1067 Wellington Road South, London, Ontario, N6E 2H5 Tel: 519-668-2833 Fax: 519-668-2889 general@goldengriddlecorp.com www.goldengriddlecorp.com

shopping DUTCH MILL COUNTRY MARKET Dutch Mill offers a unique and inviting experience in the country, within easy reach of the city.

Approximately a one-hour drive from Toronto or Niagara Falls, and easily accessible from any major route, Dutch Mill is a rewarding addition to any group’s itinerary. Specializing in warm, friendly, service and shopping pleasure. Hearty country lunches,salad bar,homemade soups and sandwiches, fresh baked breads and desserts. Onsite park and farm animals. Ample motorcoach parking, escort/driver comp.

Janet Simeone 533 Millgrove Side Rd., Waterdown, Ontario, L0R 1V0 Tel: 905-689-7253 Fax: 905-689-7332 dutchmill@sympatico.ca www.dutchmillcountrymarket.ca www.dutchmill.on.ca

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Knapp’s Country Market features an onsite bakery, homemade preserves, pesticide-free produce, country crafts, an ice cream parlour and organic products. Enjoy a light lunch on the Lakeside Garden Patio and taste the nectar of the country.

Adjacent is the Nursery & Garden Centre full of everything you need to make your garden grow.

You can also take a ride on the Berry Wagon to pick your own berries. Experience the magic of nature…

Groups are invited to enjoy a great Canadian play at the Blyth Festival. Walking tours, country suppers and rural charm are awaiting your visit.

Museums, galleries in the region. 450 seat airconditioned theatre with two wheelchair seats.

Accessible washrooms. Season - June - September, Tuesday - Sunday, 8pm, matinées at 2pm. Blyth is located 20 minutes east of Goderich on Hwy. 4.

Plenty of parking available.

Garrett Rodman 423 Queen Street, Blyth, Ontario, N0M 1H0 Tel: 519-523-9300; 1-877-862-5984 Fax: 519-523-9804 marketing@blythfestival.com www.blythfestival.com

World-class entertainment in one of Canada's most beautiful theatres. Professional, live theatre in London's turn-of-the-century, refurbished 839seat theatre, featuring: six exciting productions in The Grand Theatre's Main Stage Series; the acclaimed High School Project and the Hot August Nights Concert Series. The Grand's 150 seat McManus Studio Theatre features Theatre for Young Audiences and the more edgy UnderGrand Series. Mainstage & McManus Season: Sept-June Presentations & Summer Concerts June to Sept Admission Adults $20.00 $65.00, taxes extra

Roger Knapp 8066 Wellington County Road 124, RR1 Guelph, Ontario, N1H 6H7 Tel: 519-824-4222 (Market) 519 824-1700 (Nursery) Fax: 519-763-9271 roger@itsdo.com www.knappscountrymarket.com

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BLUEWATER SUMMER PLAYHOUSE The theatre includes INTIMATE CABARET-STYLE seating and CAPACITY TO SEAT 106 patrons.

Relax and enjoy a show in AIR-CONDITIONED comfort. We are a LICENSED, FULLY ACCESSIBLE facility, selling refreshments and snacks during shows. We offer various packages, customized to meet your organizations needs. This season book for Old Love, Freedom 85! Blue Suede Shoes, Funny Business and Wingfield Lost and Found. Please take this opportunity to act as your link to the Community of Kincardine!

M Andrea Paquin 707A Queen St, Kincardine, Ontario, N2Z 1Z9 Tel: 519-396-5721; 1-800-396-5722 Fax: 519-396-7311 boxoffice@bluewatersp.on.ca www.bluewatersp.on.ca

IMPERIAL THEATRE The Imperial Theatre boasts elegant Art Deco decor, seating for 598 people, exceptional acoustic and visual characteristics. Complete with air conditioning, hearing assisted devices, wheelchair accessibility, ground floor ease entry, reception areas, and accessible washrooms.

Plenty of parking is available in the immediate area, including motorcoach parking. The Imperial offers group rates, and a comp policy for tour operators. Hosts a variety of performances year round, both professional Canadian and topnotch local talent.

Wendy Cornelis 168 N. Christina Street, Sarnia, Ontario, N7T 7H8 Tel: 519-332-6591; 1-877-344-7469 Fax: 519-332-2774 wcornelis@imperialtheatre.net www.imperialtheatre.net

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Nestled between two Great Lakes and dominated by the awesome backdrop of the Niagara Escarpment, Niagara Falls and Region showcases Mother Nature at her most powerful and at her most pastoral. Touring Niagara is as much about penetrating the foamy heart of Horseshoe Falls aboard the Maid of the Mist, as it is about meandering through lush, pastoral landscapes punctuated by pretty country roads and thousands of hectares of vineyards and orchards.

And while many tours trek to Niagara to experience the wonder of the Falls, there’s just as much drama to be found in the region’s historic towns and villages. Your group can travel back in time to the War of 1812 at Fort Erie, the historic fort that gave this city its name, or indulge in the pleasures of the present in pretty Niagara-on-the-Lake, known for its beautifully preserved 19th-century architecture and upscale fine dining. This is the heart of Shaw country — playwright George Bernard Shaw, that is — and Niagara-on-theLake is the proud host of the annual Shaw Festival.

Niagara Falls and Region showcases Mother Nature at her most powerful and at her most pastoral.

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Gateway Niagara Information Centre This rest-stop for Niagara Region travelers is located between Hamilton and St. Catharines on the south side of the QEW at Casablanca Boulevard. This 24,000 square foot wood and stone complex has a full complement of popular national food retailers, Playdium, seasonal outdoor fruit and vegetable stands and a Tourism Niagara Information and Welcome Centre. The centre features four DVD driven information stations, a touch screen kiosk, online travel counseling, a themed display case and has more than 150 brochures on area attractions and hospitality services on display. Other services include: Tim Horton’s, Wendy’s, Dairy Queen, and much more.

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Niagara Wine Festival There truly is no better time to explore the 15,000 acres of vineyards in the Niagara Region than during the annual Grape & Wine Festival. More than 100 exciting events take place during our ten day celebration of the annual harvest of the grapes. Taste the award winning wines, sample the best of the regional cuisine, thrill to live concerts and enjoy the pageantry of two outstanding parades.

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There are countless reasons to come to St. Catharines for a day, a weekend, a week or a lifetime: Whether you come to visit one of the 60 wineries, sample fabulous dining, experience the vibrant nightlife, stroll the lush parks, gardens and friendly city streets, or explore the lakeside village of Port Dalhouse, this is a place not to be missed! For Group Travel enjoy special Garden, Home, Farm and Winery tours that can be specifically designed to accommodate your groups interests.

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Centre for the Arts Located on the Brock University campus, on the beautiful Niagara escarpment, the Centre for the Arts, Brock University showcases international and Canadian artists and touring companies each year from September to April.

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Welland Canals Centre @ Lock 3 See ships from around the world ‘climb the mountain’ from the elevated observation platform at Lock 3 St. Catharines on the Welland Canal. Through a series of eight locks, ships are lifted up 99.5 metres or 326.5 feet between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie, taking an average transit time of 12 hours. Enjoy the Interactive Centre and traveling exhibits or tour the St. Catharines Museum. End your visit with a treat from the

snack bar & peruse the Merritt's Mercantile Gift Shop. Picnic area, park & recreation trail on site.

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One of Niagara’s most popular destinations for outdoor recreation, historic ‘Old Port’ offers boatlaunching facilities, marinas, fishing charters, beaches, picnic pavilions and more. The Port Dalhousie Harbour Walkway traces the shoreline winding past historical sites, quaint shops, gardens, and fully restored 19th century lighthouses. A village rich in history, outdoor patios and a variety of restaurants, shops, theatre, and an antique carousel! Surrounded by the harbour, beach and the world renowned Henley Rowing Course, ‘Old Port’ is the original site of the first three Welland Canals and home of the century-old Royal Henley Regatta.

Only 1.5 hours from Toronto, Niagara-on-the-Lake is one of the best-preserved 19th century villages in North America. The town is great for walking the streets and looking in the many shops. Your tour will need several hours in this town for lunch or a mid-day break.

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The Niagara Region is recognized as one of the finest wine-grape growing regions of the world.

The Niagara Wine Route has been created to guide you through the picturesque wine-producing areas of Niagara where you can stop, tour, and taste their award-winning wines.

The Niagara Region offers growing conditions created by the Niagara Escarpment and Lake Ontario. Together, they form a “micro climate” which shelters the vineyards and moderates temperatures year-round. Niagara’s wines continue to win awards around the world. Come and visit Niagara’s Wineries and see for yourself!

Fort George National Historic Park Fort George National Historic Park – played a key role in the War of 1812, until the Americans invaded and destroyed it in May 1813. It was rebuilt in 1815, abandoned in 1828 and reconstructed in the1930s. A visit to the site not only allows you to hear about its history, but to actually experience the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of a garrison in the early 19th century.

You can watch soldiers perform drill or listen to the music of the fife and drum corps as both prepare for battle on the Niagara frontier. It is the eve of the War of 1812, and the British Army still occupies the Fort. This is also one of Ontario’s favorite “haunted” sites.

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The Shaw Festival One of Canada’s most famous events and World-class theatres is located in the heart of wine country featuring eleven plays in three theatres from March to November: The Festival Theatre, The Courthouse Theatre and The Royal George Theatre. The Shaw Festival is one of the largest repertory companies in North America, specializing in the plays of Bernard Shaw (1856-1950) and his contemporaries. Group packages available.

Touring Local Wineries Whether it’s a small cottage winery or large estate, each has its own unique character. Tours are usually free and costs for tastings are posted inside and vary with the winery. When bringing a large group, call the winery ahead as a courtesy.

The group can enjoy an entire day visiting many wineries or stop for lunch at one of the wineries with a full service restaurant. Wineries can be toured in the following communities: Niagaraon-the-Lake, Vineland, St. Catharines, Grimsby, Beamsville, Vaughan, Jordan Station, Winona.

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Niagara Falls is a dynamic four-season destination and hosts over 14 million visitors each year.

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Experience “One Wonder After Another” as Niagara offers affordable accommodations, immaculate parks and recreational trails, fascinating historical and cultural points of interests, over 90 diversified restaurants, 50 international recognized wineries, 40 professional golf courses, world renowned theatre, countless attractions and of course, the natural wonder of the thunderous Falls.

The Floral Clock One of the most sought after horticultural destinations on the North Parkway is the Floral Clock. The 40-foot-diameter clock was originally built in 1950, and features a floral design with upwards of 25,000 carpet bedding plants.

The design is changed each year.

Butterfly Conservatory In a tropical rainforest setting you explore an ingenious network of pathways among lush, exotic flora. More than 2,000 butterflies including 50 international species float and flutter around the nectar-producing flowers. Interpretive programs and other presentations take place in the auditorium and two smaller theatres.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour

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Maid of the Mist Boat Tours Take a historical ride aboard the world famous Maid of the Mist. Since 1846, millions of visitors have enjoyed the Maid of the Mist boat tours.

The powerful diesel-engine boats take visitors to the base of the American Falls and then on to the basin of the magnificent Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Water rushes all around as you “soak” in the excitement and feel the thunder of the Falls.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour Journey Behind the Falls Go down under the falls using the elevator at Table Rock House, which drops you 45m (150ft) through solid rock to the Journey Behind the Falls.

The tunnels and viewing portals are open all year.

Before you, the mighty river explodes after freefalling for more than thirteen stories.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour Skylon Tower Observation Deck Ride the external glass-fronted elevators 158m (520ft) to the top of the Skylon Tower. The indoor/outdoor Observatory, the highest vantage point in Niagara, is located on the third floor of the Dome. On a clear day visitors can see close to 8,000 square miles of Canada and the United States. At night, you can enjoy the colour light display of the Falls.

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IMAX Theatre View films about the Falls shown on a sixstory-high screen. Films, schedule and rates subect to change.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour Oh Canada Eh? Dinner Show The award winning Oh Canada Eh? Dinner Show is a musical celebration of Canada that provides an unforgettable Canadian experience. Meet singing Mounties, lumberjacks, Anne of Green Gables, and other Canadian characters as you enjoy the songs and scenes of Canada. Multitalented performers sing Canadian songs in a rustic log cabin and wilderness atmosphere.

Minimum Time Required: 2 hours Casino Niagara Casino Niagara is 100,000 square feet of hardhitting, bell-ringing excitement! Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, Casino Niagara is located in Niagara Falls, Canada, directly across from Canada’s most famous natural wonder.

Fallsview Casino Resort The $1 billion Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort is open 24 hours a day, all year round. It features 3,000 slot machines, 150 gaming tables, a fivestar, 30-storey hotel, fine-dining restaurants, and 50,000 square feet of conference space, a health spa, a shopping centre and entertainment venues.

Lundy’s Lane Once the site of a bloody battle in the War of 1812, today Lundy's Lane is a paragon of hospitality.

Only minutes from the Horseshoe Falls. You'll find hundreds of things to see and do: historic sites, museums such as the Lundy’s Lane Historical Museum, sports & recreation, theatre, quaint villages, and antiques. Dining on Lundy’s Lane pleases every taste: a romantic candlelit dinner, international cuisine, family fare, fast food - all served with an extra helping of hospitality, and Shopping on Lundy’s Lane is terrific, with plazas, boutiques & gift shops.

The Konica Minolta Tower A Niagara landmark since 1962, the tower was the first tower built in Niagara Falls and offers the best view of the Falls and the Niagara River. The indoor Observation Deck atop the tower rises approximately 525 feet from the brink of the falls and provides a spectacular view day or night.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour Battle Ground Hotel Museum The Museum offers visitors guided tours of the 1850s period rooms, illustrating the heyday of tourism to the 1812 Battlefield at Lundy's Lane.

The Battle Ground Hotel is walking distance to the battlefield and many amenities.

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Nightmares Fear Factory is often imitated but never duplicated. It has been the cutting edge of sheer fright for over 25 years. Dare to enter Niagara’s #1 Tour of spine tingling terror.

The Willoughby Historical Museum offers visitors a look back at the historical Township of Willoughby and the Village of Chippawa.

Treasures from the past are displayed and interpreted by the knowledgeable staff. Groups are asked to call ahead.

Niagara Helicopters Limited Thrill your clients with the highest, longest, most scenic view of Niagara Falls - all from the comfort and safety of one of five, six-passenger Bell 407 helicopters. Gift Shop, Café, & stateof-the-art photo studio on-site.

Niagara Falls Aviary “Bird Kingdom, A Tropical Adventure!” houses over 300 tropical birds from around the world.

Some are free flying and others in observational exhibits. Guided tours are available. Gift shop and Café on site.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour Whirlpool Aero Car North of the Falls, suspended from sturdy cables, the Niagara Whirlpool Aero Car has been offering wonderful view since 1916. Riders can see the rapids, the Whirlpool, the Gorge, the hydro-electric plants down the river, as the aerial car travels safely

between two different points on the Canadian shore of the Niagara River over the spectacular whirlpool.

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Fort Erie boasts a rich heritage, tradition, history and unique blend of rural and urban living. Along the Fort Erie shores of the mighty Niagara River winds the Niagara River Parkway, famous for being the best Sunday afternoon drive in the world, according to Sir Winston Churchill.

Historic Fort Erie This local site of the War of 1812 is one of the most significant historic landmarks in the area. Fort Erie plays an integral role in presenting Canada’s history to visitors from around the world in its capacity as a museum, living history site and memorial park.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour Mildred Mahoney Dollhouse Gallery Housing 140 exhibits spanning two centuries and rare masterpieces from England, Europe, the Orient and North America. Whether you visit for the miniature wonders or the building's historical and cultural significance, it will be a memorable excursion.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour

Ridgeway Located near Fort Erie, Ridgeway’s small town charm makes it a destination of choice for visitors to Niagara. With old-fashioned store fronts and customer service to match, Ridgeway offers a traditional main street with a unique mix of retail shops and service providers.

Minimum Time Required: 2 hours

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Zooz One of Fort Erie’s newest attractions is Zooz, a 44-hectare wildlife park that offers an exciting combination of interactive educational displays, art exhibits, playgrounds, a splash pad, fishing, paddle boats, picnic areas and hundreds of animals. A 9,000 seat amphitheatre makes it a perfect outdoor venue for live entertainment and concerts.

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The growth and development of this picturesque “city on the canal” are historically linked to the famous waterway, the Welland Canal that allows ships from around the world a direct route from the St. Lawrence River to the upper Great Lakes.

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Known officially as the Rose City, Welland is home to over 500 acres of parks and gardens which span the City, including Chippawa Park, which has one of the finest rose gardens in Canada and features Welland’s own hybrid rose.

The City of Welland is also home to the Welland Murals, more than two dozen permanent, colourful murals depicting historical themes of the region on gigantic canvasses stretching up to 25 metres (80 feet) long and three storeys high The Welland Historical Museum is a historically designated, world-famous Carnegie Building.

The spacious structure, once home to the Welland Public Library, boasts a display of maritime history and artifacts highlighting the city’s canal heritage.

Welland hosts a number of world-class festivals and events throughout the year, including IlluminAqua. IlluminAqua is a summer evening concert series set on a floating stage with pods of fire illuminating the old Welland Canal.

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accommodations BROCK UNIVERSITY, CONFERENCE & EVENT SERVICES Brock University offers comfortable, affordable and modern accommodation for groups of 20 to 2000 from May to August. All facilities are airconditioned. Accessible rooms for special needs also available. Free guest and motorcoach parking. Full dining services, meeting spaces, free Internet, computer labs, bookstore, lounges, amazing recreational facilities (including Olympic-size pool), hiking and more. Close to shopping, Niagara Falls and all attractions.

Complimentary driver and escort accommodation with minimum number.

Jan Zylstra 500 Glenridge Ave., St. Catharines, Ontario, L2S 3A1 Tel: 905-688-5550 ext 5188 Fax: 905-688-2110 meet@brocku.ca www.brocku.ca/conference

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NIAGARA RESIDENCE & CONFERENCE CENTRE

Newly renovated, located 5 minutes from the Falls and all major attractions. Steps away from mini putt, ice cream parlour and Canada's One factory outlet mall. On-site restaurant, indoor pool, spa, family game night room,free high speed internet, and free parking. Volley ball net and basketball net for pool area. Great for sports groups, family reunions, and much more. Under new management. Group buffet meals can be arranged for larger groups.

Conveniently located between both major highways and minutes from downtown Niagara on the Lake, Niagara Falls and St. Catharines, the Niagara on the Lake Residence & Conference Centre offers 101 spacious guest suites. Each airconditioned suite features two separate bedrooms (oversized double bed in each), kitchenette and a private three-piece bathroom. Group rates are among the lowest in the region while the facility being one of the newest. All rates include a complimentary deluxe continental breakfast.

M Natalie Pilato 7280 Lundys Lane, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2G 1W2 Tel: 905-358-3621 sales@daysinnfamilyfuncenter.com

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Grant Clark 137 Taylor Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0 Tel: 905-641-4435; 1-877-225-8664 Fax: 905-641-0108 kmcgregor@stayrcc.com www.stayrcc.com

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SUPER 8 HOTEL - NIAGARA FALLS

The Super 8 in Grimsby offers 60 comfortable guest rooms with many amenities: Free high speed internet in all rooms, Indoor heated pool/hot tub, Guest laundry, Fitness room, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Suites available (King size bed with a double pull-out couch), Microwave (in suites only), Refrigerator in all rooms, Free local calls, Coffee Maker, Hair Dryer, Computer in the lobby and some rooms with a lake view. Hockey Arena's and restaurants located nearby.

190 Spacious rooms with queen size beds.Walking distance to the Falls, major attractions & restuarants.Whirlpool suites and 2-room family suites avail. Indoor and Outdoor pool,Whirlpool and Sauna.Gift Shop, Fitness Room,Guest Laundry, Arcade and Meeting Room. Golden Griddle Family Restaurant on site.

Groups welcome. Free parking. Baggage avail.

Free Shuttle to the Falls and both Casinos. Payper view movies, Free High Speed Internet. Comp room for Escort per 20 paid rooms. Attraction passes avail. to Maid of the Mist, Butterfly Conservatory, Skylon Tower, Indoor Waterpark, Bird Kingdom, Imax Theatre. Disability accessible. 4 Elevators.

Reservations 11 Windward Drive, Grimsby, Ontario, L3M 4E9 Tel: 905-309-8800; 1-800-800-8000 Fax: 905-309-7834 gm@super8grimsby.com www.super8grimsby.com

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SUPER 8 NIAGARA FALLS NORTH Super 8 North of the Falls is a first class Niagara Falls hotel located along the Niagara Parkway.

Nearby are the world famous Whirlpool Aero Car, the Whirlpool Golf Course, Butterfly Conservatory, Floral Clock and historic Niagaraon-the-Lake. Guest rooms create an air of serenity, the perfect place to relax after a long day of sightseeing, shopping or gaming at Casino Niagara. Each room is equipped with the modern amenities today's travelers have come to expect.

Complimentary Continental Breakfast is a way to start your day.

G.P. Sandhu 4009 River Road, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2E 3E4 Tel: 1-800-565-0035 Fax: 905-356-3306 super8niagarafalls@yahoo.com

TRAVELODGE HOTEL NIAGARA FALLS BY THE FALLS The Travelodge Hotel By the Falls is an 11 story, 120 room hotel, located in the heart of Niagara Falls, just steps from the majestic beauty and power of the Falls. On site parking conveniently allows our guests to walk to the Maid of the Mist, each of the Casinos, the Clifton Hill tourist area and many more attractions. Visit our hotel website for a virtual tour of our hotel: www.travelodgebythefalls.com

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attractions BATTLE GROUND HOTEL MUSEUM Built as a home in the 1820's and restored as a Tavern from the 1850's, the Battle Ground Hotel Museum offers visitors guided tours of the period rooms, illustrating the heyday of tourism to the 1812 Battlefield at Lundy's Lane. The Battle Ground Hotel Museum is walking distance to the battlefield and many amenities. Bus parking near the site. Museum open daily May 1st to October 31st. Group tours welcome any time. Admission by donation.

Kevin Windsor 6151 Lundy's Lane, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2G 1T4 Tel: 905-358-5082 Fax: 905-358-0920 llmuseum@niagarafalls.ca www.niagarafallsmuseums.ca

NIAGARA FALLS HISTORY MUSEUM The Niagara Falls History Museum is undergoing construction of the new Gale Family War of 1812 Visitors Centre to open in June 2012 and is currently located in the Niagara Falls Armoury. The Niagara Falls History Museum's collection includes a significant collection of War of 1812 artifacts. The Museum exhibits a variety of artifacts relating to the founding and development of the City of Niagara Falls. Admission is moderately priced and group rates are available.

M Deborah Legge - Educational Programmer 5049 Victoria Avenue, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2E 4E2 Tel: 905-358-5082 Fax: 905-358-0920 llmuseum@niagarafalls.ca www.niagarafallsmuseums.ca www.lundyslanemuseum.com

NIAGARA WINE AND CULINARY TOURS Niagara Wine Tours International, operating from its Touring Center on the main street of Niagara-on-the-Lake, offers private, custom bicycle, passenger van and coach tours to Niagara wineries. Day packages include transportation, tours and tastings at wineries, lunches and/or dinners at winery restaurants or in unique vineyard settings. Accommodation packages are also available. The company has provided tours and area activities for several thousand corporate, group and event planning companies. Our cycling tours have been rated as one of North America's Best Cycling Experiences by Canadian Geographic.

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WILLOUGHBY HISTORICAL MUSEUM Located along the scenic Niagara Parkway, the Willoughby Historical Museum offers visitors a look back at the historical Township of Willoughby and the Village of Chippawa.

Treasures from these communities' pasts are displayed and interpreted by the knowledgeable staff. The Museum is open seasonally between Victoria Day and Thanksgiving. Groups are asked to call ahead. Admission to the Museum is by donation and research requests and group tours are welcome at any time throughout the year.

PEN CENTRE Niagara's largest shopping destination features 180 stores and services, six restaurants and ten Empire Theatre screens. Located off Highway 406 in St. Catharines, Pen Centre is minutes south of the QEW and just 15 minutes west of Niagara Falls. Motorcoach groups receive on-board greeting, orientation, souvenirs, valuable Shop & Drop coupon booklets, restaurant vouchers for the group leader and driver. Monday to Friday 10 to 9, Saturday 9 to 6, Sunday from 11 to 6.

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GOLDEN GRIDDLE FAMILY RESTAURANTS Our locations are a perfect fit for bus tours and close to major tourist attractions. From breakfasts through to dinner, we can satisfy groups of all ages. All of our restaurants offer the driver and tour guide a complimentary meal, including non-alcoholic beverage. We can seat 150 to 200 people. There is ample parking for buses, and a number of our sites are near main highways such as Hwy. 400, Hwy. 401 and Hwy. 404.

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GOLDEN GRIDDLE FAMILY RESTAURANT Imperial Hotel and Suites 5851 Victoria Avenue, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2G 3L6 Tel: 905-374-7719 Fax: 905-356-4068 general@goldengriddlecorp.com www.goldengriddlecorp.com

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J.J. KAPPS BACKYARD BBQ STEAK & GRILL J.J. Kapps Backyard BBQ Steak & Grill offers breakfast, lunch and dinner at an affordable price. Enjoy the succulent flavours of great steaks, grilled fish and tasty pastas. J.J. Kapps offers a little bit of everything for everyone. Join us Saturday or Sundays for our Brunch Buffet served from 11am to 2pm Saturday and 10am to 2pm Sunday. For large parties we do recommend reservations.

325 Ontario Street, St. Catharines Ontario L2R 5L3 Tel: 905-685-3307; 1-877-688-2324 Fax: 905-684-6432 jjkapps@qhparkway.com

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theatres Canada’s “Must-See” Musical, the Oh Canada Eh? Dinner Show is a celebration of Canada for all ages. Come eat, laugh and sing-along as our cast of friendly Canadian characters serve and entertain you. Lumberjacks, hockey players, mounties and more present a 2-hour interactive show. Our family-style all-Canadian meal is part of the show, eh? With over 40 great Canadian songs, the Oh Canada Eh? Dinner Show will be a highlight of everyone's trip to Niagara Falls!

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NIAGARA FALLS GRAND DINNER THEATRE Established in 2000, Niagara Falls Grand Dinner Theatres provides quality family entertainment to local and international guests. Enjoy performances from local actors as well as a delicious meal while taking in an entertaining show.

Performances are put on at two locations; at Queen Victoria Place in Niagara Falls and at Hilton Garden Inn in Niagara-on-the-Lake, with both locations close to the Falls.

Box 795 Virgil, Ontario, L0S 1T0 Tel: 289-477-5266; 1-866-845-SHOW (7469)

wineries MAGNOTTA WINERY - BEAMSVILLE Visit Canada's most award winning winery and one of Canada's 50 Best Managed companies.

Tours include our state-of-the-art equipment, cooperage and harvest rooms, Icewine press, Amarone-style wine drying room and tastings in the Barrel Room. An exceptional winery experience, visitors can peruse our outstanding collection of original art and shop over 180 wines along with wine accessories and gourmet food items. Tours daily at 2:00pm, large groups by reservation. Hours Mon-Wed, Sat. 9:00am6:00pm, Thurs-Fri. 9:00am-7:00pm, Sun. 11:00am-5:00pm Alessia Magnotta 4701 Ontario Street, Beamsville, Ontario, L0R 1B4 Tel: 905-563-5313; 1-800-461-9463 Fax: 905-738-5551 events@magnotta.com www.magnotta.com

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the world within a city

With residents from more than 80 cultures across the globe, it’s no surprise that Toronto is touted as the most ethnically diverse city on the planet.

Located on Lake Ontario, Toronto is a waterfront city, complete with its own charming islands, beaches and waterfront parks. Over five million Canadians are within a one-hour drive of Toronto.

Exploring Canada’s largest and liveliest city is an exercise in globetrotting. With more than 5000 restaurants from which to choose - think Indian, Italian, Chinese, Greek, Portuguese, Middle Eastern and more - Toronto serves up a veritable United Nations of taste experiences. And that’s before you even think of treating your tour to the year-round melting pot of international celebrations, parades, festivals, theatre, sports and other entertainment that keeps this city moving 24/7.

Bring them to the city at the centre of it all.

Whether it’s the Honda Indy in July, a wine fest in September, or a winter hockey game featuring the legendary NHL’s Toronto Maple Leafs, your group will run out of time before you run out of entertainment options. Add to this Toronto’s fabulous theatre scene (rivaled only by that of London or New York), its internationally acclaimed museums and galleries, its big-name concerts, and its historical attractions, including the CN Tower — the city at the centre of it all really does have it all. www.grouptravelplanner.net

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points of interest Toronto possesses the best features of the world in one clean, safe, friendly place.

Performing Arts Toronto is the undisputed entertainment capital of Canada. A theatre scene rivaled only by London and New York in large part due to the wealth of lavish Broadway-style musicals, homegrown productions, traveling road shows and classical concerts are being staged at any given time. Discover for yourself the quality of productions and talent in Toronto - it’s nothing short of world-class.

Museums & Galleries Home to internationally-renowned, nationally-cherished and virtually unknown treasures alike, Toronto’s arts scene is unique in the world. Discover what makes Toronto artful. Tour famous institutions, browse through intimate galleries and explore the city’s most creative neighbourhoods.

Sports & Recreation Whether organized sports is your game or you prefer something a little more untamed, there’s sure to be something in this fun-loving city that appeals to your sense of adventure. From the civilized experience of being pampered at a day spa, to something as down-to-earth as spending the day at the Toronto Zoo, there are hundreds of ways to add a little excitement to your visit.

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Tours Toronto is very user-friendly, but it’s also quite large with an array of neighbourhoods and districts spread from one end of the city to the other. For those who don’t have the time or the inclination to strike out on their own to explore all the riches the city has to offer, there are a number of interesting tours and sightseeing assistance available to help make sure you don’t overlook the gems.

Shopping Imagine a retail experience that includes everything from upscale boutiques to an underground city featuring 1,200 shops in more than 10kms (6mi) of subterranean concourses. Boutiques. Malls.

Markets. Galleries. Department stores. Outlets.

Shops. It’s all right here in Toronto. And just 32 kms (20mi) north of the city is Vaughan Mills - where great shopping combines manufacturer’s outlets, brand-name retailers and engaging entertainment in a dynamic environment including theme restaurants, live entertainment and interactive retailers redefining the shopping experience.

Attractions From the world’s tallest building to one of the seven wonders of the world, Toronto’s remarkable attractions will take your breath away.

CN Tower Fast Facts: • The CN Tower is the World’s Tallest Tower at 553.33m (1,815ft5in) • North America’s first and the world’s highest glass floor paneled elevators present a thrilling new perspective on the view 346m (1,136 feet) straight down.

• Canada’s National Tower weighs in at 117,910 metric tonnes (130,000 tons). This is about the equivalent of 23,214 large elephants.

• Air temperature can be up to 10 degrees cooler at the top of the CN Tower than at ground level.

• The most spectacular views of Toronto and Lake Ontario stretching to the horizon - on a clear day, visibility can be over 160 kilometres (100 miles).

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This is the World’s tallest tower. Standing at a height of 553.33m (1815 ft, 5 inches), there’s no question as to why the CN Tower is Toronto’s most famous landmark! Your excitement will rise as the glassfronted elevators ascend to show you the city’s skyline. At 346m (1136 ft) is the Sky Pod. Hopefully it’s a clear day because you’ll be able to see for 160km (100mi)! For the brave, the glass floor allows you to see down, way down, to street level. And, at over 1000 feet in the sky is the award winning fine dining restaurant 360. 360’s revolving floor displays the city’s view. The Space Deck is the world’s highest public observation deck at a height of 447m (1465 ft).

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This is home to the Stanley Cup and contains the world’s largest collection of hockey memorabilia. The “NHL ZONE” comprises 6,000 square feet of new exhibits. Other highlights include NHL Retro (franchise histories, including now defunct teams like the Kansas City Scouts), NHL Today (showcasing the stars of today’s NHL), NHL Milestones (exploring NHL records including Gretzky’s all-time goal scoring and Sawchuk’s 103 shutouts), and Stanley Cup Dynasties. The Hockey Hall of Fame is the essential destination for the total hockey experience.

Minimum Time Required: 2 hours

This is the largest art gallery in Toronto, and, the 8th largest art museum in North America. Here, beautiful paintings by the Group of Seven are displayed, along with more than 24,000 foreign and domestic works. Inside the Henry Moore Sculpture Centre holds more than 800 pieces, making it the largest public collection of his works.

Rogers Centre Visit the home of the Toronto Blue Jays! This multipurpose entertainment complex and sports stadium seats 53,000. Opened in 1989, the former SkyDome is home to the Toronto Blue Jays baseball team and the Toronto Argonauts football team.

Amazing features are the enormous video scoreboard and the World’s first fully retractable roof.

The roof spans over 8 acres of turf and only takes 20 minutes to cover it! Rock concerts, exhibitions, motorshows, and more are held here.

Toronto Zoo This 710-acre site has more than 5,000 animals, and represents 459 wildlife species. The zoo does their best to place the animals within their own environments. Some popular exhibits are the African Savannah project, the Underwater Exhibits, and Edge of Night.

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Canadian Golf Hall of Fame and Museum Discover the connection between golf and everyday life, by visiting this terrific, interactive, presentation about the game of golf and Canada. Even a group of non-golfers will love it.

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Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre The Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre is the last operating double-decker theatre in the world – with two completely separate and distinctive theatres. Owned an operated by the Ontario Heritage Trust, the theatre complex is a live performance venue with a variety of entertainment, including musicals, comedies, dramas, operas, dance, concerts and lectures. Enjoy a guided tour of this beautiful theatre complex or take in a performance.

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Fort York This is the birthplace of modern Toronto! Since 1793, Fort York has played an important role in Toronto’s history. In 1813, 1,700 Americans invaded Fort York naming it the Battle of York. At this National Historic Site, Canada’s largest collection of original War of 1812 buildings remain. Visit in the summer when there is music and food!

Queen’s Quay Terminal Enjoy a show at the Premiere Dance Theatre, have a meal at one of the restaurants. Find the perfect gift in fashion, jewellery, artwork and collectibles in one of the many unique shops. Enjoy a stroll along the waterfront just outside.

Ontario Place As Toronto’s number-one destination for family fun, Ontario Place offers hours of entertainment, with over 30 rides and attractions, including the Wild World of Weather, that heat up the City’s waterfront from spring till fall.

This waterfront paradise has something for everyone to enjoy, including, Froster Soak City®, Toronto’s only downtown water park, Cinesphere, home to the world’s first permanent IMAX® theatre, and the Treehouse Live Stage, where toddlers can catch live performances from their favourite entertainers.

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With great cultural events including the Festival of Fire fireworks celebration, Scotiabank Caribana, and the many heritage days held throughout the season, Ontario Place has something for everyone.

Toronto Fast Facts

Open weekends May & September; Daily from June-Aug. Call 416-314-9900 or 1-866-ONE-4FUN (outside of GTA) for more information. Group discounts available through the Group Sales Department at 416-314-9933.

• Yonge Street is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the “longest street in the world”, stretching 1,896 km (1,178 mi) from the lakeshore in Toronto, north to Rainy River, Ontario, at the Minnesota border

Royal Ontario Museum Known as the ROM, this is Canada’s largest museum. With over 40 different galleries and 6 million objects and artifacts, the museum has tons to see and learn. One of the galleries is the worldrenown T. T. Tsui Galleries of Chinese Art. Here priceless porcelains, Buddhist sculptures from the 12th to 16th century, and more than 100 earthenware figures are contained. Don’t forget to stop into the Discovery Gallery. This is a miniature museum where you’re allowed to touch artifacts!

City Hall One of Toronto’s popular landmarks, which overlooks Nathan Phillips Square, is City Hall. Here policies and by-laws are developed. The building is the result of a worldwide architectural competition and has awards to show for it! Its structure is made of glass and concrete towers and features Henry Moore’s sculpture The Archer.

• Toronto gets its name from the Huron word for “meeting place”

• One third of Canada’s population is located within 100mi radius of Toronto • Toronto is located at the same latitude as northern California • Both the Roman Coliseum and St. Paul’s Cathedral could fit comfortably inside Toronto’s Rogers Centre • The Toronto Stock Exchange is North America’s 3rd largest Stock Exchange by value traded • Considered “Hollywood North” by the film industry, Toronto ranks third in North American TV and film production • Over 100 languages and dialects are spoken in Toronto.

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Explore science and technology! Here, the child to the adult becomes engaged in a fascinating learning experience of interactive displays, quizzes, and games.

Since 1972, the Harbourfront Centre is one of Toronto’s artistic and cultural locations. The arts are explored and celebrated here by introducing and showcasing Canadian and international talent.

Galleries include the Craft Studio, the Power Plant, the Premiere Dance Theatre, and the DuMaurier Theatre Centre. Take a harbour tour to the Toronto Islands or visit the waterfront cafés, shops, and restaurants.

Ontario Legislature Home to Ontario’s Legislative Assembly and built in 1886-1892 the structure of the building is heavy and decorated with faces that resemble gargoyles!

Its domes and arches represent the Old French Architecture, and, inside, thick carpet decorates the foyer and fanciful carvings decorate the walls. Drop in when the legislature is in session to see and feel the history! Take a walk outside to Queen’s Park, which surrounds the building. Here, a statue of King Edward VII stands in full dress.

Casa Loma Built between 1911 and 1914, Casa Loma is Toronto’s charming medieval castle. The Canadian financier, Henry Pellatt, built Casa Loma to fulfill his lifelong fascination of Castles. He surrounded himself with furnishings from around the world and imported Scottish stonemasons to build the massive walls of the castle. Its secret passageways and underground tunnel enhance the mystery of Casa Loma. The Great Hall is 18m (60ft) high with a hammer-beam ceiling, while the wine cellar holds 1,700 bottles! The grand terrace overlooks the gardens.

The Toronto Islands Formerly a continuously moving sand bar the Toronto Islands were split into 14 islands in the mid1800s from a series of storms. Now paying homage to approximately 600 people, the islands have lots to offer in regards to attractions and entertainment.

The busiest and most developed is Centre Island.

Here Centreville Amusement Park has over 30 rides and attractions with over 14 food outlets. The park offers plenty of attractions from tiny shops, antique cars, pony rides, a firehouse, to an old fashioned carousel.

Historic Bovaird House Built c.1840, Historic Bovaird House is an excellent Canadian example of a Georgian-type brick farmhouse. Restored entirely by the “Friends of Historic Bovaird House Volunteers Committee", the house displays hundreds of period artifacts, costumes, memorabilia, furnishings, pictures & paintings, toys and many, many more items of historical interest.

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This charming town is steeped in history and is one of Canada’s fastest growing multicultural communities, representing over 65 cultures and languages. Events like Taste of Asia and the Cultural Food Festival along with Pacific Mall, the largest Chinese indoor mall in North America, offer a colourful mosaic. Top attractions include the Markham Theatre for Performing Arts and The Varley Art Gallery.

Markham Museum and Historical Village As one of the top museums in the York Region, this unique 25 acre setting brings to life a collection of historic homes, gardens, town buildings, and a Transportation exhibit featuring hundreds of 19th Century artifacts and carriages.

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Vaughan Mills With 1.2 million square feet of shopping, this mega mall complex provides the ultimate shopping experience with interactive retailers like Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, manufacturers’ outlets such as Tommy Hilfiger, theme restaurants and live entertainment and attractions from Lucky Strike Lanes to the NASCAR SpeedPark.

Reptilia Inc. Discover the world of reptiles and meet Darwin, a 15 foot male Burmese python. Also on site, a facility including a 15,000 square foot indoor reptile zoo, gift shop and a retail store.

Canada’s Wonderland Featuring more than 200 attractions, Canada’s Wonderland is Toronto’s unforgettable theme park.

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McMichael Canadian Art Collection Famous for its collection of the Canadian Group of Seven painters, the gallery offers a wide range of activities and tours from its panoramic setting in the historic village of Kleinburg in the Humber Valley.

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Kortright Centre for Conservation Located in Woodbridge, just 10 minutes north of Toronto, The Kortright Centre offers a wide variety of environmental education programs, hands-on activities and special events.

Richmond Hill shares its borders with Toronto and the Oak Ridges Moraine. Evening tours at the David Dunlap Observatory offer amazing views of the stars from the largest optical telescope (1.88m/74 inch) in Canada.

Located 30-40 minutes north of Toronto, King features some of the most picturesque countryside in Ontario. Follow the Heritage Homes, Pioneer Cemeteries and Fall Drive maps and explore the rolling hills of the Oak Ridges Moraine. Visit historic villages, the Holland Marsh, markets, garden centres and orchards. Plan your trip around the many events, festivals and fairs in King.

Be entertained at The Red Barn Theatre, Canada’s oldest professional summer theatre; tour the shores of Lake Simcoe and Ontario’s original summer resort area; or step back in time at the Georgina Pioneer Village or the Eildon Hall Museum. Observe tropical butterflies and the monarch migration at Blue Willow Garden Butterflies and Blooms. Plan a stop at the Georgina Arts Centre and Gallery for lunch, shopping and a local culture.

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Pickering Museum Village Enjoy a slower pace of life in the homes and shops of our 1800s village. Costumed interpreters and 14 buildings including the Blacksmith, General Store, and homes are part of the experience.

The Pickering Markets Canada’s largest indoor market has over 540 vendor booths. Antiques, crafts, clothing, collectibles, jewelery, and electronics. Indulge your taste buds in our International Food Court.

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Pickering Town Centre With great shopping at over 200 stores your group will agree that the Pickering Town Centre is “My kind of mall”. Tour group program available.

Herongate Barn Dinner Theatre This authentic turn of the century barn has been converted into a dining room and theatre. Enjoy a three course meal served buffet style with live piano music and M.C. Afterwards, you are invited up to the theatre for a hilarious production.

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Slots at Ajax Downs Enjoy a Winning Experience at one of Ontario’s Slots at Racetrack facility. It is home to over 200 slot machines.

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Parkwood Estate Discover one of Canada’s last grand estates.

Amazing architecture and interiors of the 55-room mansion are interpreted through guided tours. The estate was once home to auto baron R. Samuel McLaughlin (founder of General Motors of Canada).

The Robert McLaughlin Gallery View Masterpieces of Canadian art - Group of Seven, Emily Carr, Painters Eleven and more housed in a building designed by Canadian architect Arthur Erickson. Services: Gallery Café, gift shop, and guided tours.

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Bowmanville Zoo Delighting generations with the wonderment of animals for almost 100 years. Shows in the 400 seat AnimaTheatre, Animal Close Encounters, Awesome Zoovenirs and the Safari Market Cafe.

Archibald Orchards & Estate Winery Learn the history of family farms, growing apples, and the wine making process. Tours include wine sampling. Browse the boutique for unique giftware, gourmet foods and their own line of preserves.

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Downtown Port Perry Shopping District, set in Victorian architecture, is a wondrous backdrop for the finest shopping, all-season sports, entertainment and relaxation you’ll find anywhere.

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Scugog Island Cruises Cruise on the MV Woodman-guaranteed a memorable and fun experience so that everyone in your group leaves smiling. Sightseeing tours daily, sunset dinners, jazz and other event cruises.

Great Blue Heron Casino The excitement is never far away. Unique separate gaming areas provide an intimate, personal casino experience. Try their award-winning all you-can-eat buffet in the Waters Edge Restaurant.

Highlands of Durham Games Enjoy events such as: brawny men in kilts competing in contests of strength, skill and endurance; the Highland Dancers; Pipe Bands; and the haunting music of the Bagpipes.

Experience Uxbridge Heritage Ride through the Oak Ridges Moraine on the York Durham Heritage Railway, then tour the historic sites including the Lucy Maud Montgomery Manse, The Foster Memorial and the Uxbridge Heritage Centre.

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From inviting streetscapes in Port Credit and Streetsville, the natural wonders of the waterfront and historic Credit River, to the excitement and variety offered at a number of performing arts venues, Mississauga has a breadth and depth of experience that will match the interests of any traveler.

If a custom-made experience is what you are seeking, an itinerary suited to your specific requirements can easily be developed. With an abundance of accommodation options, you’ll be surprised how affordable a Mississauga experience can be. Mississauga also offers a diverse selection of entertainment, shopping, and dining options suitable for the most discerning client. Its close proximity to major highways, Pearson International Airport, and the nearby attractions in Toronto and Niagara Falls makes Mississauga a logical destination for single or multi-day visits.

Ontario’s Shopping Capital With an endless list of charming village shops and several shopping malls and outlets boasting brand name retailers too many to count it is no wonder Mississauga has been called the shopping capital of Ontario. Square One is Ontario’s largest shopping complex with over 350 stores and Heartland Centre has a wide array of name brand factory outlets.

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Bradley Museum and Benares Historic House Experience life in the early 19th and 20th centuries when you visit these two outstanding historic attractions. Benares House inspired the series of novels entitled “The Whiteoaks of Jalna” written by Mazo de la Roche. Interpretive programs and events take place at each venue throughout the year.

Entertainment Abounds Stage West Theatre and the Living Arts Centre featuring the best in drama, dance, music, variety, and comedy take a lead role in our entertainment offerings. The heart-stopping thrills of live horse racing and state-of-the-art gaming are available 24/7 at Woodbine Race Track.

Combine this with a long list of annual events and festivals like the Southside Shuffle Blues & Jazz Festival and the Streetsville Bread & Honey Festival and it is no wonder folks keep coming back!

Country In The City Enjoy fine dining, shopping, and sight seeing on the streets of Port Credit and Streetsville, two charming villages in the heart of the city. In Port Credit you’re only steps from beauty of Lake Ontario and a number of picturesque parks and walking trails.

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Canada’s 6th largest city, population 680,000 Accommodation options: 9,176 hotel rooms in every price category Pearson International Airport, located minutes from the city centre 90 minutes from the U.S. border and 30 minutes from downtown Toronto

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Shopping in Oakville Oakville is bursting at the seams with shopping opportunities! With something to satisfy every taste you are sure not to leave empty handed. From small boutiques to high fashion shops, it is all here.

While in Oakville be sure to check out the Downtown, a popular area for both shopping and dining.

Oakville Museum at Erchless Estate Situated in Downtown Oakville in Old Oakville’s Historic District, the Museum takes you back in time and showcases the history of the town and surrounding area. Learn about Oakville’s Black History, including the area’s role in the Underground Railroad, and view a collection of artefacts reflecting the history of Oakville including textiles, fine and decorative arts and more. Exhibits at the Museum change throughout the year, in addition to the many events held during the various seasons.

Oakville Galleries Originally two galleries, Centennial Gallery and Gairloch Gallery, the two were joined in 1980 to form Oakville Galleries. The Galleries are home to a collection of more than 1,100 works of art which are valued at over $1.7 million including contemporary works by award winning Canadian artists Kim Adams, Gathie Falk, and Liz Magor. Additionally the Galleries offer changing exhibitions throughout the year.

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Brampton is one of Canada’s fastest growing cities, and has even been declared an International Safe Community by the World Health Organization. Here you will find diverse culture, a lovely blend of past, present, and future, along with more than 450,000 people representing more than 175 ethnic backgrounds.

Additionally, Brampton is home to several parks, lakes & beaches, trails, and conservation areas to get out and enjoy. These areas are perfect for taking break from the road to enjoy a little piece of natures, take beautiful photos, unwind for lunch or a snack and get some exercise. Additionally, there are several golf courses and driving ranges in the area.

Brampton Farmer’s Market A favourite with the locals, the Farmer’s Market is open each Saturday from mid-June to early October. Here you will find fresh local produce, crafts by local artisans, preserves (which make an excellent and tasty souvenir!), baked goods, and more. Located on a portion of Main Street, shut down to traffic, in Downtown Brampton, this is a must visit for your group.

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Historic Bovaird House The only historic residence open to the public in Brampton, stop in to enjoy a peek into the history of Brampton. The Georgian-type farmhouse was built in 1852 and was restored in the 1980s with a complete re-furnishing of the house in an 1850-1890s fashion. Today visitors can go away with a feel for what it was like living in this time period. While visiting be sure to stop by the tea room and craft shop.

Peel Heritage Complex Here you will find a diverse representation of the Peel region. Encompassing history, art and stories from Brampton and the surrounding areas of Caledon and Mississauga, the Complex is sure to give you an insight into the region’s past and showcase interesting and informative exhibitions. The Complex will be re-opening in Fall 2011.

Rose Theatre Brampton The new Rose Theatre Brampton is a stunning, state-of-the-art performing arts complex in the heart of the vibrant City of Brampton. An amazing range of shows including musicals, performing artists, musicians and plays ensure that there is something for every group.

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accommodations CENTENNIAL RESIDENCE & CONFERENCE CENTRE Centennial Residence & Conference Centre is a unique and affordable alternative in overnight accommodations. We are committed to providing unbeatable quality, service and value to all our guests.

Our spacious rooms consist of a compact fridge/microwave, private bath, high-speed internet and air-conditioning. Other features include an indoor pool, common kitchen, laundry room and Q banquet rooms. We catered to families, tour groups, weddings, conferences and sport teams.

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The Delta Chelsea is just steps from Toronto's best shopping, theatre and attractions. We offer a large inventory of guestrooms with two beds, featuring upgraded amenities such as bathrobes and complimentary coffee/tea. Choose from five restaurants/lounges, including Market Garden, a marchĂŠ-style restaurant and Bb33 Bistro and Brasserie, Q offering unique and creative dishes.

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Conference Services 203 Humber College Blvd, Toronto, Ontario, M9W 6V3 Tel: 416-675-5027; 1-888-548-6327 Fax: 416-674-4917 hcs@humber.ca humber.ca/conference

Karen Hewson Glen Abbey Golf Club, 1333 Dorval Drive, Oakville, Ontario, L6M 4X7 Tel: 905-849-9700; 1-800-263-0009 Fax: 905-845-7040 cghf@cghf.org www.cghf.org www.rcga.org

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TOTEM, the latest Touring show from Cirque du Soleil, directed by Robert Lepage traces the fascinating Q journey of the human species from its original amphibian state to its ultimate desire to fly. The characters evolve on a stage evoking a giant turtle, the symbol of origin for many ancient civilizations.

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SUPER 8 TORONTO NORTH Super 8 Toronto North a tour friendly property renowned for value, quality and personal service Q caters to the needs of all types of travellers specializing in tour groups. Located close to restaurants, shopping and Paramount Canada's Wonderland. Number of rooms: 82 Number of rooms with 2 beds: 42 **complimentary motorcoach parking (easy access on and off property) *complimentary policy *complimentary healthy continental breakfast Q *complimentary 24 hour coffee and tea available *well-appointed guestrooms *coin operated laundry facilities. *indoor Pool and waterslide.

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At a height of 553.33m (1,815’ 5”), the CN Tower is Canada’s National Tower and Wonder of the Modern World. Canada’s most celebrated architectural triumph offers spectacular views of Toronto and dining in three restaurants.

Experience the Glass Floor, Sky Pod, the Glass Floor Paneled Elevators, ride, movie, unique shopping and more. Many group benefits available. Visit the top of the world with easy booking, accessible bus drop-off and efficient group elevation.

301 Front St. W, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2T6 Tel: 416-601-4707 Fax: 416-601-4712 sales@cntower.ca www.cntower.ca

Excitement is never far away at the Great Blue Heron Casino for any group outing. Play any of Q our 545 exciting slot machines or our 60 thrilling table games. Our unique separate gaming areas provide guests with an exciting and intimate casino experience. Try our award-winning allyou-can-eat buffets in the Waters Edge Buffet Restaurant or a quick bite at the Lucky Stone Bar & Grill. Great Games, Great Food, Great Group Rewards. We Have A Winner!

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The world's one and only! Your groups can experience the game that defines Canada and a sport that has been adopted by over 80 countries.

Home of the STANLEY CUP, the Hockey Hall of Fame has something for everyone: state-of-theart games, interactive exhibits, larger-than-life statues, a replica dressing room and rink zone, theatres, extraordinary gift shop, and hockey's most precious artifacts. Educational Programs available for download at HHOF.com.

Wendy Cramer Brookfield Place, 30 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5E 1X8 Tel: 416-933-8292; 1-888-501-9770 Fax: 416-360-1316 groups@hhof.com www.hhof.com/html/gi110.shtml

ONTARIO PLACE This waterfront paradise offers over 30 rides and attractions and tonnes of special events from spring till fall! Check out Froster Soak City, only downtown waterpark, Toronto's Cinesphere, home to the world's first permanent IMAX theatre and our Heritage Square and other stages, where you can catch a variety of live performances and much more. We can accommodate groups of 50 to 5,000+ in the park itself or arrange a private area. Corporate, School and any group looking for fun are welcome!

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ROYAL ONTARIO MUSEUM No trip to Toronto is complete without a visit to the Royal Ontario Museum, Canada’s largest museum of world cultures and natural history.

With world-class shopping and dining and breathtaking architecture, the ROM is your gateway to the world. We offer a wide variety of educational and entertaining programs including guided tours, scavenger hunts, interactive lectures, and private labs. For groups of 20 to 2000+, the ROM is ready to make your group experience special.

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Situated in a Heritage building at Pier 4 on the Toronto Harbour; Pier 4 Storehouse is surrounded on three sides by water. Fresh fish, seafood, meat, pastas & poultry served in a casual waterfront hideaway overlooking Toronto harbour. Groups most welcome; 450 indoor and 250 outdoor seating capacity. Conveniently located near major tourist attractions such as the: Rogers Centre, CN Tower, Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Air Canada Centre, and Harbourfront Entertainment & Shopping.

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Mary E. Oster 245 Queens Quay West, Toronto, Ontario, M5J 2K9 Tel: 416-203-1440 Fax: 416-203-6292 sales@pier4rest.com www.pier4rest.com

WATERS EDGE BUFFET Located in the Great Blue Heron Charity Casino, enjoy award winning, all you can eat buffet style dining. Take time out from gaming to come in and enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner, your taste buds will thank you! With something for everyone your group will leave satisfied.

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wineries MAGNOTTA WINERY - VAUGHAN Canada's most award winning winery features a winery, brewery and distillery. Tours include an overview of our winemaking equipment, underground barrel cellar, tasting in the Awards Room and, weather permitting, access to the outside patio. An exceptional winery experience where visitors can peruse our outstanding collection of original art and shop over 180 wines, spirits, beer and gourmet food items.

Complimentary tours daily at 2:00pm, large groups by reservation. Hours: Mon-Fri.9:00am9:00pm, Sat.8:30am-6:00pm, Sun.11:00am5:00pm Alessia Magnotta 271 Chrislea Road, Vaughan, Ontario, L4L 8N6 Tel: 905-738-9463; 1-800-461-9463 Fax: 905-738-5551 events@magnotta.com www.magnotta.com

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central the central attraction Pine-studded islands and golden sands, rugged craggy cliffs and lush orchards - these are the natural attributes of Central Ontario, a region steeped in history and endowed with those natural characteristics that make it a sought-after four-season playground.

Not that your group is required to work up a sweat hiking the region’s magnificent provincial parks, or angling for trout in a pristine network of lakes and rivers. Antique shopping is as much an outdoor sport as any other in Central Ontario, and you may well find that your tour’s first port of call is the charming town of Port Hope on Lake Ontario, known as the province’s antique capital. The nearby towns of Brighton and Cobourg offer leisurely antiquing of a different kind, with their quaint 19th-century streets and stately homes.

Waterways, rivers, lakes and streams lead from one historical site to another.

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This is one of Muskoka’s most rugged and beautiful areas. The Georgian Bay wilderness is also rich in history. The famous Group of Seven artists often got their inspiration from Georgian Bay’s shoreline and windswept islands.

The Trent-Severn River is designated as a Canadian Heritage Waterway winding 386km (240mi) through the Georgian Bay area. Here you can view the Port Severn Locks, circa-1910 swing bridge, several dams and waterfalls.

Georgian Bay Islands National Park is a small cluster of 59 islands. Beausoleil Island, just off the coast from Honey Harbour, is the largest of these and includes an interpretive program on the history of this region.

Big Chute Marine Railway is an engineering marvel that transports boats along rails in a giant carriage over a 19-metre rise between the Gloucester Pool and the Upper Severn River. Lock 44, in operation since 1917, was renovated in 1978 to allow passage for vessels up to 30 metres long.

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Bala, located in the Township of Muskoka Lakes, is “The Cranberry Capital of Ontario”. The Bala Cranberry Festival is a three-day festival taking place at multiple locations and offers great fun for everyone. Live entertainment, tours of the marsh, food vendors, arts and crafts and a farmer’s market.

Bala’s Museum with Memories of Lucy Maud Montgomery has become one of Canada’s best-known L.M. Montgomery sites. Lucy Maud Montgomery, famous for Anne of Green Gables, also wrote a Muskoka novel, The Blue Castle, after a Bala holiday in 1922. The museum has an Anne of Green Gables gift shop, one of the best collections of LMM’s books and other artifacts.

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This region of Muskoka is famous for its fall colour-viewing tours, and for its 400-plus kms of professionally groomed snowmobile trails attracting winter visitors.

Gravenhurst is the birthplace of Dr. Norman Bethune, surgeon, inventor, and humanitarian.

He is famous for his inventions and innovative techniques used in thoracic surgery and the treatment of tuberculosis. Bethune created the first mobile service unit used in battlefield medical treatment during the Spanish Civil War. He died in 1939 caring for the sick in China during the Chinese Revolution.

Bethune House Dr. Bethune’s former home is a Parks Canada National Historic Site. The Victorian-style home is restored to the 1890 period. Here visitors can see how life was lived at the end of the 19th century in rural Ontario.

Muskoka Lakes Navigation and Hotel Company Take a cruise on North America’s oldest operating steamship the RMS Segwun. This vessel offers the best view of Lake Muskoka with June to October tours. Or the Wenonah II, a replica 1907 passenger vessel, constructed for cruising the local waterways.

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You have arrived in Canada’s waterfall capital with 22 waterfalls located in Bracebridge. It was these waterfalls, and the power they provide, that brought about the town’s development in 1894. The power plant at the Bracebridge Falls is the oldest of its kind in Canada.

Lady Muskoka Cruises The 300 passenger Lady Muskoka has two fully enclosed decks and four open panoramic decks. The ship has comfortable table and chair seating and is equipped with 6 clean, modern washrooms and easy wheelchair access.

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A two-hour drive north of Toronto in the heart of cottage country, Huntsville is Muskoka’s northern town and the largest and fastest growing Municipality in Muskoka. Historic downtown Huntsville has over 120 shops, cafés and services with small-town appeal. The area has 144 lakes, the largest being the interconnecting Lakes of Vernon, Fairy, Mary and Peninsula. Lake of Bays Township is home to the towns of Dwight, Baysville, Hillside, and Dorset, all located on the shores of Lake of Bays

Muskoka Heritage Place Home to Muskoka Pioneer Village and the Huntsville and Lake of Bays Railway, visitors enter through a turn-of-the-20th-century Muskoka museum to a 90-acre outdoor site including Cann Lake and nature trails. Witness life as it was in the late 1800s through recreated dwellings, a sawmill, a church, a blacksmith shop, a general store, an inn, gardens and farm animals. Also located here, The Village Station, home of the rail, steam and marine museum. A beautiful 1928 steam train, The Portage Flyer, transports riders back in time as they travel along the idyllic Muskoka River to the purser’s cabin and beach at Fairy Lake.

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Santa’s Village & Sportsland There is something for the young and young at heart along the Muskoka River at Santa’s Village and Sportsland. Rudolph’s Roller Coaster, the Christmas Ball Ferris Wheel, Santa’s Summer Sleigh River Boat Cruise, Santa’s Express Train and many more rides and attractions. St. Nick has been summering here for close to 50 years. Visit Santa in his summer home located half way between the equator and the North Pole.

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Sitting along the Otonabee River, the City of Peterborough is just over an hour from Toronto and less than three hours from the U.S. border.

Peterborough is a major city in the Kawartha Region and a focal point of the Trent-Severn Waterway.

Canadian Canoe Museum Check out the world’s largest collection of canoes and kayaks, housing over 600 watercraft and 1,000 related artifacts. Over one-third of the museum’s watercraft are built by Aboriginal peoples.

Minimum Time Required: 45 minutes Trent-Severn Waterway Meandering 386 km across Central Ontario, the world’s largest hydraulic lift lock is found along the Trent-Severn Waterway. Craft are lifted 20 meters (65ft) in the air providing a continuous navigable pathway from Lake Ontario through Lake Simcoe and on to Georgian Bay. A lock station is a place to stop, stretch your legs, have a picnic and watch the passing flotillas of boats. Most stations have ample parking and all offer picnic tables and clean washrooms. Uniformed lock staff are pleased to answer questions or explain lock operations.

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Lang Pioneer Village is a living history experience with over 20 restored buildings located on 25 acres alongside the picturesque Indian River. A working grist mill and costumed guides highlight the 19th century pioneer crafts and industry of Peterborough County.

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North America’s largest collection of Aboriginal rock carvings, petroglyphs, chiseled into the white marble rock face 1,200 years ago. The 900 petroglyphs depict turtles, snakes, birds and humans.

The interpretive centre at Petroglyphs Provincial Park, The Learning Place, communicates to visitors the spiritual significance of “The Teaching Rocks” to the First Nations people.

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The Whetung Ojibwa Centre offers a collection of Indian crafts as well as fine art, sculpture, masks, leatherwork, clothing, jewelry, music, and books from across Canada. The Centre offers free parking, wheelchair access and picnic area.

Minimum Time Required: 45 minutes The Curve Lake POW WOW consists of two days of dancing, contests and presentations with many vendors and performers in attendance. The Pow Wow takes place only a few minutes’ drive from Whetung Ojibwa Centre. Pow Wow time is the Native American people’s way of coming together, to join in dancing, singing and visiting.

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Known worldwide for its outstanding mineral specimens. 80% of Canada’s minerals can be found in the 60 km radius around Bancroft. Bancroft hosts the Annual Rockhound Gemboree, Canada’s largest mineral and gem show featuring gold panning, mineral identification, a mineral specimen exhibit from the ROM, a swapping area, and daily guided mineral collecting field trips.

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City of Kawartha Lakes is the western end of the Kawartha Lakes Region, just over one hour northeast of Toronto. The lakes and rivers linked by the scenic Trent-Severn Waterway, provide recreational choices for boaters, swimmers, canoeists and fishers. Perfectly situated for day tours out of the Golden Horseshoe.

As the gateway to Kawartha Lakes, Lindsay prides itself in its rich culture and heritage. Enjoy a leisurely walk in one of the many award winning parks along the Scugog River. Browse and shop in the many quaint stores or enjoy a wonderful meal at one of the many restaurants and eateries.

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The Academy Theatre for Performing Arts For over a century, the Academy Theatre has had an impressive presence at the foot of historic Kent Street in Downtown Lindsay. During that time, it has been many things to many people-a stage from which to launch a theatrical career, a meeting place, a cinema and even a home!

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The Kawartha Spirit Cruise Boat Fenelon Falls Boat Cruises offers scenic cruises on the Trent-Severn Waterway. The cruise boat, the “Kawartha Spirit” is the largest Canadian Coast Guard approved vessel serving the Kawarthas with a passenger capacity of 200.

A live commentary is provided giving you the fascinating history and local points of interest.

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Kawartha Settlers Village Kawartha Settlers’ Village is a fascinating collection of historic homes and buildings from Bobcaygeon and the Kawartha region on a 9 acre site that once was a thriving Kawartha farm. At the village you can experience the history of the area and see what life was like for the pioneers of the Kawartha Region.

The Boyd Heritage Museum Housed in the original Boyd Lumber Office the museum overlooks the site of the first lock constructed on the historic Trent-Severn Waterway. This heritage building also served as the headquarters of the Trent Valley Navigation Company. The collection includes items dating prior to 1920.

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Sir William Mackenzie Inn Kirkfield is the original home of Sir William Mackenzie, co-founder of the Canadian Northern Railway. Little remains of his extensive estate today, with the exception of his 40 room country manor at Kirkfield.

Coboconk Jailhouse As the smallest jail in Ontario, it was constructed about 1890. Open July & August, Victoria Day and Thanksgiving Weekends.

Kirkfield Lift Locks Limestone channels with cool cedar-lined banks mark the quiet approaches to Kirkfield, a giant hydraulic lock looming abruptly from the surrounding farmland. Completed in 1907, the Kirkfield Hydraulic Lift Lock was built to raise commercial steamer and barge traffic in one quick elevation over a height of land using a minimum of water. Today, the tremendous boom in recreational boating traffic has given the lift lock a busier life than ever.

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The Carden Alvar Many rare and unusual birds and plants are supported by this globally rare habitat called “alvar”.

Located in the Carden Plain, it is one of the last strongholds of the endangered Eastern Loggerhead Shrike, as well as many bird species, such as Upland Sandpipers and Eastern Meadowlarks. A 310 square kilometre area has been designated the Carden Plain Important Bird Area - part of an initiative involving more that 100 countries that seeks to identify and conserve sites important to bird species worldwide.

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This historic town is nationally acclaimed for a designated heritage conservation district main street. In these old buildings, you will find high-quality antiques, specialty shops, fine dining as well as the enchanting Capitol Theatre which is Canada’s last operating “atmospheric” theatre. The Canadian Fire Fighters’ Museum, the 2nd largest of its kind in Canada, is situated at the mouth of the harbour.

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Known as Ontario’s Feel Good Town, Cobourg is waiting to melt away your stresses and reacquaint you with your peace of mind. Walk slowly along the board walked portion of the Waterfront Trail or wiggle your toes in the spectacular beach with pristine waters. Embrace your creative side touring art galleries, listening to outdoor concerts in Victoria Park and watching live productions at the grand old concert hall in Victoria Hall. A little north of town is PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary. Tour the white-washed barn decked out with resplendent chandeliers.

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Situated on County Road 2 and on the Apple Route, Brighton is nestled within one of the area’s best-protected harbours and Presqu’ile Provincial Park featuring group birdwatching and butterfly tagging. North of the Park is Memory Junction Railway Museum with a refurbished station, gift shop, steam engine and rail cars in which you can explore. Proctor House Museum (furnished circa 1867) is situated alongside the 125-seat Proctor/Simpson Barn where you can enjoy a spring, fall or winter production by the Brighton Barn Theatre troupe. And right in their back yard is a conservation area for a sheltered picnic or a hike on the deep wilderness trails.

Lilacs in Northumberland Apparently, the early pioneers planted a lilac outside their front door for good luck. An opportunity at the end of May to share in that luck is a visit to Northumberland to partake in their popular Lilac Tour northumberlandtourism.com/lilactour.

Travel through quaint, picturesque villages and quiet back roads as fields of lilacs surprise you over crests of hills.

You’ll happen upon Port Hope, Harwood near Rice Lake, and head south along Lake Ontario’s north shore into Colborne (home of The Big Apple Theme Park).

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Trent Hills is nestled along the banks of the TrentSevern Waterway and tucked in the rolling hills of Northumberland County. The vibrant community offers the best in country living with fresh, clean air, clear waters and some of the most picturesque rural landscapes in Ontario. Settled in the early 1800s, Trent Hills is a thriving agricultural region that boasts an award-winning maple syrup producer, cheese maker, bison farm, beef & dairy producers and time-tested agricultural fairs. Hoards Station Livestock and Produce Sale Barn makes a nostalgic visit for many seniors as livestock is auctioned off in a banked arena. Down the road from the Barn is a lovely group-friendly, country eatery Chubby’s set alongside a river flowing through farmland.

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In 1996, it was Brent Townsend’s design that was chosen to grace Canada’s 2-dollar coin. A giant replica sits in Old Mill Park.

Westben Arts Festival Theatre has a 400-seat barn set in rolling farmland offering entertaining live productions from June until September. Once the concert is over, groups love to flock to the World’s Finest Chocolate outlet store and come away with discounted chocolate products by the boxload.

Empire Cheese factory down the road offers free samples to help decide your purchase. There’s also an opportunity to buy an ice-cream cone and wander outside for a view of the rolling corn fields.

Stroll the village of Warkworth’s main street and shop for clay and glass pottery, unique beeswax candles, antiques, and fresh-baked goods. Take your coach beyond the village for a unique horse barrel racing demonstration at Healey Falls Quarter Horse Farm.

A little farther west of Warkworth, visitors can experience the sugaring off process first hand at Sandy Flat Sugar Bush which is open March and April daily from 9-4pm. You’ll learn about the history of maple syrup and the area. Sandy Flat offers a pancake house, horse and sleigh rides and snow shoeing.

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Ranney Gorge Suspension Bridge spans 30 feet across and 300 feet above the gorge and is completely wheelchair accessible. From the bridge you can enjoy the magnificent view of the limestone cliffs and the Trent River bordering Ferris Provincial Park. The Park offers a variety of trails, along with a sheltered picnic area.

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Collingwood, a picturesque four season community, is located at the foot of Blue Mountain, Ontario’s premier ski destination. Nestled on the beautiful southern shore of Georgian Bay, Collingwood is in the heart of The Georgian Triangle, one of Ontario’s most attractive year-round recreation destinations.

Scenic Caves Nature Preserve These caves and caverns, once under water, were formed over the course of millions of years by ice movement in the Glacial Age and today is one of Canada’s six UNESCO biosphere reserves. The caves are set into sheer limestone cliffs and plunge hundreds of feet into the depths, opening passageways and revealing rock formations. Minimum Time Required: 2 hours Southern Ontario’s Longest Suspension Bridge, located at Scenic Caves Nature Adventures, is 126 metres long and 25 metres over the valley below.

The view from the bridge includes the Blue Mountains, Collingwood, Georgian Bay and Wasaga Beach - a view that covers 10,000 sq km.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour

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Ontario’s Largest Ski Area and four season resort, Blue Mountain Resort has 35 trails. Enjoy three base lodges and the Village at Blue - a delightful village of shops, restaurants and on-site attractions.

Summer activities include tennis, golf on two championship courses, biking, and a scenic open air gondola ride.

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Home of the world’s longest freshwater beach 21km (13mi), this busy beach offers something for everyone. A pivotal battle in the War of 1812 occurred here and resulted in the securement of the Upper Great Lakes and the shaping of Canada’s borders.

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Enjoy the many cruising opportunities in the scenic 30,000 Islands or unearth the history of the past through local attractions, architecture, genealogy and the 30 uniquely depicted murals that grace the walls of the Midland’s downtown core.

Outdoor fun and adventure at the Treetop Trekking Horseshoe, located in the Copeland forest, minutes outside of Barrie. Climb the trees via suspended bridges, Tarzan ropes, zip lines, Nepalese bridges – your group will enjoy the views and the challenges.

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accommodations BAYVIEW WILDWOOD RESORT The Stanton family has welcomed visitors to the scenic Village of Port Stanton for over 100 years.

Inclusive tour packages include accommodation, meals, recreation programs and use of the extensive indoor and outdoor facilities at this lakeside resort.

Ample motorcoach parking, complimentary escort and driver, baggage handling and welcome reception are a few of our many services. Pontoon boat cruises, Casino Rama gaming, guided historical walks, culinary seminars and craft workshops available.

Christi Spriggs 1500 Port Stanton Pkwy, Severn Bridge, Ontario, P0E 1N0 Tel: 705-689-2338; 1-800-461-0243 Fax: 705-689-8042 resv@bayviewwildwood.com www.bayviewwildwood.com; www.portstanton.com

GEORGIAN CONFERENCE AND EVENT SERVICES Summer Suite Accommodation-Barrie’s Affordable Hotel-Style Summer Accommodations. Open May through August- offering affordable accommodation to groups and individuals. Easy access to Hwy 400.

Includes free morning coffee service. Comfortable 12-3 bedroom non-smoking, air-conditioned suites, oversized double beds, satellite TV, free local calls and free internet. Each suite has its own private threepiece bath plus kitchenette. Close to shopping, beaches and attractions. Great Golf Packages, affordable Wedding, Sports Groups, Conference Groups & Extended Stay Rates.

Patty Bradley, CMP 101 Georgian Drive, Barrie, Ontario, L4M 6Z5 Tel: 705-722-5190 Fax: 705-730-5558 info@stayatgeorgian.com www.stayatgeorgian.com; www.meetatgeorgian.com

PORT CUNNINGTON LODGE Located in the heart of Lake of Bays, Port Cunnington Lodge has been welcoming visitors since 1890. Fine country dining, scenic surroundings and good old fashion hospitality combine to enhance your Muskoka experience. Located minutes outside of Algonquin Park and a short boat ride to Historic Bigwin Island, where celebrities such as Clarke Gable, Ernest Hemingway and H.G. Wells once enjoyed their summers. Baggage Handling, Coach Parking, Welcome Reception, Comp. Policy, Dining Room Disability Accessible.

Kim Loader 1679 Port Cunnington Road, Dwight, Ontario, P0A 1H0 Tel: 705-635-2505; 1-800-894-1105 Fax: 705-635-1524 info@portcunnington.com www.portcunnington.com

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STONE GATE INN Located in the heart of Ontario’s Lake Country, just one hour north of Toronto you will find the height of luxury and comfort at Stone Gate Inn. The bus tour specialists, customizing your package to suit your group’s needs. One complimentary room for every 20 booked. Indoor swimming pool & hot tub, fitness center, cozy bathrobes, in-room coffee, microwave & toaster, refrigerator, evening turn down service, morning newspaper and deluxe continental breakfast all included. Bus parking.

Christian Lauder 437 Laclie Street, Orillia, Ontario, L3V 4P7 Tel: 705-329-2535; 1-877-674-5542 Fax: 705-329-3422 christian@stonegateinn.com www.stonegateinn.com

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SUPER 8 HOTEL BARRIE Just over 45 minutes north of Toronto, our unique 100% smoke free Super 8 Barrie property provides you a home away from home. A place to rest, relax and rejuvenate. Not only do we provide a welcome reception, ample motor coach parking upon arrival, we take care of the baggage! (for a small nominal fee). Our Hotel’s neighborhood features many retail outlets and restaurants within easy walking distance. Complimentary Super Start Hot Breakfast also included.

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Our hotel is the perfect destination for any motor coach tour. Not only do we provide a welcome reception, ample motor coach parking upon arrival, we take care of the baggage! (for a small nominal fee). Our Hotel’s neighborhood features many retail outlets and restaurants within easy walking distance. Within very close proximity to walking/biking trails, the waterfront, and the largest collection of Outdoor murals in Canada. 100% smoke free accommodations. Complimentary Super Start Breakfast also included.

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SUPER 8 HOTEL-PETERBOROUGH Our 100% smoke free property provides easy access to major routes, and is situated close to picturesque downtown Peterborough and the beautiful Kawartha Lakes Region. Our hotel is the perfect destination for any motor coach tour. We provide a welcome reception, ample motor coach parking, and baggage handling (fee). Our Hotel’s neighborhood features many retail outlets and restaurants within easy walking distance. Complimentary Super Start Breakfast also included. Wyndham Hotels 'Tour Group Friendly' designated hotel.

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Ken Kirkby 1257 Lansdowne St. W., Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 7M2 Tel: 705-876-8898; 1-800-800-8000 Fax: 705-876-8895 res@super8peterborough.com www.super8peterborough.com

TRENT UNIVERSITY CONFERENCE & HOSPITALITY SERVICES Trent University is situated on the stunning banks of the Otonabee River in the beautiful Kawartha Lakes region. From May to August, Trent offers COMFORTABLE accommodations, accesible rooms for special needs, AWARD-WINNING catering, meeting spaces, computerlabs, nature trails and RECREATIONAL facilities with nearby guest and motor coach parking. AFFORDABLE ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGES for groups are available. Just minutes to great shopping, museums, zoo parks, and golf courses. Easily accessible from major centres, including Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal.

Lori Johnston 1600 West Bank Drive, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 7B8 Tel: 705-748-1260; 1-866-290-6491 Fax: 705-748-1209 conferences@trentu.ca www.trentu.ca/conferences

attractions BOWMANVILLE ZOO Come talk with the animals! Bowmanville Zoo has over 300 creatures including many famous animal celebrities. Visit them amidst 42 scenic acres of untamed, natural parkland. Bowmanville Zoo is Canada's oldest privately owned zoo. We're almost 100 years old. Here we're dedicated to the protection and conservation of endangered species. Children (including those young at heart!) will learn about the animals in unique and entertaining ways, particularly through firsthand experience.

340 King Street East, Bowmanville, Ontario, L1C 3K5 Tel: 905-623-5655 Fax: 905-623-0957 info@bowmanvillezoo.com www.bowmanvillezoo.com

LANG PIONEER VILLAGE Lang Pioneer Village is the perfect destination for groups searching for a personalized, hands-on experience in a picturesque setting. Featuring demonstrations in traditional crafts and early trades, there's something of interest for every member in your group. Located along the banks of the historic Indian River, the museum features over 20 historic buildings as well as several resting spots where guests can "sit back" and enjoy the surroundings. In the Visitor Centre there are two exhibit galleries highlighting aspects of rural history, and a Gift Shop that carries an eclectic mix of giftware.

104 Lang Road, Keene, Ontario Tel: 705-295-6694; 1 866 289 5264 (LANG) Fax: 705-295 6644 www.langpioneervillage.ca

restaurants ECHOS DINING LOUNGE Located at the Bayview Wildwood Resort, experience our upscale casual dining at Echo's Dining Lounge.

Savour the panoramic view of Sparrow Lake while you enjoy delicious meals that exceed your expectation. Echo's Dining Lounge typically serves three meals daily at set meal times. Breakfast and Luncheons are often offered buffet style, with a daily change of food fare. Dinners are full service and offer up to four choices of entrées, two to three appetizers and a selection of tempting desserts all made fresh from our on-site bakery.

1500 Port Stanton Pkwy, Severn Bridge, Ontario, P0E 1N0 Tel: 705-689-2338; 1-800-461-0243 Fax: 705-689-8042 resv@bayviewwildwood.com www.bayviewwildwood.com; www.portstanton.com

GOLDEN GRIDDLE FAMILY RESTAURANTS Our locations are a perfect fit for bus tours and close to major tourist attractions. From breakfasts through to dinner, we can satisfy groups of all ages. All of our restaurants offer the driver and tour guide a complimentary meal, including non-alcoholic beverage. We can seat 150 to 200 people. There is ample parking for buses, and a number of our sites are near main highways such as Hwy. 400, Hwy. 401 and Hwy. 404.

M The Golden Griddle Corporation 305 Milner Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M1B 3V4 Tel: 416-609-2200 Fax: 416-609-2207 general@goldengriddlecorp.com www.goldengriddlecorp.com

GOLDEN GRIDDLE FAMILY RESTAURANT Kozlov Centre, 400 Bayfield Street, Unit #45, Barrie, Ontario, L4M 5A1 Tel: 705-726-1828 Fax: 705-726-0119 general@goldengriddlecorp.com www.goldengriddlecorp.com

GOLDEN GRIDDLE FAMILY RESTAURANT Quality Inn & Conference Centre 1 J.R. Drive, R.R. #2, Parry Sound, Ontario, P2A 2W8 Tel: 1-800-638-5883 Fax: 705-378-2137 general@goldengriddlecorp.com www.goldengriddlecorp.com

shopping COOKSTOWN OUTLET MALL Looking for big brands at prices you’ll love? Shop at over 50 brand name outlets at Cookstown Outlet Mall and discover big savings on brand name fashions, home décor, accessories and so much more. Passengers traveling with a bus tour will receive a VIP Discount Card offering exclusive savings and discounts of up to 15% OFF at participating stores at Cookstown Outlet Mall.

RR #1, 3311 Simcoe Rd. 89, Cookstown, Ontario, L0L 1L0 Tel: 705-458-1371 Fax: 705-458-0631 shop@cookstownoutletmall.ca www.cookstownoutletmall.ca

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eastern the heart of the history Known internationally as a region of spectacular vistas and dynamic cities, Eastern Ontario enjoys a reputation as one of Canada’s most historic and happening destinations. It’s easy to see why.

For one thing, Eastern Ontario boasts the fabulous city of Kingston, the first capital of Canada (it was founded in 1673) and the largest port within the worldfamous 1000 Islands region. Once a humble fur trading post, Kingston today is the gateway to the mighty St. Lawrence River and to the millionaire’s playground that is the 1000 Islands.

The remarkable Rideau Heritage Route, which will carry your tour from Kingston to the capital city of Ottawa, is sprinkled with historic towns and villages, each with its own story to tell.

Eastern Ontario’s historic heart beats in tandem with its heart of nature

Eastern Ontario’s historic heart beats in tandem with its heart of nature, expressed in such natural wonders as the soaring sand dunes on the Bay of Quinte, the spectacular wilderness scenery of a multitude of national and provincial parks, the lush countryside of the Ottawa River Valley, and the labyrinthine caves of Bonnechere in Eganville. www.grouptravelplanner.net

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Kingston, the “Limestone City” is strategically located where 3 significant bodies of water meet; the Rideau Canal, the St. Lawrence River and Lake Ontario, it was the centre of a vital supply route and ship building industry. Kingston was the first capital of the united Upper and Lower Canadas until the National Seat of Government was moved to Montreal in 1844 and finally to Ottawa in 1867.

Kingston boasts a vibrant and historic downtown core that is best appreciated on foot. Time is easily passed at local theatres, festivals and the vibrant downtown where you can enjoy scenic waterfront strolls, gallery gazing and antique browsing. An added treat is free music in the park – every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 12:30 pm in Confederation Park, along the waterfront – it coincides with the Farmers’ Market schedule.

Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises Kingston’s classic riverboats offer the broadest range of cruises in the 1000 Islands, from sightseeing to fine dining.

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heritage, including highlights such Fort Henry, the Penitentiaries, Olympic Harbour, and Bellevue House - the home of Sir John A. MacDonald.

Minimum Time Required: 50 minutes St. Lawrence Cruise Lines Cruise the St. Lawrence and Ottawa Rivers on a classically designed riverboat. There are five cruise choices of 3, 5 and 6 nights. Some Highlights include: The 1000 Islands, International Seaway Locks, Ottawa and Quebec City.

Haunted Walk of Kingston This walking tour at dusk is a tried and true favourite for all ages and even the skeptics in the group will be thoroughly spooked. Featuring the hangings at the old courthouse, haunted hotels and hidden burial grounds. Offering Haunted tours of Fort Henry in addition to the downtown tours.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour Fort Henry National Historic Site A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enter Fort Henry’s wooden gates and experience 19th century military life during the year of Canada’s confederation. The site offers guided tours, scenic views and musical performances from a military band as well as military and marching demonstrations by the Fort Henry Guard. Throughout the tourist season Fort Henry also plays host to numerous special ceremonies and events.

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Agnes Etherington Art Centre The Art Centre presents a dynamic range of contemporary and historical exhibitions, offers public programs, and is dedicated to collections-building.

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Minimum Time Required: 40 minutes Penitentiary Museum The popular Penitentiary Museum explores the history of Canada’s correctional system including the infamous Kingston Penitentiary. It presents a fascinating collection housed within an architecturally significant building constructed by inmate labour during the 1870s.

Minimum Time Required: 30-40 minutes The Grand Theatre With an amazing history of famous performers and travelling celebrities, the Grand Theatre is Kingston’s premier performing arts facility. Enjoy a variety of performances from theatre to dance, variety to music.

Tour MacLachlan Woodworking Museum – for traditional woodworking tool displays and hands-on experiences in the Cabinetmaker’s Workshop.

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Discover how the Rideau Canal has been connecting communities along the Rideau Heritage Route for almost two centuries. Today, running over 202km (126mi), the canal is considered an engineering masterpiece. The chain of lakes and rivers is joined by manmade canals and locks and winds its way through diverse Canadian terrain including the solid rock of the Canadian Shield, marshland, and pastoral landscapes. It did become an important trade route with communities along its shore thriving due to its existence. In the 1850s, the advent of the railway reduced the amount of commerce on the canal, but steamboats and pleasure craft began to discover its beauty.

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‘Maple Syrup Capital of Ontario’. Even though Lanark County is located on the western boundary of Ottawa along Highway 7, it is a world away.

During your visit to this rural county, you will have the opportunity to enjoy shopping in one of our historic towns and villages. Stay overnight and shop at one of the many unique stores throughout the county, visit a local artist or a museum.

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Smiths Falls is known as Chocolate Town Canada and Heart of the Rideau. Smiths Falls has plenty of shopping, good dining and accommodations.

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Gananoque (pronounced Gan-an-ock-wee) is situated halfway between Toronto and Montreal, two hours from Ottawa and just 15 minutes from the US border. This gateway to the 1000 Islands is known as a four-season playground with as many activities to do and things to see as there are islands. Take in Gananoque’s historic walking tour, wander through the many eclectic shops, stop at one of our awardwinning restaurants or have an adventure scuba diving, sky diving, riding the local trails and more.

A variety of boat cruises from Gananoque Boat Lines whisk visitors away on a water journey full of culture, history and island splendor. The local boat lines even offer trips to the internationally famous Boldt Castle. Boat cruises are group friendly, with triple-decker boats available. Duration and departures vary throughout the season.

The Thousand Islands Playhouse opens its doors from May to November with exciting shows in both the intimate 360-seat Springer Theatre and the new, theatre-in-the-round setting of the Firehall Theatre. Combine a spectacular musical or play with the Playhouse’s location on the shores of the St. Lawrence River .

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Spectacular views of the 1000 Islands await on Hill Island. In only 40 seconds, the elevator at the 1000 Islands Skydeck takes visitors to the first of three observation decks. The Skydeck is more than 400 feet high and provides a great photo opportunity of the 1000 Islands and the St. Lawrence River stretched out below. Completely wheelchair accessible. Also on the island, as you are headed towards US customs, your last stop in Canada is the 1000 Islands Duty Free store. Great savings and great selections.

The 1000 Islands Bridge was built in 1938 by Prime Minister William Mackenzie King and President Franklin Roosevelt. It took seven years to build and is 12 km long, crossing over two islands: Hill Island and Wellesley Island.

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Accessible by water taxi, tour boats and private boat, the five-acre island is fully handicapped accessible, has complete restroom facilities, extensive docking, several picnic areas, a gift shop, and a food and beverage concession.

There are six structures to explore on Heart Island - Boldt Castle, the Power House, the Alster Tower, the Hennery, the Arch, and a stone Gazebo.

Exhibits and a 15-minute video presentation offer a look into the life of George and Louise Boldt, along with a history of the 1000 Islands Region. George built Boldt Castle for his wife Louise as a monument to their love.

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Rockport Boat Line operates from this prime location enabling groups to see all the major features of the 1000 Islands in only one hour. The cruises includes Boldt Castle, Zavikon Island and Millionaire’s Row. Narration is available in multiple languages. The Ship’s Galley Restaurant offers dock side meals or boxed lunches for your group.

Ontario’s oldest incorporated municipality has the distinction of possessing an authentic coat of arms, and is one of the very few North American cities with its own flag.

Brockville Arts Centre Located in the heart of the 1000 Islands region, the facility is one of the finest heritage theatres in Canada. Open year round, the theatre presents world class entertainment. The popular Summer Series runs June to August. The facility is fully air conditioned & handicapped accessible.

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1000 Islands Cruises The 1000 Islands are steeped in history, filled with towering castles, impressive mansions, scenic channels and large legends. A leisurely cruise through the famous tourism region is available with 1000 Islands Cruises, and includes commentary on the history and folklore of the area. A relaxing scenic day cruise along the historic Rideau Canal is also available during parts of the year.

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Fort Wellington was constructed in Prescott during the War of 1812 to defend the St. Lawrence River shipping route between Montreal and Kingston from possible attack by the United States.

The fort continued to be used for military purposes, with occasional periods of abandonment, until it was opened to the public as an historic site in 1923.

Minimum Time Required:1 hour St. Lawrence Shakespeare If there was ever a time to embrace Shakespeare, this is it! Presented at the Kinsmen Amphitheatre in Prescott, the St. Lawrence Shakespeare festival takes the Bard’s greatest works and brings to life. This summer series will delight audiences of any age.

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Upper Canada Village is a living depiction of what village life was like in the 1860s. Learn about the great many activities that transpired in a given day. Throughout the Village colourful characters are busy in homes, shops and on the streets, tending to livestock in the barns and farmyards.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour Upper Canada Playhouse, a professional theatre company located in a converted toothbrush factory, offers entertaining comedies in its intimate theatre.

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Wilno is Canada’s first Polish settlement. Walk the path of the pioneer Kashub settlers. Stop at the crosses erected in the old Polish tradition. Visit the log cabin ‘Heritage Centre’ for historical displays, antiques, artifacts, resource books and souvenirs.

Manido Chiman - Spirit of the canoe, is the theme of our Algonquin Heritage Centre. Some artifacts exhibited are 100 year old birch bark canoes, antique weapons, tools and cutlery, regalia and head dress display, a display of medicinal herbs and plants and much more. Visit the craft shop that provides aboriginal crafts and souvenirs.

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Bonnechere Caves Ontario’s Natural Underground Wonder. Lying under a hill of limestone, said by geologists to have been the bottom of a tropical sea 500 million years ago, your guide will lead you through the scenic caves.

Learn about pre-historic fossils and corals embedded in the limestone. The caves are large enough to walk upright for the entire tour.

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Pembroke Heritage Murals This nationally acclaimed outdoor art gallery is ‘open’ 365 days a year and free for everyone to enjoy. They boast 31 large-scale murals that illustrate the rich history of this Region. See Canada’s longest mural - 264 feet long, ‘Marching Toward The Millennium’.

Hydro Electric Museum Canada’s first commercial electric street lights were installed in Pembroke. Still illuminated by the original chandeliers, and constructed around what was the largest stationary diesel engine in Canada in 1884, this museum illustrates the progress of the electrical industry throughout the last century.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour Hugli’s Blueberry Ranch Learn the secrets of growing high-bush blueberries and the health benefits from this miracle berry.

Board the Blueberry Express Wagon for a tour of the blueberry fields, mammoth pumpkin patch and scenic views. Browse through the country gift store and ice cream parlour filled with items that have a natural twist and blueberry products galore. On-site white garden tent overlooking the valley available for goup events.

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In the 1850s as sawmills and settlements opened up the interior of the Ottawa Valley, the Canadian Government developed a series of colonization roads throughout Eastern Ontario. The most significant of these was the Ottawa and Opeongo Road, better known as the Opeongo Line. European settlers were lured by land grants, but the challenge proved too difficult, the land was unforgiving. The giant virgin pine stands were harvested, the everhopeful pioneers moved on, and forests eventually reclaimed many of the primitive homesteads. And while many of the once-bustling communities are now relative ghost towns, the spirit of adventure that attracted the pioneers remain.

Nestled on the western shores of the Ottawa River and bisected by the Petawawa River is the Town of Petawawa. This scenic community is a must for anyone who enjoys the outdoors - from golden beaches to fresh-fallen snow. Visitors find the view of the Laurentian Mountains spectacular.

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For a unique glimpse into Canada’s proud military history since 1905, visit the CFB Petawawa Military Museum and the Airborne Forces Museum.

The Base Museum tells the fascinating story of the formation of Camp Petawawa in 1905, through two world wars to its present day. The Canadian Airborne Forces Museum exhibits the proud history of Canada’s Airborne. Included are the collections of the Royal Canadian Dragoons, Canadian Guards and 427 Tactical Helicopter Squadron.

92 km of railway line converted into a biking trail located only 1 hour from Ottawa/Gatineau.

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The Canadian Clock Museum Visit the only museum in the world devoted to Canadian horology, with Canadian-made and Canadian-label clocks dating from the early 1800s to today.

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Situated in Western Québec, right next door to the Ottawa Valley, the Pontiac Region has a rich Algonquin history dating back to the 17th century.

Today, the area is most noted for its strong agricultural traditions, with particular emphasis on the autumn harvest. In addition, the area also boasts several leisure activities and cultural events.

Chutes Coulonge Take in the astonishing waterfalls and beautiful scenery, afterwards pay a visit to the museum or picnic area.

Pontefract Golf Course Playing a round on this 9-hole course located on 600 acres along the Coulonge River is sure to please!

Leslie Lake Park Ideal for swimming and picnicking, with campsites available, this picturesque area makes for the perfect rest stop or camping excursion.

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Experience the thrill of whitewater rafting in the Whitewater Capital of Canada! Numerous rafting companies operate on the Ottawa River from early May to the end of September.

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The Royal Canadian Air Force Memorial Museum honours the airmen and airwomen who have served in Canada’s Air Forces. The facility features a completely restored Halifax Bomber, AD ASTRA stone project, military aviation social history displays, specialty gift shop, and an adjacent Air Park.

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Bleasdell Boulder is one of the largest rocks of its kind in North America. Follow the wellgroomed hiking trail and discover the enormous Bleasdell Boulder. It weighs 2,000 tonnes and stands 25 feet high. It was deposited by an ancient glacier over 20,000 years ago and is one of nature’s wonders worth visiting.

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The Lennox and Addington County Museum is located in the 1864 limestone jail. A self-guided tour of a local history collection telling the story of old Ontario. The elegance of the early 19th century may be savoured at the historic Macpherson House overlooking the Napanee River and falls. Group packages available with a museum visit and lunch.

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Ameliasburgh Historical Museum - B5

In Prince Edward County, the museum is housed in the 1868 Methodist Church and 14 other buildings, and shows the agricultural and industrial history of the area. The restored 1910 stationary steam engine, art gallery, tea room, native displays, bee keeping exhibit, log cabin and blacksmith shop are the main attractions.

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Sweetwater Cabin Gifts is located in a 1830 log cabin. Inside you’ll find maple themed gift shop and antiques to reminisce about. Open by chance or appointment. Tours always welcome.

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Sandbanks Provincial Park The largest freshwater bay mouth sand dune system in the world. Other amenities: park store and restaurant, visitor centre, natural heritage education programs, playground, recreational rentals, fishing and three beautiful beaches.

The Regent Theatre The Regent Theatre is a year-round, three hundred and fifty seat theatre, showing current movies and live presentations with popular performers. The theatre is circa 1920, and designated as an historically significant building and has retained most of its original features. Box office: 10am to 4pm, Mon.-Sat. Prince Edward Point Bird Observatory Located along the eastern tip of Prince Edward County about 20 minutes southeast of Picton, Ontario in a National Wildlife Area. Banding and monitoring of the spring migration begins in April and runs into May. Operations start daily at dawn and finish approximately six hours later around noon, weather permitting. The fall banding begins in August and runs into November.

Museums of Prince Edward County Five unique sites located throughout the County. In scenic surroundings, the Museums interpret the community’s dynamic history. In addition to providing exhibitions and educational programs, the museums also offer customized tours for groups.

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ALGONQUIN COLLEGE Our guest suites feature 2 private bedrooms, a kitchenette, and a full 3 piece bath. Barrier-free suites are also available. Other amenities include voice-over IP phones, free local calls, air conditioning, cable televisions, internet access, a beach volleyball court, basketball nets, outdoor BBQs, a workout facility, and a movie lounge. Guests will also enjoy our complementary continental breakfast, free parking and motorcoach parking. The College offers great food options, local restaurants and shopping within walking distance.

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1385 Woodroffe Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, K2G 1V8 Tel: 613-727-7698; 1-877-225-8664 Fax: 613-727-7778 conferences@algonquincollege.com www.algonquincollege.com/conference

AMBASSADOR CONFERENCE RESORT Experience the newly renovated facilities at the full service Ambassador Conference Resort: 251 deluxe guestrooms and suites, 24 with whirlpool, new Business, Comfort & Traditional guestrooms, JM's Restaurant & Lounge, Indoor Water Park with pool, 100" waterslide, interactive splash pad, eucaplytus steam room, European dry sauna, whirlpool tub spas, cardio fitness centre and electronic games room. Guestrooms feature hairdryer, coffee maker, free local calls, voice mail, remote control cable television,wireless high speed Internet and clock radio.

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FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON HOTEL & SUITES KINGSTON Steps from waterfront, market square and shopping.

Newly renovated deluxe rooms and suites all feature the Four Comfort Bed. Rooms boast views of downtown Kingston or Lake Ontario, coffee maker, hairdryer, iron/board, work desk, remote control cable television, complimentary high speed internet(wireless in some rooms), individual climate control, windows that open, security key access. Suites also feature sofa, refrigerator, microwave, two televisions, balcony. Indoor pool, exercise room, sauna, whirlpool. King Street Sizzle Restaurant & Bar.

9990 M Zdravko Bovan 285 King Street East, Kingston, Ontario, K7L 3B1 Tel: 613-544-4434; 1-888-478-4333 Fax: 613-546-6841 zbovan4593@rogers.com www.fourpointskingston.com

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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES BROCKVILLE At Exit 696, off of Hwy 401, we are a short walk to many restaurants. Our property features a 100% smoke free environment, a pool, 24-hour fitness centre and laundry facility on-site. Every morning guests will enjoy our Hot Express Start Breakfast. Corporate travelers will appreciate our meeting space and 24-hour Smart Roast coffee station. We also provide complimentary wired or wireless high-speed internet access and free motorcoach parking. Stay Smart with us!

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Krystal Legace 7815 Kent Blvd., Brockville, Ontario, K6V 6N7 Tel: 613-342-1883; 1-877-234-8285 Fax: 613-342-0673 info@hiebrockville.com www.hiexpress.com/brockvilleon

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES GANANOQUE Gananoques newest hotel! Built in 2005 offers;61 guest rooms, indoor pool/sauna and Busines/fitness centers,free high-speed internet, indoor corridors, 24 hour staff on duty, Complimentary Express Start Hot Breakfast Buffet.Free Motorcoach parking and baggage handling upon request. Standard rooms feature 2 queen sized beds. Suites Available. Located at the east end of Gananoque, close to the 1000 Island OLG Casino, 5 minute drive to live theatre and boat cruise docks. Easy access to the 401 and 1000 Island parkway.

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Sarah Laturnus 777 King Street, Gananoque, Ontario, K7G 1H4 Tel: 613-382-8338; 1-866-301-2650 Fax: 613-382-0435 hotelsales@gananoque.com www.holidayinnexpress1000islands.com

MCINTOSH COUNTRY INN & CONFERENCE CENTRE Our 59 guestroom Country Inn is the perfect choice for business, getaways, conferences, banquets, wedding receptions in a retreat-like setting. In the heart of picturesque St. Lawrence Seaway Valley, the McIntosh Country Inn & Conference Centre offers guests large comfortably appointed guest rooms. All rooms equipped with telephone, cable television, In-room coffee& Wifi. We offer casual dining in the Orchard Restaurant serving breakfast/lunch/dinner daily.

Individual dining rooms also available for private dining. At day's end, relax in Mac's Tavern or our outdoor licensed patio..

990 Tom Morrow 12495 Cty Rd # 2 E, Morrisburg, Ontario, K0C 1X0 Tel: 613-543-3788; 1-888-229-2850 Fax: 613-543-3160 info@mcintoshcountryinn.com www.mcintoshcountryinn.com

PEACHTREE INN Centrally located, in Kingston Ontario, the Peachtree Inn is minutes away from shopping and local attractions. Our 74 spacious air-conditioned guest rooms include cable colour TV, hair dryer, fridge, in-room coffee, queen size beds and clock radios. Amenities include free deluxe continental breakfast, free covered parking, free local phone calls, free wireless internet & wake up call service. Ample bus parking, complimentary rooms and company billing are available for groups. NOW 100% SMOKE & PET FREE!

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Your first choice when visiting the Cornwall area.

Centrally located at the base of the Seaway International Bridge, 2 miles south of Hwy 401, and 1 hour from Ottawa and Montreal. Across the street from the Brookdale Centre featuring many shops and restaurants. 116 tastefully decorated guest rooms include: hairdryer, coffee, iron and ironing board, continental breakfast, high speed internet,local calls, restaurant, room service, large indoor pool, whirlpool, exercise room, free parking and gift shop.

St. Lawrence College Residence offers affordable accommodations all summer long!Walk to Lake Ontario Park, biking/hiking waterfront trails, close to historic downtown Kingston, Portsmouth Village, & more. For information: 613-544-6600, ext 4989 kconferences@sl.on.ca www.stlawrencecollege.ca

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Tara MacInnis 1187 Princess Street, Kingston, Ontario, K7M 3E1 Tel: 613-546-4411; 1-800-706-0698 Fax: 613-546-9122 info@peachtreeinn.net www.peachtreeinn.net

RAMADA HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE

Along the shores of the mighty St. Lawrence River and Great Lake Ontario, the 1000 Islands and the St. Lawrence Seaway has been a long-time favorite tour destination offering natural beauty, quality accommodations, and spectacular events and entertainment.

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SUPER 8 CORNWALL Located in the picturesque Seaway Valley on Highway 401, Cornwall's newest hotel provides groups with luxury rooms at affordable prices. Our beautifully furnished rooms offer plenty of space with Queen or King beds for a comfortable night's rest with continental breakfast provided in the morning to get you going in the right direction. Free wi-fi access. Conveniently located beside the Highway 401, 1 hour from Ottawa or Montreal. Free ample parking for buses available.

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The Glen House Resort is the ideal location to hold any kind of Group Function or Conference. Located In the Heart of the 1000 Islands, 25km’s east of Kingston. The Glen House’s Island View setting creates a peaceful, unique atmosphere which will boost productivity.

Located close to 1000 Islands OLG Casino, live theatre, boat cruises, and new on-site 18 hole championship golf course “Smuggler’s Glen”. Great Location, Attractions, Service, and Value. The Glen House Resort.

Jeanine Hunter #409 1000 Island Parkway, Lansdowne, Ontario, K0E 1L0 Tel: 613-659-2204; 1-800-268-4536 Fax: 613-659-2232 glenhse@1000island.net www.glenhouseresort.com www.smugglersglen.com

attractions BONNECHERE CAVES The Bonnechere Caves are an appropriate choice as an activity for people of all ages. The guided tour takes you through a cave system that relatively young by geological standards, only about 10,000 years old. The limestone that the caves are formed in however dates back to time before the evolution of any creature with a backbone, somewhere in the neighborhood of 450,000,000 years ago. Come hear the story of how these caves were explored.

M Chris Hinsperger 1247 Fourth Chute Road, Eganville, Ontario, K0J 1T0 Tel: 613-628-2283; 1-800-469-2283 Fax: 1-613-628-2283 cavemanchris@bonnecherecaves.com www.bonnecherecaves.com

CANADA'S PENITENTIARY MUSEUM The Penitentiary Museum traces the history of Canada's federal penitentiary system. Housed in the former Warden's residence of Kingston Penitentiary, 8 rooms have been converted for display. Motorcoach parking and public washrooms are available on site. Admission is by donation to the "Friends of the Penitentiary Museum" charitable organization. Tours are self-guided and average approximately 45 minutes in length. The building is accessible to the first floor with an electronic "virtual tour" of the second floor.

M David St.Onge c/o 440 King St. West, Kingston, Ontario, K7L 4Y8 Tel: 613-530-3122 Fax: 613-536-4815 fpm@cogeco.net www.penitentiarymuseum.ca

boat tours 1000 ISLANDS CRUISES ROCKPORT BOAT LINE Specializing in group tours, our combination one or two hour cruise and lunch buffet in our Waterfront Restaurant or our Two Hour Lunch Cruise aboard the Sea Prince makes Rockport a very attractive stop.

Onboard commentary in 13 languages. Complimentary meals for the tour escort and driver (with a meal reservation). Other options are our Dinner Cruise, Two Castle Tour and Boldt Castle Stop-over Cruise. Located midway between Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa.

M Carol Sudds 23 Front Street, Rockport, Ontario, K0E 1V0 Tel: 613-659-3402; 1-800-563-8687 Fax: 613-659-2000 info@rockportcruises.com www.rockportcruises.com

GANANOQUE BOAT LINE PLAY AND CRUISE FREE! Make a casino booking and get your cruise free! (1 and 2.5 hour cruises)Gananoque Boat Line offers the most comprehensive 1000 Islands cruises from two locations; Gananoque and Ivy Lea (at 1000 Islands International Bridge). Departures offer 1hour, 2.5-hour and Boldt Castle stopover tours. Food service. Lunch available to groups on one hour tours.

Ample parking. Visit www.ganboatline.com or call 888717-4837.

Kathy MacRae P.O. Box 190, Gananoque, Ontario, K7G 2T7 Tel: 613-382-2144; 1-888-717-4837 Fax: 613-382-2148 kmacrae@ganboatline.com www.ganboatline.com

ST. LAWRENCE CRUISE LINES INC. Cruise the St. Lawrence and Ottawa Rivers on a classically designed riverboat. The Canadian Empress carries 66 berthed passengers in comfort along routes selected for their rich gifts of history and natural beauty. There are five cruise choices of 2, 3, 5 and 6 nights. Some Highlights include: The 1000 Islands, International Seaway Locks, Ottawa and Quebec City. These cruises are particularly popular with the 50+ market.

M Jason Clark 253 Ontario Street, Kingston, Ontario, K7L 2Z4 Tel: 613-549-8091; 1-800-267-7868 Fax: 613-549-8410 jasonclark@cogeco.ca www.stlawrencecruiselines.com

destination marketing 1000 ISLANDS INTERNATIONAL TOURISM COUNCIL Our charming waterfront communities feature scenic narrated boat tours, historic sites, theatre, unique attractions, dining and shopping, exciting festivals, cultural and special events, ample accommodations and more.

Our user-friendly Group Tour Planner was created with the tour planner in mind. Bring your groups to explore the islands that reach from Kingston to Cornwall. For more information and to receive a 1000 Islands St. Lawrence Seaway Motorcoach Tour Planner contact us at (800) 847-5263.

PO Box 69, Lansdowne, Ontario, K0E 1L0 Tel: 315-482-2520; 1-800-847-5263 Fax: 315-482-5906 tillie@visit1000islands.com www.tour1000.com www.visit1000islands.com

OTTAWA VALLEY TOURIST ASSOCIATION The Upper Ottawa Valley (Renfrew County) stretches west from Ottawa, Canada’s capital city, along the foothills of the Laurentian Mountains to the wilderness of world-renowned Algonquin Park. Rolling woodlands, pristine waterways and dramatic landforms can be found scattered throughout towns, villages and municipalities. Full-service accommodations, unique attractions and restaurants, outdoor adventure and warm hospitality await your group. Let the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association assist with your tour planning. Order your group tour information package today!

Ottawa Valley Tourist Association 9 International Dr., Pembroke, Ontario, K8A 6W5 Tel: 613-732-4364; 1-800-757-6580 Fax: 613-735-2492 info@ottawavalley.travel www.OttawaValley.travel

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RIDEAU HERITAGE ROUTE TOURISM ASSOCIATION The Rideau Heritage Route from Lake Ontario in Kingston to Ottawa along both sides of the Rideau Canal, winds its way through historic sites, quaint villages and spectacular recreation areas. The Rideau Canal is North America’s oldest continuously operated waterway and a UNESCO World Heritage Site! Enjoy a guided cruise, paddle in a voyageur canoe, cycle and hike or even rent a houseboat. - Motorcoach parking - free or low cost admission - student/youth activities - interpretive programs

TOWN OF PETAWAWA

Town of Petawawa 1111 Victoria Street, Petawawa, Ontario, K8H 2E6 Tel: 613-687-5536 Fax: 613-687-5973 email@petawawa.ca www.petawawa.ca

festivals & events GLENGARRY HIGHLAND GAMES Join us July 30&31, at one of the largest celtic festivals in North America. Thrill to the colour and tradition of competing pipers, dancers, and heavyweights.

Entertainment features Scocha from Scotland, fiddlers from Scotland and Cape Breton, along with the best in celtic bands. Be there for the spectacular Games closing with 65 massed pipe bands. Special bus parking and handicapped areas. Nearby accommodation in Cornwall, Alexandria and Ottawa. Food, Scottish goods and all services on-site.

Betty McCormick P.O. Box 106, Maxville, Ontario, K0C 1T0 Tel: 613-527-2876; 1-888-298-1666 Fax: 613-527-1594 exec@glengarryhighlandgames.com www.glengarryhighlandgames.com

The Rideau Roundtable presents VOYAGEUR CANOE TOURS. Learn about history and wildlife in the Rideau Waterway UNESCO World Heritage Site, while leisurely paddling a 34-foot replica voyageur canoe!! Qualified canoe instructors in voyageur costume tell tales of the Rideau Canal and introduce you to abundant wildlife. A 1.5-hour tour is perfect for company picnics, teambuilding, youth outings, family reunions, day camps, festivals, or birthday parties.To book a tour contact (613) 269-3415 or shamill@ripnet.com or visit www.rideauroundtable.ca Stew Hamill Box 25, Smiths Falls, Ontario, K7A 4S9 Tel: 613-269-3415 shamill@ripnet.com www.rideauroundtable.ca

ST. LAWRENCE SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL If you've never been to Prescott before to experience our unique riverside amphitheatre, we hope you'll take the opportunity this summer to take advantage of what is fast becoming the premier outdoor theatre experience along the Seaway. Always lively and exciting, our music-filled productions bring Shakespeare to life. The 2010 season presents Trouble on Dibble Street and Macbeth from July 10 - August 14, Tuesday - Saturday 7pm, Saturday matinee 2pm.

Jessie De Vries 120 King St. East, PO Box 119, Prescott, Ontario, K0E 1T0 Tel: 613-925-5788 info@stlawrenceshakespeare.ca www.stlawrenceshakespeare.ca

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restaurants GOLDEN GRIDDLE FAMILY RESTAURANTS Our locations are a perfect fit for bus tours and close to major tourist attractions. From breakfasts through to dinner, we can satisfy groups of all ages. All of our restaurants offer the driver and tour guide a complimentary meal, including non-alcoholic beverage. We can seat 150 to 200 people. There is ample parking for buses, and a number of our sites are near main highways such as Hwy. 400, Hwy. 401 and Hwy. 404.

M The Golden Griddle Corporation 305 Milner Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M1B 3V4 Tel: 416-609-2200 Fax: 416-609-2207 general@goldengriddlecorp.com www.goldengriddlecorp.com

Upper Canada Playhouse, a professional theatre company located in a charmingly converted toothbrush factory, offers entertaining comedies in its intimate, air-conditioned and fully accessible theatre. This popular bus tour destination and area’s primary entertainment attraction boasts a 6-show Season from April through December. Enjoy the theatre’s unique atmosphere, high quality entertaining productions and historic Seaway attractions. Special touring rates, motorcoach parking, escort/driver comps, abundance of onsite washroom facilities, minimal walking & licensed canteen.

M Roseann Kelly 12321 County Rd #2, Morrisburg, Ontario, K0C 1X0 Tel: 613-543-3713; 1-877-550-3650 Fax: 613-543-4388 ucp@uppercanadaplayhouse.com www.uppercanadaplayhouse.com

GOLDEN GRIDDLE FAMILY RESTAURANT Clarion Inn & Suites 211 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, Ontario, K8N 3A7 Tel: 613-967-5678 Fax: 613-966-5894 general@goldengriddlecorp.com www.goldengriddlecorp.com

THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN HOUSE RESTAURANT Whether you would like a delicious dinner for two, private buisness meetings, parties, wedding dinners or bus tours, Rocky Mountain can accommodate it all. We have a large spacious dining room and a banquet hall that holds up to 150 people. We offer breakfast, lunch or dinner. Also attached is our Scottish Pub and patio where you can enjoy a hot meal or cold drink. Only 45 minutes west of Ottawa.

M Amy Halko 409 Stewart Street, Renfrew, Ontario, K7V 1Y4 Tel: 613-432-5801; 1-866-372-2210 Fax: 613-432-9865 rmh@nrtco.net www.therockymountainhouse.com

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Welcome to Petawawa! Just 90 minutes from Ottawa next to Algonquin Park, Petawawa is the best recreation destination in the Valley. At the junction of the Petawawa and Ottawa Rivers, Petawawa offers some of the most breathtaking scenery in Eastern Ontario. Trek our award-winning Emerald Necklace trail system and relax on our stunning beaches. Explore our shops and museums or launch your boat for days at a time. Come to Petawawa - we're dynamic by nature.

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ottawa all of canada in one city A naturally beautiful city surrounded by three rivers and awash in green spaces, Ottawa is a showcase for Canadian history and culture and a leading centre for high technology. With 29 museums lining its historic streets, Ottawa is home to more national treasures than any other city in Canada — and that’s aside from the venerable Parliament Buildings. Perched atop a limestone escarpment that looms over the Ottawa River, the Gothic-style stone buildings are the seat of the Canadian government and a major city attraction. The daily Changing the Guard ceremony is a guaranteed crowd pleaser.

But all is not pomp and pageantry in Ottawa. Far from it. The city’s 60-plus annual festivals prove that the national capital is a party-goer at heart. There’s always something to celebrate in this distinctly Canadian city, where the two national languages of English and French can be heard everywhere around you and where everything from cool blues music to hot air balloons is deserving of a festival in its honor. This is the site of the world’s biggest Tulip festival (and you thought that distinction belonged to Holland!) and the world’s largest skating rink — the Rideau Canal (now a UNESCO World Heritage Site) — which is the epicenter of the annual Winterlude festival that takes place here each February.

That’s the claim to fame of Ottawa, Canada’s national capital and an internationally renowned destination in its own right.

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Parliament Hill In 1860, Prince Edward (later Edward VII) laid the cornerstone for the structures, which were finished in time to host the inaugural session of the first Parliament of the new Dominion of Canada in 1867. The buildings, Centre Block, West Block and East Block, are at the heart of Canadian political life, containing the House of Commons and the Senate. The Peace Tower Carillon dominating the Centre Block houses 53 bells totalling 53,424 kg (60 tons). The biggest bell weighs 10,080 kg (11 tons) and the smallest one weighs 4.5 kg (10 pounds). Also, a clock, an observation deck, and the Memorial Chamber, commemorate Canada’s war dead including the 66,650 Canadians who lost their lives in World War I. Parliament is the heart of Canada’s democratic system. Canadians’ representatives meet on Parliament Hill to make laws that shape the country’s future and affect the lives of every citizen. Parliament Hill is a place for national decision-making. It is also a place for people. Visitors are welcome to tour the buildings, view Parliament in action, and enjoy public programs and colourful spectacles.

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Changing the Guard From June to August, catch the thrilling spectacle of the Changing the Guard ceremony - Canadian tradition at its most colourful. The colourful half-hour ceremony is held daily on the Parliament Hill lawn.

Two historic regiments – the Governor-General’s Foot Guards and the Canadian Grenadier Guards – compose the Ceremonial Guard. The parade of 125 soldiers in busbies and scarlet jackets assembles at Cartier Square Drill Hall to march to the hill.

ByWard Market This traditional farmers’ market sells food, flowers, produce and is home to boutiques displaying a wide variety of arts and crafts. The outdoor market operates 363 days per year and is nestled in a vibrant residential and commercial neighbourhood.

Sound and Light Show on Parliament Hill A 30-minute display of sound and light set against the spectacular backdrop of Parliament Hill that tells the story of Canada. From July to September, this free, bilingual show is presented nightly. Presented by the National Capital Commission (NCC).

Canadian War Museum The architecture of the Canadian War Museum, with its grass-covered roof and angled walls evoking the instability of war, is breathtaking and, in itself, worth the visit. Dedicated to the education, preservation and remembrance of Canada’s military history, the Museum presents Canada’s rich military past.

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who lived through periods of conflicts, the Museum showcases the human side of war and provides a thought-provoking experience to visitors. Confirmed exhibits for 2010-2013 include The Wars of 1812 and Medieval Warfare.

Minimum Time Required: 2 hours Canada Aviation Museum This museum is recognized as having the most extensive aviation collection in Canada and one which ranks among the best in the world. It has grown to include more than 120 aircraft and countless artifacts. Exhibits illustrate the development of the flying machine in both peace and war from the pioneer period to the present time. The museum is home to the Silver Dart, which made Canada’s first powered flight from Baddeck, Nova Scotia in February 1909.

National Gallery of Canada The museum has 50,000 works in its permanent collection. Highlighted artists include: Benjamin West, Georges Bouillon, Tom Thomson and the Group of Seven. European masters such as Picasso are also represented and contemporary galleries feature pop art and minimalism. Each year, three to four major traveling exhibits are displayed.

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Canada Science and Technology Museum Permanent exhibits deal with Canada in space, land and marine transportation, communications and modern industrial and household technology.

Launch a rocket from a mini-control room or observe the heavens through Canada’s largest refracting telescope (appointments necessary).

Minimum Time Required: 2 hours National Arts Centre Performances run year-round and attract audiences both from the National Capital Region and from around the world. The NAC is home to the worldrenowned National Arts Centre Orchestra as well as world-class dining at Le Café restaurant for lunch and dinner.

Canadian Museum of Nature Recently renovated, the museum now features a crystal “lantern” over the front entrance, to evoke a sense of the stone tower that was part of the original architecture. Eight permanent exhibit halls trace the history of life on Earth from its beginnings 4,200 million years ago. Exhibits include: four floors of dinosaurs, gold mines, birds in flight, mammals hunting food, minerals and gems, creepy critters, deep sea experiences and more. The Water Gallery, a new gallery in the renovated East Wing, explores water through displays, aquariums and specimens, including the skeleton of the blue whale.

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Laurier House This 1878 brick home is filled with mementos of the two Canadian Prime Ministers who lived here. Sir Wilfrid Laurier, Canada’s seventh Prime Minister, occupied the home from 1897 to 1919. William Lyon Mackenzie King, Prime Minister for 21 years lived here from 1923 to 1950.

Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride The Musical Ride, a world-renowned military pageant performed with 32 horses and riders, was first produced publicly in Regina in 1887. Horses and riders practice at the Canadian Police College and the RCMP invites visitors to tour the stables and Visitors’ Centre year-round.

Canadian Tulip Festival For about 2 weeks in mid-May Ottawa is ablaze with over 3 million tulips surrounding public buildings, monuments, embassies, homes and driveways. The festival began in 1945, when the Netherlands sent 100,000 tulip bulbs to Canada in appreciation of the role Canadian troops played in liberating Holland and in recognition of Ottawa housing the Dutch Royal Family during the war.

The Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Constructed between 1826 and 1832, the Rideau Canal was meant to bypass the Thousand Islands section of the St. Lawrence River thought to be vulnerable to American attack. A historic navigable waterway, the Rideau Canal winds 202km from Kingston to the Ottawa River. In summer, walk along the canal paths or explore the canal by canoe or kayak. In winter, the Rideau Canal becomes the world’s largest skating rink and a magical 7.8km skateway of ice, in the very heart of Canada’s Capital.

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Royal Canadian Mint Have you ever wondered how coins are made? The answer can be found at the Royal Canadian Mint, Canada’s national mint. Founded as a branch of the British Royal Mint in 1908, the Royal Canadian Mint produces circulation coins for Canada and other countries, as well as commemorative coins sold worldwide. The Mint in Ottawa produces collectors’ coins, general circulation coin production was shifted to Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1976.

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Aboriginal Experiences Visitors are provided with enriching and entertaining new experiences on historic and sacred Victoria Island under the shadow of Parliament Hill. The programs offer a rare opportunity to experience the rich culture, teaching and history of Canada’s First People. For thousands of years, the Algonquin Nation used this very island as a meeting place for gatherings, trading and celebrations.

Rideau Hall Rideau Hall is the official residence of the Governor General of Canada. In Canada’s parliamentary democracy, the Governor General represents Queen Elizabeth II as head of state. The position of Governor General is the oldest uninterrupted public office in North America. Since Confederation in 1867, all Governors General have lived at Rideau Hall. The 32-hectare estate features the residence, service buildings, a visitor centre and extensive grounds and gardens.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour Canada Agriculture Museum A unique combination of modern demonstration farm and museum. Tractors exhibition follows the 100-year-old story of the tractor from unfamiliar oddity to commonplace tool on Canadian farms. Farm animals, live demonstrations, special events and fascinating artifacts bring Canada’s agricultural heritage alive!

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Canadian Museum of Contemporary Photography This museum presents dynamic exhibitions

by Canada’s best photographers. CMCP is one of only a few museums devoted to photography in the world.

Currency Museum of the Bank of Canada Experience the most comprehensive collection of Canadian notes, coins, and tokens in the world as well as currency from other countries. The Currency Museum is just a five minute walk from Parliament Hill.

Diefenbunker Cold War Museum This immense underground nuclear bunker was built in secrecy during the height of the Cold War, and was meant to house the top officials of the government and military during the risk of nuclear attack. Tours of this unique facility take visitors through 1960s era government rooms, living quarters, and cryptographic areas.

Mad Science of Ottawa Children are provided with fun, interactive, and educational activities that give an understanding of what science is really about and how it affects the world around them. Visit for a “supercool” hands-on science experience.

Children and adults alike will have a “blast”!

Midway Family Fun Park Midway Family Fun Park offers 30,000 sq. feet of fun for everyone, from wall climbing to the Jungle Gym. Plan a day to enjoy all this amusement park has to offer.

Canadian Folk Music Walk of Fame With inductees including Joni Mitchell, Gordon Lightfoot and Stan Rogers, the Canadian Folk Music Walk of Fame has honored some of Canada’s best musicians. Walk along the plaques and feel the star power.

Recreational activities for the young and young-atheart abound in Ottawa. Check out the Fun Junction Family Fun Centre and try your hand at mini-golf, laser tag, rock climbing, or relax in the FJ Sports Bar. Or, make a splash at one of the Ottawa region’s wave pools. The Kanata’s Leisure Centre & Wave Pool features a whirlpool, waterslide, fitness studio and healthy eating options. Splash Wave Pool offers a beach area, leisure and wave swims, and a whirlpool which can accommodate up to thirty adults.

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Interesting Facts: • Queen Juliana of the Netherlands, who’d spent the war years in Canada, arranged for an annual bulb presentation to celebrate the birth of her daughter, Princess Margriet, in Ottawa in 1943. To ensure that the princess was born a Dutch citizen, the Canadian government proclaimed her room in the Ottawa Civic Hospital part of the Netherlands.

• Kings, Queens and presidents stay at Rideau Hall when they visit Canada’s Capital.

If you visit, you'll be walking in the footsteps of leaders like King Hussein of Jordan, Queen Juliana of the Netherlands and President Clinton of the United States.

• The grounds of Rideau Hall feature more than 80 trees planted by visiting foreign leaders as well as distinctly Canadian points of interest like an Inuk Shuk.

• Canada’s best-known sports trophies the Stanley Cup for hockey and the Grey Cup for football were donated by previous Governors General.

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Ottawa’s Countryside, has become Canada’s rural tourism hot spot, right next to the Nation’s Capital.

Warm rural hospitality and a wealth of adventure await you. Enjoy leisurely country drives while stopping to experience fun-filled adventure sites and attractions from North America’s largest collection of hedge mazes to horse back riding; shop for distinctive gifts in quaint villages, sample farm fresh produce or exotic meats while relaxing at day’s end in our cozy yet luxurious accommodations. Ample bus parking.

Saunders Farm Explore this world-renowned family farm attraction, located 30 minutes from downtown Ottawa. In the summer visit the aMAZEing Mazes, the world’s largest collection of hedge mazes. Bring your group to the farm for a picnic lunch. In October Saunders Farm features spook-tacular haunted hayrides, the Barn of Terror, live stage shows, and Ghost Stories by the Bonfire.

Minimum Time Required: 3-8 hours Manotick-Ottawa’s Historic Waterfront Village Step into this quaint village along the Rideau River and you’ll find a wonderful place steeped in history, charm and style. A truly pleasant shopping experience with an artistic atmosphere awaits you.Original works of art by the area’s many locally-and internationally-known artisans are displayed in the village’s many galleries and boutiques.

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Stanley’s Olde Maple Lane Farm A traditional Sugar Bush 20 minutes from Parliament Hill with towering maples, stone house, log outbuildings, 250 acres of Maple bush, Cedar groves and meadows, Stanley’s Farm is where nature is at its best. Visit during Sugar Bush season and enjoy horse drawn sleighrides, maple taffy, a hearty maple meal and learn the way it used to be in Canada’s spring time maple forests.

Bearbrook Farms & Tourist Resort Wild boar, goats, emu, buffalo, geese and many types of deer are just some of the several hundred animals to be found at the Bearbrook Farm Exotic Animal Park. The relaxed atmosphere, delicious foods and stocked meat store provide an eclectic mix of exactly what rural life is all about.

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Pinto Valley Ranch A terrific spot for groups to get away from the City and have the adventures of a lifetime. The Ranch maintains approximately 150 horses, as well as various other livestock ranging from lop eared rabbits to llamas. They provide groups with a good old fashioned ranch experience.

Calypso Canada’s largest water park opened in June 2010 in Limoges, 20 minutes east of Ottawa. The 1.74 square kilometer park features over 35 state-of-theart waterslides, close to 100 water games, and a massive 2000-person capacity wave pool. www.grouptravelplanner.net

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There are plenty of attractions in Gatineau and surrounding area, including the Canadian Museum of Civilization, with its majestic curves evoking the emergence of the North American landmass.

Gatineau is renowned for its festive, open spirit.

Place Aubry, in the heart of downtown, is a favourite meeting place and is home to boutiques and outdoor cafés. In July the area really comes alive as crowds of music-lovers turn out for the numerous concerts. The city has no lack of green spaces, and visitors can enjoy boat rides on the Ottawa River and lots of outdoor activities, including cycling in Gatineau Park. This peaceful oasis also offers interpretation trails, hiking and cross-country ski trails, sand beaches and the splendid estate of former Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King.

Canadian Museum of Civilization / Canadian Children’s Museum Canada’s largest museum offers the world’s largest indoor collection of totem poles and the magnificent First Peoples Hall. It also houses an IMAX® Theatre, the Canadian Children’s Museum, the Canadian Postal Museum and special exhibitions. This interactive museum is open year-round and offers extensive school programs. Visit the museum between November 18, 2010 and September 5, 2011 to take in the Canadian Arctic Expedition, 1913-1918 exhibit, featuring the first multi-facetted scientific expedition to the Canadian Arctic.

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In Canada Hall, laid out in chronological order, is the history of the country starting with the arrival of the Vikings. Experience a remarkable journey through one thousand years of Canada’s social history.

Canada Hall has been developed in two sections.

The first focuses on the Atlantic region, Quebec and Ontario from A.D. 1000 to 1885. The second covers Western and Northern Canada from 1885 to the present. The Grand Hall is a major permanent exhibition dedicated to the cultures, history and contributions of Aboriginal peoples across Canada.The museums also contains an IMAX Theatre where visitors are now able to enjoy IMAX 3D technology, a new state-of-the-art sound system, a new screen and new seats. Thanks to all of these improved features, the IMAX Theatre will be the only one in North America to present 3D films on the IMAX screen and 2D films on the Dome.

Minimum Time Required: 2 hours Casino du Lac-Leamy an Elegant Escapade Located only five minutes from downtown Ottawa, the Casino du Lac-Leamy is the heart of a magnificent urban resort, an inspiring oasis of water greenery that is also home to the five-star Hilton LacLeamy hotel. The Casino combines the fun of gaming with more than 60 gaming tables and 1800 slot machines, the delight of fine dining with a variety of restaurants and the performance arts with a 1000seat Theatre.

Hull Chelsea Wakefield Steam Train Enjoy a scenic rail tour through the picturesque Gatineau Hills to the quaint village of Wakefield on board Eastern Canada’s oldest operating steam train, which dates from 1907. The comfortable coaches have on-board tour guides and entertainers. Renowned for spectacular fall foliage excursions and its Sunset Dinner Train. Two and five hour tours available.

Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival Plan your tour during the Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival and your groups will be dazzled by hot-air balloons of all shapes and colours, from all over the world: Canada, the United States, Holland and Brazil. An amazing sight that will take your breath away! Enjoy the festival and its shows, amusement rides, fireworks, magic, street entertainers, the “Nightglow” illumination, crafts market and strongman competition.

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Dinner & Show at Ferme Rouge Located 20 minutes from Parliament Hill, Ferme Rouge Restaurant offers a delicious dinner and entertainment experience. With a seating capacity of 525, Ferme Rouge easily accommodates groups. Complimentary shows feature the sensational voices and superb choreography of the restaurant’s dynamic servers. Ferme Rouge welcomes over 60 000 clients annually. Group menus available, free parking, open Wednesday to Sunday from 6:00pm.

An adventure high above everything else!

Four aerial treks will challenge you at the top of the forest in the Outaouais! Laflèche Adventure offers the most impressive zip lines, right in the heart of a Laurentian forest. The Fortune Aerial Experience, located right in Gatineau Park, has special routes for both adult and student groups. The Forêt de l’Aigle, high above an impressive white birch forest, offers a playground of more than 140Km2: suspended trek, tree climbing, zip lines, and rock face climbing. And last but not least, brave the

Gatineau Park Covering 361 square kilometers, Gatineau Park is a superb nature reserve only 15 minutes from downtown. It is endowed with hundreds of kilometres of trails, beautiful forests, abundant wildlife and numerous crystal-clear lakes. Summer and winter, visitors can participate in outdoor activities — from cycling and hiking to cross-country skiing —or simply enjoy the tranquility of a protected natural environment.

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Coulonge Falls with its new aerial paths. Try the giant zip line of 805 feet and fly over the Falls’ impressive canyon!

Minimum Time Required For Cave: 1.5 hours Minimum Time Required For Aerial Park: 3 hours

Oméga Park Visit this year-round natural wilderness habitat that is home to all kinds of fascinating creatures. Through all four seasons, visitors can spot animals native to Canada, including moose, black bears, deer, wolves, and bison, as well as some species that are rarely seen, such as the alpine ibex.

Minimum Time Required: 1.5 hours Eco-Odyssey, the new water labyrinth!

Located on a natural site minutes from the village of Wakefield, this water labyrinth stretches over 4 kilometres and features 50 intersections where you and your group will enjoy a fun and educational experience. Select your adventure and feel the mystery of the marshlands from the comfort of your pedal boat.

Learn more about the marshland wildlife and vegetation and experience the tranquillity of this unforgettable tour.

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Allegro Ristorante

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Canadian Museum of Nature Canadian War Museum Casino du Lac-Leamy Currency Museum of the Bank of Canada Diefenbunker, Canada's Cold War Museum Eco-Odyssee

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Food & Beverage

Welcome Reception

Set Group Menus

Gift Shop

Reservations Required

Seasonal Business

Wheelchair Access

Welcome Reception

Air Conditioning

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair Access

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1 hour

20

3 hours +

20

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12

1.5 - 2 hours

2 - 2.5 hours

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10

1.5 hour

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Midway Family Fun Park

3 - 4 hours

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Mont Cascades Ski and Waterpark Resort

1 day

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10

1.5 hours

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Ottawa Symphony Orchestra

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10

RCMP Foundation Musical Ride Centre Tours

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Royal Canadian Mint

Non-Smoking Section

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National Gallery of Canada

Laundry Facilities

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National Arts Centre

1 - 2 hours

Lady Dive - Amphibus

Fun Junction Family Fun Centre Haunted Walk of Ottawa

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Canadian Folk Music Walk of Fame Canadian Museum of Civilization

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Holiday Inn Plaza La Chaudiere

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Holiday Inn & Suites Ottawa Kanata

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Splash Wave Pool

The Ottawa International Jazz Festival

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CARLETON UNIVERSITY CONFERENCE SERVICES

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Located in the heart of Ottawa, Carleton University offers a relaxing and affordable place to settle in and enjoy the splendors of Canada’s Capital! From early May to late August, guests enjoy clean, quiet, air-conditioned accommodations, along with a delicious all-youcare-to-eat hot and cold buffet breakfast. Carleton University Conference Services also offers complete event co-ordination and catering services. With over 3000 beds, in both traditional and suite-style residences, there is something for each and every budget!

Theresa Ellwood 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 5B6 Tel: 613-520-5611; 1-866-278-8687 Fax: 613-520-3952 theresa_ellwood@carleton.ca www.carleton.ca/conferenceservices

CARTIER PLACE SUITE HOTEL This downtown family owned and operated hotel is located in a quiet neighbourhood between the Rideau Canal and trendy Elgin Street. Hotel features include: One & Two Bedroom Suites with balconies Double pull out sofa bed in all suites Fully equipped kitchens On-site motorcoach parking complimentary Complimentary suite for the tour escort Discounted bus driver rate Luggage handling Wheelchair accessible suites Q Complimentary Hospitality Suite Indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, exercise room Breakfast available from $8.90 inclusive Discounted group rates available all year round

999 Cori Hofford - Sales Manager 180 Cooper Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 2L5 Tel: 613-236-5000; 1-800-236-8399 Fax: 613-238-3842 sales@suitedreams.com www.suitedreams.com

CUCCOA (CANADIAN UNIVERSITY AND COLLEGE CONFERENCE ORGANIZERS ASSOCIATION) We Love Groups! Offering One-Stop-Shopping for a national network of affordable and convenient residence and residence-hotel style accommodations including individual, tour, conference, meeting and special events. CUCCOA members offer services to suit every budget plus a dedicated and professional staff ready to ensure your stay is the best it can be. From our web site you can check over 75 campus accommodation facilities across Canada. Simply choose your locations, submit a proposal and receive your quotes.

Carol Ford, Association Manager 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 5B5 Tel: 905-895-0294 inquiries@cuccoa.org www.cuccoa.org

EMBASSY HOTEL & SUITES

MINTO SUITE HOTEL

Comfort, Choice, and Convenience: Embassy Hotel and Suites offers deluxe accommodation, a great location and affordable rates. Located in downtown Ottawa, Embassy Hotel and Suites has comfortable suites to accommodate every type of guest. We are located just block away from the Rideau Canal and we are withoneQ in walking distance of all the main attractions that downtown Ottawa has to offer. Our hotel offers suite accommodation for a lower cost than the average hotel room.

Minto Suite Hotel is Ottawa’s only four-diamond, allsuite hotel. Spacious suites include separate living areas, kitchens, washers & dryers. Children under 12 stay free.

Onsite is a complete pool and fitness centre including cardio/weight rooms, 20 metre pool, whirlpool and Q sauna. Guests have access to free bike rentals (seasonal) as a memorable way to view Ottawa. Environmental accolades include Audubon International’s 4 Leaf rating and The Hotel Association of Canada’s 4 Key rating.

999 25 Cartier St, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 1J2 Tel: 613-237-2111; 1-800-661-5495 Fax: 613-565-1353 reservations@embassyhotelottawa.com www.embassyhotelottawa.com/

Amy Raven 185 Lyon Street North, Ottawa, Ontario, K1R 7Y4 Tel: 613-232-2200; 1-800-267-3737 Fax: 613-232-6962 info@mintosuitehotel.com www.mintosuitehotel.com

HOLIDAY INN & SUITES OTTAWA KANATA

RAMADA PLAZA HOTEL MANOIR DU CASINO

This award winning hotel is located adjacent to the Kanata Centrum Retail & Shopping District, home to over 50 shops & restaurants including AMC Theatre, with access to the 417 HWY, minutes from Scotiabank Place. Complimentary motorcoach parking provided, andQ complimentary High Speed Internet access is provided throughout hotel.

Q Hotel features a selection of Queen Suites, & Double Bedded rooms, all 100% Non Smoking. Graffiti's Italian Eatery is open for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Facing the Casino du Lac Leamy, located in the National Capital Region, our 4 star property offers 174 guestrooms with a double air jet bathtub, electrical fireplace. Enjoy our 260- seat steakhouse Le Bifthèque, a complete Qinterior SPA with exercise room and Health and Beauty Center. 5 minutes from: Downtown Ottawa, Byward Market, Rideau Canal, Museums, Steam Train & shopping centers. Free motor coach parking.

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Anne Rainville 75, d'Edmonton, Gatineau, Quebec, J8Y 6W9 Tel: 819-777-7538; 1-800-296-9046 c.cadieux@ramadaplaza-gatineau.com www.ramadaplaza-casino.com

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James King 101 Kanata Avenue, Kanata, Ontario, K2T 1E6 Tel: 613-271-3057; 1-800-465-4329 Fax: 613-271-3060 sales@hisottawa.ca www.hisottawa.ca

HOLIDAY INN PLAZA LA CHAUDIERE 1 minute walk to the Ottawa River's shores, 10-15 to Canadian War Museum or Canadian Museum of Civilization, 25 to Parliament Hill, and 10 minutes drive to Casino Lac Leamy and many of National Capital Regions attractions. The perfect spot to rest after a busy day of enjoying the sights is HERE! Partnering with the Q Théâtre de l’île, across the Q street, your clients can immerse themselves in our culture. |_819-778-3880 |_1800-567-1962 Complimentary Tour Bus Parking available!

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Véronique Massie 2 Montcalm, Gatineau, Quebec, J8X 4B4 Tel: 819-778-3880; 1-800-567-1962 Fax: 819-778-3309 saleschaudiere@rosdevhotels.com www.rosdevhotels.com

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SHERATON OTTAWA Sheraton Ottawa Hotel boasts a central location in the heart of Canada's capital. With ten meeting rooms offering 10,000 square feet of function space, our downtown Ottawa Q hotel is perfect for events from 70 to 300 people. Your attendees will appreciate our Link@Sheraton lobby communications hub, as well as the comfort of our signature Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® beds.

9999 Jo-Anne Sparkes 150 Albert Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1P 5G2 Tel: 613-238-1500; 1-866-716-8101 jsparkes@sheratonottawa.com www.sheratonottawa.com

SOUTHWAY INN OF OTTAWA The Southway Inn is a 41/2 star hotel located in the heart of the South end of Ottawa, on the corner of Bank & Hunt Club and within walking distance of major shoppingQ areas including theatres as well as a variety of stores and restaurants. During your stay, enjoy the many amenities that the hotel has to offer. Indoor Pool Sauna Whirpool Fitness Centre Courtyard High Speed Internet Complimentary Parking Shallows Restaurant

99990 Ruth Kehoe 2431 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1V 8R9 Tel: 613-737-0811; 1-877-688-4929 Fax: 613-737-3207 sales@southway.com www.southway.com

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THE WESTIN OTTAWA

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The Westin Ottawa is ideally located in the heart of Canada's capital. This newly renovated downtown Ottawa hotel offers panoramic views of Parliament Hill and the scenic Rideau Canal. With 27 meeting rooms providing over 44,000 square feet of flexible function space, The Westin Ottawa is an ideal venue for your next meeting or event. Your attendees will appreciate Q our 496 newly renovated guestrooms and state-of-theart 6,300 square foot Executive Meeting Centre.

Carmen Natividad 11 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 9H4 Tel: 613-560-7000; 1-866-716-8101 Fax: 613-560-7359 Carmen.natividad@westin.com www.thewestinottawa.com

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Ana Henriquez 1220 Michael St., Ottawa, Ontario, K1J 7T1 Tel: 613-748-7800; 1-800-387-4381 Fax: 613-748-0499 sales@welcominns.com www.welcominns.com

attractions CANADIAN FOLK MUSIC WALK OF FAME “Folk Walk” is comprised of bronze maple leaf plaques in the sidewalks of Bank Street in a unique shopping section of Ottawa known as 'Old Ottawa South'. The plaques celebrate Canada’s great folk music heritage. As well as the plaques, come see murals of Gordon Lightfoot, Joni Mitchell, Bruce Cockburn, Jean Q Carignan and Sylvia Tyson painted on our walls. The area is home to The Ottawa Folklore Centre, one of Canada’s favourite community music stores.

Arthur McGregor 1111 Bank St, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 3X4 Tel: 613-730-2887; 1-800-385-3655 Fax: 613-730-2257 thefolks@ottawafolklore.com www.folkwalk.ca/ www.ofcmusic.ca

-Free admission for group or tour leaders: 1 free admission for every 20 adults/seniors. 1 free admission for every 10 students. 1 free admission for every 5 children (ages 4-12). Free admission on Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. 1 1/2 to 2 hours to visit the Museum's world-class galleries. OnQ May 22, 2010, the Museum will be fully reopened with new amenities. Catch a high-definition nature documentary to complete your visit. Wheelchair accessible.

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Located 5 minutes east of downtown Ottawa, WelcomINNS Ottawa is the first and best choice for travelers wanting quality and comfort at an affordable price. Our spacious newly renovated rooms offer free WIFI, handicapped access, newspaper and complementary breakfast. Our newly refurbished meeting Qroom and fitness area will exceed your needs whether on business, leisure, or group travel. $90$140 per room double/quad occ. Free Bus Parking Book over 15 rooms and receive one free! 1-800-3874381 or visit www.welcominns.com

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CANADIAN MUSEUM OF NATURE

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Located Q just 7 minutes from downtown Ottawa – our 128 room hotel is the Q ideal blend between location, comfort and value. Our hospitality delivers a professional, yet “at home” level of guest service that sets us apart from the rest.

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Explore 1,000 years of Canadian history as you travel through townscapes and life-sized environments, and meet some of the country’s most remarkable figures.

Stroll along the boardwalk in a West Coast aboriginal village, and walk among the world’s largest indoor collection of totem poles. The Museum also presents interand houses the Children’s national exhibitions Q Museum, the Postal Museum and an IMAX® Theatre, now 3D. Reduced rate when you include a visit to the Canadian War Museum.

Stephanie Fortin 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau, Quebec, J8X 4H2 Tel: 819-776-7086; 1-800-555-5621 Fax: 819-776-7017 stephanie.fortin@civilization.ca www.civilization.ca

TRAVELODGE OTTAWA EAST

Front Desk 1486 Innes Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 3V5 Tel: 613-745-1133 x 155; 1-800-578-7878 Fax: 613-745-7380 whg7114@whg.com www.ottawatravelodge.com

CANADIAN MUSEUM OF CIVILIZATION

Nathalie Cellard 240 McLeod Street (at Metcalfe), Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 2R1 Tel: 613-566-4700; 1-800-263-4433 Fax: 613-566-4763 questions@mus-nature.ca nature.ca

CANADIAN WAR MUSEUM The Canadian War Museum takes you on an exciting journey through the personal, national and international dimensions of Canada’s military history. Moving firsthand accounts from the men, women and children who have lived through these conflicts are enhanced by the Museum’s vast collection of military vehicles, artillery, works Q of art and artifacts of all sizes — from medals to a CF-Voodoo jet fighter.Reduced rate when you include a visit to the Canadian Museum of Civilization.

M Stephanie Fortin 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, Ontario, K1A 0M8 Tel: 819-776-7086; 1-800-555-5621 Fax: 819-776-7017 stephanie.fortin@warmuseum.ca www.warmuseum.ca

CURRENCY MUSEUM OF THE BANK OF CANADA Experience the most comprehensive collection of Canadian notes, coins, and tokens in the world as well as currency from other countries. Explore the museum alone, or take an hour-long guided tour (offered daily during peak season) for an informative overview of the collection. Treat Q your youth groups to our guided tours or educational programs, offered to children aged 3 to 19. The Currency Museum is just a five minute walk from Parliament Hill. FREE ADMISSION.

M Rita Signorini 245 Sparks Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1A 0G9 Tel: 613-782-8914 Fax: 613-782-7761 museum-musee@bankofcanada.ca www.currencymuseum.ca www.museedelamonnaie.ca

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DIEFENBUNKER, CANADA'S COLD WAR MUSEUM

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Discover Ottawa’s secret nuclear bunker! This underground Cold War relic is now open to groups and the public by guided tour. Built to protect the government in case of nuclear war, visitors can now explore the bunker’s labyrinthine four storeys for a Cold War time warp. Daily group and public tours by reservation are available year round. Offer your group a glimpse of Canadian history in a unique setting – the real thing!

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Christine McGuire 3911 Carp Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K0A 1L0 Tel: 613-839-0007; 1-800-409-1965 Fax: 613-839-3725 tours@diefenbunker.ca www.diefenbunker.ca diefenblogger.blogspot.com

ECO-ODYSSEE

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Located on an enchanting site, Eco-Odyssee is a water maze that comprises an estimated 60 intersections spread out over more than 6 km. Choose the adventure that suits you and enjoy the splendor of the marsh environment from Q your paddle boat. Learn to identify the numerous animal and plant species that live in the marsh, concealed within the forest's greenery. You will be charmed by this journey of discovery.

M 52 Chemin des Sources, LaPêche (Wakefield), Quebec, J0X 3G0 Tel: 819-459-2551 info@eco-odyssee.ca www.eco-odyssee.ca

FUN JUNCTION FAMILY FUN CENTRE Q

Fun Junction is Ottawa's newest family fun centre. This 13,000 square foot facility offers rock climbing, a state of the art lazertag system, a glow in the dark 9-hole mini-putt course. Fun Junction also has an array of assorted video games. We have a spacious, 100 seat restaurant featuring fJ sports bar. Group rates and eat and play packages available, with lots of bus parking.

Mico Ianni 1399 Triole Street (St. Laurent & Tremblay), Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 4T4 Tel: 613-745-1881; 1-866-225-2287 Fax: 613-745-1062 info@funjunction.ca www.funjunction.ca

HAUNTED WALK OF OTTAWA

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Ghost, graveyards, hangings, and haunts - The Haunted Walk offers various guided thematic walking tours in Ottawa and Kingston, Ontario, focusing on each city’s local ghost stories and off-beat history. Tour guides at the HauntedQ Walk are picked from the best of local storytellers, dramatists and amateur historians. The Haunted Walk has received local tourism awards in both Ottawa and Kingston.

M Jim Dean 73 Clarence St., Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 5P5 Tel: 613-232-0344 Fax: 613-562-4988 info@hauntedwalk.com www.hauntedwalk.com

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LADY DIVE - AMPHIBUS

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Get your family ready for the thrill of a lifetime aboard the only Amphibus tour in the National Capital of Ottawa. Let us drive you by land and water through this picturesque area. A unique historical adventure awaits you. Let our bilingual guides take you through the important sites.

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Denise Frappier 59 Sparks Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1A-0R7 Tel: 613-524-2221 Fax: 613-524-5378 info@ladydive.com www.ladydive.com

MIDWAY FAMILY FUN PARK

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Ottawa's Favourite Amusement Park where admission is always FREE with pay as you play activities. Great group rates available that include UNLIMITED activities!

Fantastic outdoor activities to enjoy some fun in the sun at Midway! Newest Attraction: Kiddie Bounce! Test your driving skills on our all-ages Go-Kart Track. Our indoor attractions are a family favourite. Lunch buffets available to groups over 25, in house restaurant caters to all tastes! Free Bus Parking!

Carla Rubenstein 2370 Lancaster Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 3W9 Tel: 613-526-0343 Fax: 613-526-0896 carlamidwayfamilyfunpark@yahoo.ca www.midwayfunpark.com

MONT CASCADES SKI AND WATERPARK RESORT

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Designed for the whole family, Mont Cascades Resort Waterpark is the only mountain Waterpark in the Ottawa region! We feature a full range of family and kiddie water rides. In all, there are 3 pools, 16 award winning water rides with numerous water umbrellas and play areas, arcade. Large picnic facilities are available in the park with a fully licensed food & beverage service.

Looking for a winter activity? We offer 20 ski runs!

M Luc Désormeaux 448, Mont Cascades Road, Cantley, Quebec, J8V 3B2 Tel: 819-827-0301; 1-888-282-2722 Fax: 819-827-2042 info@montcascades.ca www.montcascades.ca

NATIONAL GALLERY OF CANADA

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See Canada in one day through the World’s largest Canadian Art Collection. 1,200 artworks are displayed on rotation and special exhibitions are presented throughout the year. Follow a tour, make art of your own, stay for lunch and enjoy the spectacular views both inside and out! Group rates available.

Complimentary admission for escort and driver.

Average length of visit: 1-2.5 hours. Fully accessible.

Guided tours, hands-on studio, audioguides, group cloakroom, exceptional shopping and group dining.

Hélène Donaldson 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 9N4 Tel: 613-990-1985; 1-800-319-2787 Fax: 613-990-8075 info@gallery.ca gallery.ca cybermuse.gallery.ca

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OTTAWA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Bryan Croft 2 Daily Avenue, Suite 250, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6E2 Tel: 613-231-7802 Fax: 613-231-3610 oso@on.aibn.com www.ottawasymphony.com

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RCMP FOUNDATION MUSICAL RIDE CENTRE TOURS

ROYAL CANADIAN MINT

Come tour the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Stables and Visitor's Center! May-Aug: 7 days a week, 9amQ 3:30pm Sept-Apr: Tuesdays and Thursdays 10am1:30pm Tours depart every 30 minutes and are available in English or French. Tours have a duration of 30 minutes and include seeing the horses, the Ferrier Shop, Tack room and the Riding Arena. All tours and the Visitor's Centre are FREE of charge. Purchase RCMP and Canada souvenirs at The Mountie Shop. Parking is available.

Chantal Charbonneau 1 Sandridge Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1G 3J2 Tel: 613-741-4285 Fax: 613-741-5083 tours@rcmp-f.ca www.themountieshop.ca www.rcmp-f.ca

Discover the treasures at the Royal Canadian Mint’s Boutique & Tour. Opened in 1908, the castle charm of Ottawa’s Mint is the birthplace of some of the world’s finest circulation and collector coins. Watch as molten metal is transformed before your eyes. Hold $300,000 worth of pure gold in both hands. Then find the perfect treasure for your budget.

Wendy Repischak 320 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K1A 0G8 Tel: 613-993-8990; 1-800-276-7714 Fax: 613-998-4130 boutique@mint.ca www.mint.ca

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We have activities to cater to all needs! Wave and leisure swims, swimming lessons and more. If you are looking to escape the chills of winter or the heat of the sun, come to Splash! Play in the waves, slip down the flume slide or relax in the hot lagoon. Re-opening October 30th, 2010 with an expanded 25m lap pool.

Splash Wave Pool 2040 Ogilvie Road, Gloucester, Ontario, K1J 7N8 Tel: 613-748-4222 Fax: 613-746-9283 InfoSplash@ottawa.ca www.ottawa.ca

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With over 100 musicians, the Ottawa Symphony Orchestra is the National Capital Region's largest orchestra specializing in performing large-scale symphonic repertoire. The OSO’s concerts are performed at the National Arts Centre’s Southam Hall on Monday evenings at 8pm. Join us for a back-stage tour guided by one of our musicians, followed by a pre-concert chat.

Q What a great way to enjoy the concert that you are about to hear! Group rates are available upon request.

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THE OTTAWA INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL

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Nestled in the heart of beautiful downtown Ottawa, the TD Ottawa International Jazz Festival attracts scores of music fans to Confederation Park, as well as other convenient venues, to enjoy some of the most celebrated jazz artists. For more than 30 years the Festival has preQ sented some of the most dynamic jazz superstars, such as Herbie Hancock, Dave Brubeck, Roy Haynes, Toots Thielemans, Wynton Marsalis, Smokey Robinson, Diana Krall and many, many more.

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YOW AIRPORTER The YOW Airporter can comfortably and reliably transport your convention or tour group between the Ottawa International Airport and any Ottawa hotel, from the hotel to any venue, casino, corporate headquarters, or anywhere in the Ottawa area. We can provide for your delegates a fast, clean, efficient and courteous transportation service; we are the people with the Q right connections. Our three 21 passenger and three 9 passenger shuttle busses have separate luggage compartment in the rear.

M Bao Nguyen 1000 Airport Parkway Private, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 1R7 Tel: 613-247-1779 Fax: 613-247-1811 yowsales@bellnet.ca www.yowshuttle.com

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Susan Zilahi 294 Albert Street, Suite 602, Ottawa, Ontario, K1P 6E6 Tel: 613-241-2633; 1-888-226-4495 Fax: 613-241-5774 info@ottawajazzfestival.com www.ottawajazzfestival.com

coach lines 417 BUS LINE LTD.

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Charters, Contract and Scheduled Services. Highway Coachs: 15 x 56pax,2 x 28 pax V.I.P. 4 x 26 pax MiniCoachs,1 x 22pax, 1 x 18pax. Activity bus, school bus, wheelchair access in school bus or coach type. All drivers fully bilingual Serve: Ontario/Quebec/Atlantic Canada and US. Ottawa/Montreal/Quebec & Toronto airport Line run serving the eastern of Ottawa.

Mario Laplante 1 Industrial street, Casselman, Ontario, K0A 1M0 Tel: 613-764-2192; 1-888-811-2617 Fax: 613-764-1655 info@417busline.com www.417busline.com

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Bus/Coaches: Equipped–Comfortable Spacious Interiors with Modern Conveniences including Video Screen/Air Q Conditioning/Washroom & P.A. System. Bus Rentals: Highway Coaches, Transport Services, Any Location CANADA/USA. Competitive Rates.

M 592 boul. St.-RenĂŠ Est (C.P.779), Gatineau, Quebec, J8P 6J3 Tel: 613-732-0101; 1-877-635-5309 Fax: 613-732-3113

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Economical Coach & School Buses available for pickup in Ottawa/Carleton and surrounding areas. WUBS Q Transit is family-owned/operated and committed to providing the best value on group travel. Discount rate for non-profit groups. WUBS - With Us Better Service!

M Wubs Transit 950 Moodie Drive (Idepot), Nepean, Ontario, Tel: 613-223-3241 Fax: 613-448-1618 charters@wubs.ca www.wubs.ca

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OUTAOUAIS TOURISM

ALLEGRO RISTORANTE

Outaouais Tourism is a destination marketing organization representing over 500 members. Discover this beautiful part of Quebec, located right across the river from Canada’s Capital: Ottawa. Experience the diversity of our cultures while visiting our national museums, discover the wonders of nature, enjoy our unbeatable regional cuisine Q and be entertained by our many exciting activities. A one-day trip can easily turn into a weeklong adventure! We have itineraries available online!

See you soon!

In the heart of Ottawa's little Italy, Allegro is the jewel of the Italian collection. The only Italian restaurant to receive a 4 Star rating by Ottawa food critics in 2005. It boasts 9 intimate tables in their dining room plus a 45 seat banquet room for groups. Allegro's waiters & chefs prepare the dining room & food with knowledge & attention to detail. Large selection of wines available.

Allegro is a must visit.

Vito Scaringi 422 Preston street, Ottawa, Ontario, k1s 4n2 Tel: 613-235-7454 Fax: 613-235-7503 allegroristorante@gmail.com Q www.allegroristorante.com

M Kim Morissette 103 Laurier Street, Gatineau, Quebec, J8X 3V8 Tel: 819-778-2222; 1-800-265-7822 Fax: 819-778-7758 kmorissette@tourisme-outaouais.ca www.outaouaisgroup.com www.outaouaistourism.com

Ottawa’s premier fresh fish & seafood restaurant has been welcoming motorcoach groups and FIT’s since 1979.

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CASINO DU LAC-LEAMY

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Casino du Lac-Leamy 1, boul du Casino, Gatineau, Quebec, J8Y 6W3 Tel: 514-499-5180; 1-800-665-2274 Fax: 514-982-5527 reservations-gr@casino.qc.ca www.casino-du-lac-leamy.com

Located minutes from Parliament Hill, National Art Gallery, The Canadian Civilization Museum, National Arts Centre, Hull Casino and all major hotels.

54 York Street, Byward Market •Ottawa 613-241-3474 info@fishmarket.ca www.fishmarket.ca

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CASINO DU LAC-LEAMY WE'RE ALL PLAY Just 5 minutes from downtown Ottawa, the Casino du Lac-Leamy offers an incomparable selection of games for an unbeatable experience. The Casino du Lac-Leamy is open 24 hours a day and features over 1,800 slot machines and more than 60 gaming tables. Enjoy the exciting atmosphere of the casino, then unwind at the five-star Hilton Lac-Leamy. This outstanding venue promises nothing short of an unforgettable getaway.

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CANAL RITZ RESTAURANT

M Christopher Burke, Kalil Saikaley or Yvette Parlato 375 Queen Elizabeth Drive (at Fifth Avenue), Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 5M5 Tel: 613-238-8998 Fax: 613-238-8718 www.canalritz.com

COASTERS SEAFOOD GRILL Our casual seafood grill welcomes locals and worldwide visitors for lunch, dinner and casual munchies 7 days a week. With a spectacular view of the historical ByWard Market, Coasters is themed after the Rideau Canal Locks from inception to modern times. Old brick walls, granite tables and comfy sofas nestled up to fireplaces and many large open windows offering a view of the bustling market below.

54 York Street (above Fishmarket), Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 5T1 Tel: 613-241-4954 Fax: (613) 241-5538 info@coasters.ca

EAST INDIA COMPANY RESTAURANT

guide services CONFERENCE AIDE TOURS

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Conference Aide Tours provides a number of services Q that welcome visitors to Canada's capital! These services include step-on guides for city tours, historical walking tours, customized sightseeing tours and destination representatives for the delivery of single/multi-day itineraries. Professional tourguides deliver hundreds of tours every year for groups visiting from all over the world. They are interesting, reliable and filled with information about the city 'beyond the tour'.

Conference Q Aide takes pride in delivering high-quality services by showcasing the city’s landmarks and preQ senting the history, culture and traditions that make Ottawa so unique.

Anish Mehra 210 Somerset west, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 0J4 Tel: 613-567-4634 Fax: 613-567-1775 anishmehra@hotmail.com www.eastindiaco.com

EMERALD BUFFET Ed or Sandy Lew 33 Selkirk St., Ottawa, Ontario, K1L 6N1 Tel: 613-749-2088 reservations@emeraldbuffet.com Q www.emeraldbuffet.com

M Michelle Dennis 73 Clarence St., Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 5P5 Tel: 613-238-3700; 1-877-OTTAWA1 Fax: 613-562-4988 info@conferenceaidetours.com www.conferenceaidetours.com/

GRILLMAN'S FRESH EATERY

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Emerald Buffet

Our glass enclosed Dining Room overlooks the finish line so you can watch the live horse races.

We serve three meals daily, including nightly dinner buffets; also SLOTS and BINGO!

Fresh, never frozen, cuisine served in a warm, versatile atmosphere, make Grillman's Fresh Eatery perfect for a family or group meal, business lunch or romantic dinner. Offering breakfast lunch and dinner seven days a week, Grillman's has something for every palate.

Region's Largest Chinese Buffet and Take out! Our buffet has over 100 Dishes, Specialty Beef & Pork Dishes, Weekend Brunch Dim Sum, Combination Plates, Sushi Bar, Mongolian Grill, Seating for up to 500, Open 7 Days, Delivery, Free Parking.

4837 Albion Road, Ottawa 613-822-2211 • 1-888-802-8451 www.rcentertainmentcentre.ca

111 Colonnade Road, Nepean 613-226-2881 www.grillmans.com

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Robbie’s Spaghetti House

Canal Ritz Restaurant

East India Company is Ottawa's best Indian Restaurant. Winner of countless food, wine, and service awards, the East India Company will create an unforgettable experience for your guests.

Robbie's Spaghetti House has been owned and operated by the same family since 1974. This attractive restaurant has been a central part of Ottawa's fine dining scene for over 30 years where the emphasis has always been quality of food and quality of service.

Located on the Rideau Canal, beautiful views all year-round. Close to downtown, National Arts Centre, Landsdowne Park, Parliament Hill and all festivals. Open Year-round. Coach Parking available.

Escort/Drivers meals complimentary. Wheelchair accessible.

1606 Walkley Road, Ottawa 613-731-2485 www.robbiesspaghettihouse.com

375 Queen Elizabeth Drive, Ottawa 613-238-8998 www.canalritz.com

The Fox & Feather Pub & Grill

The Fish Market Restaurant

We offer fabulous home style cooked food in our 300 seat restaurant or our 100 seat outdoor patio over-looking downtown Ottawa. Hotels and tourist sights are a walking distance away. Visit www.foxandfeather.ca for more information.

Ottawa’s premier fresh fish & seafood restaurant has been welcoming motorcoach groups and FIT’s since 1979. Located minutes from Parliament Hill, National Art Gallery, The Canadian Civilization Museum, National Arts Centre, Hull Casino and all major hotels.

be sure to treat your group to one of these local group-friendly restaurants

210 Somerset St West, Ottawa 613-567-4634 www.eastindiaco.com

283 Elgin Street, Ottawa 613-233-2219 • 613-233-7553(fax) www.foxandfeather.ca

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THE FISH MARKET RESTAURANT Barbara Mireault 54 York Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 5T1 Tel: 613-241-3474 Fax: 613-241-5538 info@fishmarket.ca www.fishmarket.ca

RIDEAU CENTRE

The casual, relaxed atmosphere at Vineyards invites guests to linger and unwind. With an outstanding selection of wines, many by the glass and a selection of malt whisky and imported beers that allow your taste buds to dance the night away, it is pure pleasure at its best. The bistro menu has something for everyone, cooked to order be it an appetizer, light meal, snack or entree; we use only the freshest of ingredients.

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Rideau Centre is Ottawa's ultimate one-stop shopping experience - 180 of the biggest names in retail under one roof. It's close to all of Ottawa's major attractions and hotels. With a dedicated Tourism Coordinator, group hosting and planning assistance for adult and student groups alike. Rideau Centre makes it easy to put shopping on your itinerary.

50 Rideau Street, Suite 300, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 9J7 Tel: 613-236-6565 Fax: 613-236-5728 www.rideaucentre.net

theatres NATIONAL ARTS CENTRE Come and experience it live at the National Arts Centre!

With more than 600 of Canada’s best Theatre, Dance and Music performances each year, the NAC offers something for everyone. Group discounts are available with no deposit required, payment due just four weeks prior to the performace. The NAC is home to the worldrenowned National Arts Centre Orchestra as well as world-class dining at the canal-side Le Café restaurant, open for lunch and dinner.

Jennifer Hirst 53 Elgin Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1P 5W1 Tel: 613-947-7000; 1-866-850-2787 Fax: 613-996-2828 grp@nac-cna.ca www.nac-cna.ca

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As Canada's longest running community theatre, Ottawa Little Theatre is Professional in style, traditional in tone and has been a vital part of the Ottawa Arts Community for 97 years. We strive to provide a variety of popular plays in our 462 seat downtown theatre.

Whether you like a fun-loving comedy, the energetic silliness of a farce, a classic drama, or the high tension of a thriller, we hope you will find something to enjoy.

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John Muggleton 400 King Edward Ave., Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 7M7 Tel: 613-233-8948; 1-877-892-0220 Fax: 613-233-8027 john@ottawalittletheatre.com www.ottawalittletheatre.com

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M Frank Robinson 1522 Bella Vista Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, K4C 1A7 Tel: 613-286-0047 Fax: 613-833-2809 info@robinsonlimo.com

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northern tours get in touch with nature Covering an area of more than 62,000 square kilometers (40,000 square miles), this stunningly diverse part of the world offers more opportunities to fish, paddle, snowmobile, ski, bike, boat and bask than just about any place else on Earth.

This region of Ontario is for the adventurous group of travellers.

Northern Ontario also lays claim to Canada’s largest interconnecting canoe route system (the season runs from May through October), complete with all the white water your group can handle. Get in touch with majestic nature as you tour the routes of the early Voyageurs and travel back in time to the heady days of the fur trade. The annual Great Canadian Rendezvous Festival (July) re-creates those 17th-century moments in Thunder Bay, once the fur trade’s largest and busiest freshwater port.

For a taste of pure northern grandeur, Ontario’s North offers the ultimate journey of the senses.

There’s lots more history to discover in the Ontario’s Wilderness Region, where the spirit of the gold rush lives on into the 21st century in the town of Kirkland Lake. A thriving gold mining camp at the turn of the century, Kirkland Lake today boasts a modern community and is known for its intriguing Museum of Northern History. www.grouptravelplanner.net

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Located between Lake Superior, the largest fresh water lake in the world and Lake Huron, the Sault (pronounced Soo) is often the starting point for an Algoma Country adventure. The North West Fur Trading Company founded a post here in 1783 and built a canal to bypass the tumultuous rapids on the St. Marys River. Over the years the famous Sault Canal National Historic Site has been expanded and now handles more tonnage annually than the Suez and Panama Canals combined.

Roberta Bondar Park and Pavilion This outdoor venue, named in honour of Canada’s first female astronaut, Roberta Bondar, is located in downtown Sault Ste. Marie on the shore of St. Marys River. This area, historically known as Bawating or “meeting place”, provided a natural site for the Algonquin Nation to settle.

The gathering of people continues today as locals and visitors come together at the Pavilion to enjoy festivals, concerts and special events.

Summer Concert Series occurs every Tuesday and Thursday evenings in July and August under the Pavilion.

OLG Casino Sault Ste. Marie The excitement never stops at the OLG Casino Sault Ste. Marie. If it’s “big game” you’re after, wait until you set your sights on over 450 slot machines

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and 13 table games! OLG Casino Sault Ste. Marie is an exciting trip for northern adventurers, providing round the clock entertainment with concerts, special events, and great prize packages. Firebirds Restaurant offers daily lunch and dinner menus.

Sault Ste. Marie’s Waterfront Boardwalk For a brisk walk or leisurely stroll, the waterfront boardwalk is the perfect place. Located along the St. Mary’s River in downtown Sault Ste. Marie, the walkway runs from the Great Lakes Power plant on Canal Drive to Roberta Bondar Park and continues to the Art Gallery of Algoma.

Historic plaques, which tell a story of the Sault’s past, are displayed along the waterfront.

Observation and fishing platforms also extend out from the boardwalk over the water.

Lock Tours Canada The Sault Locks form the last of 16 water steps in the St. Lawrence Seaway system, linking Lake Superior with the Atlantic Ocean more than 3,200km (2,000mi) away. On this two-hour cruise, you’ll experience the personal thrill of locking through one of the busiest canal systems in the world and enjoy an extraordinary view of the International Bridge, Algoma Steel Inc., the world’s largest jack-knife railway bridge, the St. Mary’s River rapids and compensating gates, as well as viewing lake freighters and seagoing vessels bearing the flags of many nations.

Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre The Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre in Sault Ste. Marie is dedicated to preserving the history of Bush Flying and Forest Protection in Canada. Floatplanes, bushplanes, waterbombers and forest fire fighting equipment along with other aviation and forestry-related artifacts are acquired, restored and preserved. The Centre is a celebration of the achievements of Canada’s aviation and forest fire fighting pioneers.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour The Art Gallery of Algoma is a public gallery dedicated to cultivating and advancing the awareness of visual arts in Sault Ste. Marie and district. Approximately 24 exhibitions are mounted a year featuring local, national and international artists, as well, there is an ever growing permanent collection of 4000 works of art, and a resource centre.

Ermatinger-Clergue National Historic Site Located at 831 Queen St. East, the Ermatinger Old Stone House was built in 1814 for an independent fur trader Charles Oakes Ermatinger, his Ojibway wife Mananowe (Charlotte), and their 13 children. Beautifully restored to its original elegance the House is open for viewing from mid April until the end of November. Costumed interpreters are always available, and conduct demonstrations of period cooking and crafts.

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Francis Hector Clergue was another visionary in Sault Ste. Marie’s history. He constructed his living quarters on top of the stone remains of the powder magazine at the historic North West Company fort. In 1996 this historic Blockhouse was moved to the Ermatinger.

The Sault Ste. Marie Museum was created to collect, preserve, study and exhibit artifacts and archival materials which illustrate the history of the people and the development of Sault Ste. Marie and the District of Algoma.

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A person traveling along Highway 17 through Echo Bay would find it hard to miss the giant Loon Dollar. The monument was constructed in recognition of local artist, Robert Carmichael who designed the Loon dollar which was distributed in 1987. This little park is a popular rest area for travelers.

--- Agawa Canyon Tour Train - A4 The internationally known Algoma Central Railway train excursion to the Agawa Canyon is a one-day 114-mile journey through some of the most spectacular terrain in rugged, beautiful Northern Ontario.

While on board, you will experience brilliant landscape images created by a breathtaking blend of mixed forest and natural granite rock formations.

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Constructed as the most westerly outpost of British North America in 1796, Fort St. Joseph continued a British military presence on the Upper Great Lakes in support of Indian allies and merchants in the fur trade. Burned to the ground

by American forces in 1814, Fort St. Joseph was never rebuilt. The historical archaeological program at Fort St. Joseph began in the summer of 1963 with excavation of the engineers’ stores building and a portion of the blockhouse. Parks Canada interpretive tours may be arranged with advance notice. A modern interpretive centre houses many period displays and models designed to portray life at Fort St. Joseph and nearby settlements.

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A town famous for its huge, steel Canada goose, the town took its name from the Ojibway word meaning “wild goose”. The skyline is dominated by this magnificent, 4,400 lb., 30-foot high metal goose sculpture, dedicated in 1960 to commemorate the opening of the Trans-Canada Highway, linking Wawa to Sault Ste. Marie and Western Canada. Under its giant wings is the Wawa Tourist Information Centre

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Created in 1925 to protect the Algoma region from over hunting, the 700,000-hectare (1.73 million acre) Chapleau Game Preserve is the world’s largest. Visit wildlife viewing stations and watch moose, black bear, fox, lynx, timber wolf and deer play uninterrupted by civilization.

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Belle-Vallée Wools Belle Vallée Wools is a replica of the many woolen mills that operated throughout Ontario at the beginning of the century, providing local service to sheep producers and the surrounding population. In a sense, they are replaying a piece of Ontario history.

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Historic Cobalt Cobalt was founded shortly after the turn of the last century when railroad tie cutters discovered rich veins of silver. There is the legend of the blacksmith Fred Larose who is credited with the discovery after he threw his hammer at a pesky fox and uncovered rich veins of silver. Within months, Cobalt was Canada’s exciting boomtown. Little wonder Cobalt was named Ontario’s Most Historic Town.

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Polar Bear Habitat & Heritage Village A visit to the Polar Bear Habitat, an award-winning rescue and rehabilitation facility, offers a wondrous journey of recreation and learning. Take a tour through our 5-acre, natural conservation facility and behold rescued polar bears as they become rehabilitated into a safe and natural new home. Visitor will be able to “swim with the bears” in a wading pool adjacent to the polar bear’s pool – separated by a glass barrier of course!

Step back in time and discover what Cochrane looked like in the early 1900s at the Heritage Village

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of Days Gone By. Located adjacent to the Polar Bear Habitat, the Heritage Village is an open-air historical village and museum that includes highlights such as a General Store, Farm House, Blacksmith Shop, Barber’s Shop, Doctor’s Office, Farm Implement Dealership, Snowmobile Shop and Service Station, among others.

Tim Horton Museum There is only one museum in the world dedicated to a single hockey player – and this is it! Born and raised in Cochrane, Tim Horton has become a legend in the hockey world and was voted to the Toronto Maple Leafs All-Time Greatest Team by fans young and old.

Ehkwateh Art Gallery (Wabimeguil) Wabimeguil is a native-owned and operated art museum, which started out in the living room of Betty Albert’s home. Throughout the past 20 years, the art gallery has expanded into a historically beautiful and spiritual attraction. Wabimeguil’s artwork interprets a woman’s spiritual journey as she grows, finds her voice and becomes empowered.

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Kap-Kig-Iwan Provincial Park The Englehart River plunges down whitewater rapids, over a waterfall (Kap-Kig-Iwan in Ojibway), past rugged rock outcrops, through deep ravines and by flats of colorful wildflowers in this picturesque park near Englehart. Kap-Kig-Iwan is the perfect stop for a quick hike, some bird watching and scenic spring fishing.

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Algoma Central Railway Hearst is the starting or arriving point of Algoma Central Railway’s Tour of the Line. The 300-mile trek between Sault Ste. Marie, and Hearst takes travelers through breathtaking wilderness, including the stunning Agawa Canyon.

Pulp and Paper Path Tours The tour will lead you through one of Canada’s largest and most important industries humming with activity to supply the world with newsprint and other forest products. In addition, visit Iroquois Falls Power Corp. for a Power Plant tour.

Hockey Heritage North Northern Ontario’s very own Hockey Hall of Fame for local hockey heroes. Hockey Heritage North is a $10 million attraction celebrating the game of hockey and the contribution the region has made to Canada’s beautiful game.

Museum of Northern History – Sir Harry Oakes Located at the Sir Harry Oakes Chateau, the Museum of Northern History provides a fascinating glimpse into Kirkland Lake’s past. An ongoing series of exhibits and special shows highlight the diversity, talent and energy of the community today, as well as in the past. Experience Kirkland Lake in this two floor museum, surrounded by the beauty and rich history of the community. Bring the family as you embark on a journey through the past of one of the many Northern Ontario golden communities.

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Cree Village Eco Lodge Cree Village Eco lodge is one of the most environmentally advanced accommodations facility in Canada. The Eco Lodge is situated in Moose Factory and offers many educational guided tours such as the “Trip to James Bay” for wildlife photography, navigator travel marks and other historical information. Other tours include the “Sunset Boat Tour”, “Paddler’s Dream” and “A Stroll in Nature”.

Washow Lodge Farther north on the shores of James Bay, visitors to Washow Lodge can enjoy an Aboriginal ecotourism experience with the Moose Cree First Nation, who played an important role in Ontario’s ancient fur trade. Guests can live the Cree life at the lodge, or enjoy wilderness sports such as canoeing, kayaking, skiing or snowmobiling.

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Northern Spirit Adventures Discover the pristine wilderness of Northern Ontario in a large canoe. Experience a fantastic boat tour with Northern Spirit Adventures. Team paddle down the Abitibi River located on the 50th parallel and perhaps catch a glimpse of some of the abundant wildlife in the area. The final destination is the incredible 100 ft waterfalls at the mouth of New Post River. On the way back, visit the site of the Hudson Bay Company trading post that was used over two hundred years ago.

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Devil’s Rock Devil’s Rock is a granite escarpment located 3 miles south of Haileybury, Ontario. It is dated to be 2,200 million years old and it has a face of 600 feet, rising 300 feet above Lake Temiskaming. People have been rock climbing Devil’s Rock in recent years.

There are five tunnels in the cliffs face that were made from rock blasting between 1907 and 1912.

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Cedar Meadows Resort Cedar Meadows Resort is the only wilderness park in the region. Tours go out every day to see wild animals like moose, elk, bison and deer right in their backyard. Sit and watch as the guides explain some history about the animals, as well as what they like to eat and do. Private wilderness tours are also available for 25 people or less.

Timmins Underground Gold Mine Tour Journey to the centre of the earth at the unique Underground Gold Mine Tour. All visitors are outfitted with complete mining gear. Seasoned hard-rock miners will take you underground and show you how gold is extracted from beneath the earth’s surface.

The Glamping Experience Glamping is a new experience available in Timmins.

The joys of the great outdoors are brought to you by staff that carries your luggage, cooks and cleans for you and chauffeurs you around – even paddles your canoe! Sturdy guest tents have screened windows and entrances, raised wooden floors with area rugs, storage units, chairs and regular beds dressed in beautiful linens and duvets. Activities include learning about local heritage and natural history; trekking the boreal forest; photographing wildlife; picking rice, berries and mushrooms; canoeing the Arctic watershed; tracking moose; visiting beaver dams; and calling wolves.

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Shania Twain Centre Built in honor of the city’s most famous hometown girl, the Shania Twain Centre provides fans from throughout the world more insight into the life and career of one of the world’s most popular superstars.

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It’s strategic location at the head of the Great Lakes and at the central crossroads of the continent has made Thunder Bay a natural meeting place ever since the days of the European fur traders.

When the North West Company built Fort William at this location in 1803, it quickly became a key annual meeting place for Scottish traders, French voyageurs, artisans and farmers, and Native trappers. Today, a colourful cast of authentically costumed characters recreates life from that era at Fort William Historical Park.

From its roots in the fur trade, Thunder Bay grew with the forestry, mining and shipping industries.

The City is now a centre for regional government, medical, educational, and business facilities.

Terry Fox Monument & Lookout A 9 foot high bronze statue, set on a 45 ton granite base with a foundation of local amethyst, commands a magnificent view of Lake Superior.The statue was erected in memory of Terry Fox and is located near the site where he was forced to abandon his heroic cross-Canada journey to raise money for cancer research.

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Canada’s longest foot suspension bridge awaits for you to walk its 600 foot length across the canyon from anchor to anchor and an amazing 150 feet off the canyon floor at its lowest point.

(Under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.) To add to the thrills, Eagle Canyon Adventures now features Canada’s longest zipline.

Minimum Time Required: 2 hours

Visit the Thunder Bay Art Gallery’s world renowned Permanent Collection of Aboriginal Art and experience a Woodland Art Workshop group package. View the exhibitions, learn about spiritual totems, and create a painting in this unique artistic style.

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Ouimet Canyon Provincial Park This geologic phenomenon is one of the most spectacular landscapes found in central Canada.

The canyon measures three km (1.9 mi) in length and is 152 metres (500 ft) across. A one kilometre accessible trail leads to two viewing platforms overlooking the canyon’s edge.

Minimum Time Required: 2 hours Amethyst Mine Panorama Amethyst Mine Panorama, North America’s largest amethyst deposit, is an active, working quarry. “Urban prospectors” can experience the excitement of picking their own amethyst!

Interesting and informative walking tours are available to groups.

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Hillcrest Park With is panoramic view of the harbour, Hillcrest Park is one of the City’s most distinctive sites.

The floral profusion of its Sunken Garden displays more than 70 varieties of flowers.

Minimum Time Required: half hour OLG Casino Thunder Bay Enjoy world-class gaming in an authentic Northwestern Ontario setting. Ante up for exciting table game action like Blackjack, Hold’em Poker and Roulette. With 450 slot machines ranging from the 1-cent slots to $5 machines, the sheer variety of slots offers thrills and non-stop gaming action for all. Take a break and visit the Rendezvous Restaurant & Bar which features delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner items.

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Unique to Northwestern Ontario, this early 1900s village invites you to “Take A Walk Through The Past.” Tour the General Store and visit the various shops. The carpenter, cobbler, printer and blacksmith welcome you to their establishments. The train station, pioneer home, one room school and village church all recall life in a simpler time.

Arrange for a group lunch or dinner in the Community Hall.

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A multi-functional facility, the Fort features as its core program living history experiences that recreate the fur trade activities of the North West Company at Fort William from 1803-1821.

Visitors meet characters from the past including fur traders, voyageurs, artisans, and the Ojibwa and Métis. The sprawling 25-acre site offers fascinating areas to explore including the Native encampment, Great Hall, artisans’ area and working farm. Hands-on opportunities during July and August include paddling a voyageur canoe and wagon rides. There are also tours, dramatic vignettes and building interpretation. Fort William Historical Park also offers a wide array of contemporary and heritage festivals and events and programming year-round, including music concerts and educational programs.

Thunder Oak Cheese Farm Watch the entire cheese-making process in operation and experience the wonderful taste of Gouda, a creamy Dutch cheese. The only farm in Ontario that produces Gouda cheese, Thunder Oak’s award-winning Gouda is made with fresh milk from their own Holstein cows. (Cheese made Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 10:30 am or call to confirm time.)

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour Thunder Bay Historical Museum Wonderful exhibits recount our regional history – including the Ojibway people, the fur trade, our shipping and railway heritage, and stores and shops from the early 20th century. Enjoy a leisurely stroll down a streetscape starting in the 1880s to the Second World War in the main gallery. Travelling and temporary exhibits are also displayed.

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Only a 3.5 hour drive from Toronto or Ottawa, North Bay is a friendly and inviting city and is a popular year-round destination. With plenty of activities and amenities, North Bay’s vibrancy is only exceeded by its hospitality!

The North Bay Heritage Carousel & the Winter Wonderland Carousel are the two newest waterfront attractions in North Bay. With the generous help of over 350 volunteers, the rides are a popular pit-stop for tourists and residents alike – the perfect compliment to the Heritage Railway Company’s Mini-Train service.

Accessible right from the waterfront’s Marathon Beach, the Laurier Wood Trails represents nature at its best. With over 200 acres of marsh and forest, this little oasis in the heart of North Bay affords excellent walking trails and plenty of opportunity to check out some wildlife!

The Discovery North Bay Museum is located in the re-furbished Canadian Pacific Railway Station. Learn about North Bay & area through interactive displays, historical stories and facts, entertainment and themed exhibits.

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The Dream Catcher Express is a colourful fall excursion by train traveling 100km north to the picturesque Temagami.

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The Dionne Quintuplets Museum captures an important event in the history of North Bay. In 1934, the Dionne Quintuplets were born in Corbiel, ON and were the first set of quintuplets to survive their infancy. The Museum is housed in the Quints’ original homestead and contains many artifacts from throughout their controversial lives.

The Chief Commanda II is the first all aluminum, catamaran (twin-hull) passenger vessel in Canada. The vessel runs a variety of cruises throughout the season, including Callander Bay, the Manitou Islands and the French River. With a wide range of food and beverage services, the Chief Commanda II is ideal for relaxation, comfort and fantastic views!

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Temagami, Ojibway for “Deep Water By The Shore” typifies the lakes of the region. Perched high up on Caribou Mountain, 100 feet on top of a 400-foot hill, the old Temagami Fire Tower will give you an excellent view of Temagami and the surrounding forest. The steel fire tower first went up in the 1930s. A second tower was built in 1951 and was the centrepiece of nine towers in the Temagami district.

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Algonquin Provincial Park’s 7770 sq. km. (3000 sq. mi.) of wilderness makes it one of Canada’s largest provincial parks. In summer it is a haven for the canoeist with more than 1610 km (1000mi) of canoe routes for paddling. Fall is when the maples are in their peak color during the last week of September, and winter is crosscountry ski season. Algonquin Park also served as inspiration for the famous Group of Seven artists.

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Husky the Muskie, a graceful 40-foot statue on Kenora’s famous Harbourfront, symbolizes the world-famous fishing found on Lake of the Woods.

Kenora’s Harbourfront hosts major events in the summer including the Kenora Bass International, Harbourfest, and July 1 celebrations.

M. S. Kenora From Kenora’s scenic waterfront, the M.S. Kenora takes visitors past Coney Island’s pristine public beach, then heads south on a spectacular circular route of the northern section of Lake of the Woods. Watch for resident bald eagles and other wildlife that regularly come into view.

Minimum Time Required: 2.5 hours Lake of the Woods Railway Museum The Lake of the Woods Railroad Museum has been established to preserve the history of the Canadian Pacific Railway and to assist in educating the public how, as a major employer, this industry has had a profound effect on the economic and cultural life of the area. Many artifacts are located in the museum building, such as the pot belly stoves, over 100 years old, and an order board containing salvaged keyboards form the Kenora and Keewatin Canadian Pacific stations. A legacy to enshrine the spirit of early rail-

roading can be found in a diary log containing names, pictures and stories of any railroader having worked out of and into Kenora.

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Mather-Walls House An 1880-built mansion owned by the Ontario Heritage Foundation. Restored and open to the public in July and August.

Historical/Cultural Murals A series of about 20 murals were commissioned in the 1990s throughout Kenora. They feature Kenora’s Stanley Cup win, the region’s forestry history, voyageurs, and other cultural highlights.

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Kay-Nah-Chi-Wah-Nung Historical Centre Kay-Nah-Chi-Wah-Nung, is the word in the Ojibway language for “Place of the Long Rapids”. Some of the oldest burial mounds in North America are found here, along with 8,000 years of Anishnaabe history through five galleries that tell the story of Rainy River.

The river view restaurant specializes in authentic Ojibway cuisine and a gift shop features handcrafted items. Traditional craft demonstrations, Aboriginal games and archaeology workshops are also offered throughout the year. A mustsee for all tour buses.

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Ear Falls is situated on the English River at the Lac Seul Reservoir. As North America’s Bald Eagle Capital, Ear Falls provides a unique opportunity to witness these majestic birds in flight. The Ear Falls Museum chronicles the history of the area with its display of ancient artifacts.

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A nickel-mining center with a population of 160,000, it is northern Ontario’s largest metro area. The landscape is so bare that U.S. astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin were trained here for lunar terrain. Geologists believe the basin was formed by a massive meteorite impact that thrust the planet’s richest known deposits of nickel and copper to the earth’s surface. The Hudson Bay Company, the British based fur trading company, established a post on Whitefish Lake in the 1820s.

Science North Science North occupies two giant stainlesssteel snowflake-shaped buildings dramatically cut into a rock outcrop overlooking Lake Ramsey.

Visitors can simulate a hurricane, monitor an earthquake or observe the sun through a solar telescope.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour Cortina Cruise Sit back and relax during a one-hour tour of picturesque Ramsey Lake aboard The Cortina, a 70-passenger cruise boat. The Cortina sails several times daily from the Science North dock from May to September.

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Centre Franco-Ontarien de Folklore A non-profit organization dedicated to FrancoOntarien heritage and Folklore, the Centre was founded in 1972 by Father Germain Lemieux. For 50 years, Father Lemieux traveled throughout French Ontario collecting artifacts of the FrancoOntario oral tradition.

Minimum Time Required: 1 hour

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Dynamic Earth & Big Nickel An innovative mining and geology centre that lets you explore the planet beneath your feet and its precious cargo of minerals. The home of the Big Nickel is a “blast” for everyone on the third planet from the sun.

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French River Trading Post The French River Trading Post, has been part of the northern Ontario landscape for over 50 years.

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Manitoulin is the world’s largest freshwater island, with more than 100 inland lakes and countless rivers. Witness Aboriginal culture and lore in this land of legend. Climb the towering bluffs overlooking it all on the Cup and Saucer Trail. Relax on the beach at Providence Bay. And, discover a rare wetland ecosystem at Misery Bay.

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accommodations BEST WESTERN NOR'WESTER HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE Diamond & offering 89 Newly Renovated, Located five minutes South from Thunder Bay Airport or 45 minutes from the US/Canadian Border. Complimentary parking, and airport shuttle service. Free WiFi, indoor pool, whirlpool, health and fitness center, Arcade Room, sauna, and steam rooms. Casual Restaurant and Bar located within the hotel. This Jewell of the North is the ideal location for Tours with groups of all ages.

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Justin Lee or Edwin Martinez 2080 Highway #61, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7J 1B8 Tel: 807-473-9123; 1-888-473-2378 Fax: 807-473-9600 info@nwresort.com www.bestwestern.com/Prop_66055

CLARION RESORT PINEWOOD PARK Sheltered amongst towering pines we are located off HWY 11 North. Offering 102 spacious guestrooms, 71 with two queen size beds, complimentary onsite motorcoach parking, welcome reception to all bus tour groups, baggage handling and disability services.

Clarion Resort Pinewood Park is a full-service resort facility offering exceptional service, outdoor heated pool, wellness spa, 18-hole golf course, golf practice facility, restaurant, and fitness facility. Resort is 100% non-smoking.

COMFORT INN-AIRPORT The Comfort Inn on O'Brien St. is conveniently located on HWY 17 & 11,located close to all attractions and activities.Restaurants are nearby and Northgate Square Mall, is within minutes where there are many stores such as The Gap, Roots, Sears, Wal-Mart and Northern Reflections. We offers one complimentary room for every twenty rooms booked. Baggage handling is $4.00 per room round trip. All rooms include fridge, microwave, high speed internet access,coffee maker, hair dryer.

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999 Jacqueline Liddle 201 Pinewood Park Dr., North Bay, Ontario, P1B 8Z4 Tel: 705-472-0810; 1-800-461-9592 Fax: 705-472-4427 sales@clarionresortpinewoodpark.com www.ClarionResortPinewoodPark.com

Kathy Nicholson 1200 O'Brien St., North Bay, Ontario, P1B 9B3 Tel: 705-476-5400; 1-866-260-8261 Fax: 705-476-1295 cn282@whg.com www.choicehotels.ca www.comfortnorthbay.ca

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DAYS INN & SUITES - THUNDER BAY

SUPER 8 MOTEL KENORA

Centrally located in Thunder Bay, our 5 Sunburst facility offers convenient, easy access to all local attractions.

Featuring both standard rooms and suites, our hotel is an ideal place to stay. Complimentary continental breakfast daily from 5am – 10am, indoor pool, hot tub and exercise room and several restaurants within a short walking distance. We offer free bus parking on-site and our complimentary policy is 1 room free per 20 paid.

Call for our group rates.

Kevin Kalyta 645 Sibley Drive, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7B 6Z8 Tel: 807-622-3297; 1-800-329-7466 Fax: 807-623-2211 kkalyta@shawbiz.ca www.daysinn.ca

69 rooms including suites that overlook Lake of the Woods, honeymoon suite, Superstart free continental Breakfast, large parking lot for motorcoach. Disability accessible, driver comp, walking distance to downtown area and shopping, close to attractions. Friendly front desk staff that can plan your activities, M.S. Kenora Cruise ship passes available at front desk, fishing, ice fishing packages available, snowmobile packages available. Casey's Restaurant in same parking lot/Pool and fitness passes available, close to beaches.

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Centrally located, Nipissing University is just 3.5 hours from Toronto and 4 hours from Ottawa. Campus is situated upon a picturesque escarpment, overlooking Lake Nipissing. We can accommodate over 800 people, in our modern suite-style, smoke-free, air-conditioned residence buildings. Delegates share a suite with 3 other group members, yet maintain bedroom privacy; an excellent team building environment. Complimentary motorcoach parking and private accommodations provided for coach drivers. Accessible suites available. Close to downtown, waterfront, trails and nearby attractions.

Michelle Walker 100 College Drive, Box 5002, North Bay, Ontario, P1B 8L7 Tel: 705-474-3450 Fax: 705-474-4888 stay@nipissingu.ca www.nipissingu.ca/conferenceservices

SUPER 8 MOTEL - SAULT STE. MARIE A Pride of Super 8 property! Opened in 2003 the Super 8 Sault Ste Marie is a multiple award recipient for Quality and Customer Care. Close to all attractions.

Offer packages for Agawa Tour Train, Skiing and Golf.

We offer continental breakfast daily, fridges and wi-fi in all rooms and all beds are queen sized or larger. Many restaurants are within a 10 minute walk.

Curtis Assiginack 184 Great Northern Road, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, P6B 4Z3 Tel: 705-254-6441; 1-866-551-5904 Fax: 705-254-4388 assigcur@wynhg.com www.saultmotels.com www.super8.com

NORTHRIDGE INN AND RESORT An intimate, lakeside, four season Inn specializing in conferences,weddings and retreats for up to 90 persons.

Only 2 1/2 hours north of Toronto, Northridge offers the perfect setting for that special combination of relaxation and focus. We offer a stunning lakeside setting amongst giant white pines, exceptional dining, attentive service, easy access and all the amenities you'd expect combine for a one of a kind experience! Ask about our exceptional team and spirit building seminars.

M Michael and Brenda Piraino PO Box 1189, 712 South Bernard Lake Rd., Sundridge, Ontario, P0A 1Z0 Tel: 705-384-2252 Fax: 705-384-2006 info@northridgeinn.com www.northridgeinn.com

SUPER 8 MOTEL FORT FRANCES 59 rooms, suites, honeymoon suite. Free Super Start Breakfast, Disability accessible, Large parking lot for motorcoaches, Driver comp, Guest laundry. Meeting room facilities, Pool, Hot Tub, steam room, business centre/High speed internet/ Close distance to the downtown area, numerous restaurants.5 minute drive to the U.S. Border International Falls, MN. Great summer events including the Bass Tournament in July. New Boston Pizza in same parking lot. 2.5 hours South of Kenora.

M Wanda Barker 810 Kings Hwy, Fort Frances, Ontario, P9A 2X4 Tel: 807-274-4945; 1-800-800-8000 Fax: 807-274-4946 super8ff@shaw.ca www.super8fortfrances.com www.timanco.ca

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M Carol McPherson 240 Lakeview Drive, Kenora, Ontario, P9N 0H2 Tel: 807-468-8016; 1-800-800-8000 Fax: 807-468-1638 carol.super8@kmts.ca www.super8kenora.com www.timanco.ca

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attractions CANADIAN BUSHPLANE HERITAGE CENTRE The Centre is the only unique and outstanding facility in North America dedicated to the history of both Bushplane and Forest Fire Management. Visit the original 25,000 sq. ft. hangar where in 1948 water bombing was invented. A lifelike trip in our flight simulator puts visitors in the pilot seat as they soar above the magnificent beauty of Algoma.

50 Pim Street, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, P6A 3G4 Tel: 705-945-6242 Fax: 705-942-8947 www.bushplane.com

ERMATINGER·CLERGUE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE The Site comprises of the Oldest Stone House Northwest of Toronto, built in 1814 by Charles Oakes Ermatinger (Fur Trader). This home has authentically recreated rooms, costumed interpreters, heritage activities, and historic gardens. The Clergue Blockhouse is a link to Sault Ste. Marie’s Past. The building was transformed from a North West Fur Company powder magazine to Clergue’s residence. It now stands as a testimony to the man behind our industry.

831 Queen Street East, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, P6A 2A8 Tel: 705-759-5443 Fax: 705-541-7023 old.stone.house@cityssm.on.ca

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destination marketing GREAT SPIRIT CIRCLE TRAIL The Great Spirit Circle Trail encompasses eight First Nations in the Manitoulin Island Sagamok region in Northeastern Ontario, Canada. Home to the "Anishnawbek" – the Ojibwe, Odawa and Pottawatomi people with a long and storied history, rich culture and abundant lands. With free parking and generous comp policies, the unique services offered by the Anishnawbek people are yours to discover as you "Experience the past" and "Enjoy the present" while travelling the Great Spirit Circle Trail.

Gladys King 15 Hwy 551, M'Chigeeng, Ontario, P0P1K0 Tel: 705-377-4404; 1-877-710-3211 Fax: 705-377-4425 grouptours@circletrail.com www.circletrail.com

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Internationally renowned for its hands-on approach to science education and its friendly resident Bluecoats, the Science Centre is filled with fun and imagination.

Walk amidst hundreds of free-flying tropical butterflies, hold a snake, get up close to beaver or watch a flying squirrel in action. Experience a 4D Bush Plane Adventure, Canada's most unique specialty theatre plus our 5-storey IMAX screen and our amazing exhibitions.

100 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury, Ontario P3E 5S9 Tel: 705-523-4629; 1-800-461-4898 Fax: 705-522-4954 contactus@sciencenorth.ca www.sciencenorth.ca

World class Public Art Gallery featured in enRoute magazine. 1500 plus Permanent Collection mostly in Aboriginal art. Professional guided tours and take home classes available arranged in advance. Average visit 1 - 3 hours. Aboriginal and contemporary exhibitions.

Unique original art and jewellery. Catering. Central city location 5 minutes off highway 17. Easily accessible from all hotels. Free adjacent parking - motor coach included. Disability accessible. Air conditioned. Open 12 months.. New Days Inn a few hundred feet away along with major restaurants.

PO Box 10193, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7B 6T7 Tel: 807-577-6427 Fax: 807-577-3781 info@theag.ca www.theag.ca

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“Take a Walk Through the Past” in this unique Northwestern Ontario early 1900's Pioneer Village thousands of artifacts displayed in realistic indoor and outdoor settings and original buildings. Located on Hwy.61 south of the City of Thunder Bay. The buildings are disability accessible, motorcoach parking available,complimentary admission for guide and driver.

Visit time 2 hours. Catered lunch and dinner tours available. Information package available Fran Loney Highway 61 & Gillespie Road, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7C 4V2 Tel: 807-475-5114 Fax: 807-473-4663 info@founders.ca www.founders.ca

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Thunder Bay is a Lake Superior top ten destination.

Experience the fur-trade heyday at Fort William Historical Park. Explore natural wonders such as Kakabeka Falls, Ouimet Canyon and the Sleeping Giant.

Visit a pick-your-own amethyst quarry. Take in fastpaced casino gaming action. Check out art galleries, museums, festivals and much more. Relax – our northern hospitality has an inviting range of accommodations. We’re great hosts. Contact us for tour planner, itineraries, promotional materials and familiarization tours. www.visitthunderbay.com/GroupTravel

M Catherine Presenger P.O. Box 800, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7C 5K4 Tel: 807-625-2149; 1-800-667-8386 Fax: 807-625-3789 cpresenger@thunderbay.ca www.VisitThunderBay.com/GroupTravel

restaurants GOLDEN GRIDDLE FAMILY RESTAURANTS Our locations are a perfect fit for bus tours and close to major tourist attractions. From breakfasts through to dinner, we can satisfy groups of all ages. All of our restaurants offer the driver and tour guide a complimentary meal, including non-alcoholic beverage. We can seat 150 to 200 people. There is ample parking for buses, and a number of our sites are near main highways such as Hwy. 400, Hwy. 401 and Hwy. 404.

shopping THE FRENCH RIVER TRADING POST The French River Trading Post is one of Northern Ontario's oldest and largest gift shops; a treasure house of Canadiana. The Trading Post is a northern Ontario summer experience. Featuring Native Canadian moccasins. A selection of t-shirts and sweatshirts for all tastes: Decoys, Inuit Carvings and Sweet Grass Baskets: Leather purses, and clothing, & of course our famous fudge. Plenty of motorcoach parking. Discount in store & restaurant for escort & driver.

M The Golden Griddle Corporation 305 Milner Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M1B 3V4 Tel: 416-609-2200 Fax: 416-609-2207 general@goldengriddlecorp.com www.goldengriddlecorp.com

Tracey Pearce 20112 Hwy 69, Alban, Ontario, P0M 1A0 Tel: 705-857-2115; 1-877-857-2115 Fax: 705-857-3439 tracey@frenchrivertrading.com frenchrivertrading.com/

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Northern decor for the northern traveler; A Family Restaurant with a flair for fun. Full Breakfasts prepared for you featuring wild French River Blueberry Pancakes; Charbroiled Hamburgers are our specialty. We also feature soup, salad & sandwiches. Everyone loves our old fashioned Ice Cream Parlour; 16 flavors of hand dipped Ice Cream, Sundaes and Milk Shakes.

Tracey Pearce 20112 Hwy #69, Alban, Ontario, P0M 1A0 Tel: 705-857-2115; 1-877-857-2115 Fax: 705-857-3439 info@frenchrivertrading.com frenchrivertrading.com/

The Great Spirit Circle Trail encompasses eight First Nation communities on Manitoulin Island and the Sagamok region in North-eastern Ontario. Manitoulin Island, the largest freshwater island in the world, and Sagamok are home to the “Anishnawbek” – the Ojibwe, Odawa and Pottawatomi people with a long and storied history, rich culture and abundant lands. The warmth of the people, the serenity of the forests and waters and the vibrant culture of the Anishnawbek people are yours to discover as you “Experience the past” and “Enjoy the present.” Truly blessed by the Creator, this

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Participate in half-day cultural experiences and events, full-day guided tours and multi-day touring packages. Reward your senses and rejuvenate your spirit on a nature walk accompanied by your Aboriginal hosts. Experience history as you retrace ancient canoe routes. Unwind to the soft murmur of legends and stories from days past. Enjoy relaxing day trips, rustic or refined accommodations, traditional regional cuisine and a wide variety of shops, galleries, and educational cultural activities.

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LASER QUEST LIVE ACTION LASER TAG AT ITS BEST! Laser Quest is an interactive adventure game with 30 playing at one time. Unbeatable fun for social or group outings, student trips, sports teams, family reunions and corporate events as well as birthday parties. Open extended hours during school holidays, Laser Quest is available rain or shine in an air-conditioned environment. Motorcoach parking available. Information for the seven Ontario locations can be found on our website.

ASSOCIATION OF SUMMER THEATRES 'ROUND ONTARIO The Association of Summer Theatres 'Round Ontario (ASTRO), founded in 1985, is a network of 22 professional theatres across Southern Ontario. We welcome you to top quality live theatre performances in a broad array of repertoire and styles. Please visit our website listed below for further information and links to our member theatres. Or email us to send you a free brochure with a map and contact information for all of our theatres.

Tim Chapman 215 Spadina Avenue, Ste. 210, Toronto, Ontario, M5T 2C7 Tel: 416-408-4556 Fax: 416-408-3402 info@summertheatre.org www.summertheatre.ca

transportation GREYHOUND CANADA Greyhound Charters is proud to be Canada's only nationwide charter network. We have the largest fleet of motor coaches and offer competitive pricing. Our buses seat up to 54 passengers, are fully equipped with restrooms and reclining seats, are climate controlled for year-round comfort. Our sister company, Gray Line Toronto, can be your ultimate tour guide to the great vistas of the City of Toronto or enjoy a breathtaking guided tour of Niagara Falls.

1111 International Blvd., Suite 700, Burlington, Ontario, L7L 6W1 Tel: 289-288-0140; 1-866-313-0339 Fax: 905-336-5987 greyhound.charter@greyhound.ca www.greyhound.ca; www.grayline.ca

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Arlene Duncan 3269 American Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4V 1V4 Tel: 905-678-4492 Fax: 905-673-5950 aduncan@laserquest.com www.laserquest.com

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ad eastern 1000 Islands Cruises Rockport Boat Line 1000 Islands International Tourism Council 97 Algonquin College Ambassador Conference Resort Bonnechere Caves Canada's Penitentiary Museum Four Points by Sheraton Hotel & Suites Kingston 96 Gananoque Boat Line Glengarry Highland Games 97 Golden Griddle Family Restaurants inside front cover Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brockville 140 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Gananoque 140 McIntosh Country Inn & Conference Centre 97 Ottawa Valley Tourist Association Peachtree Inn Ramada Hotel & Conference Centre Rideau Heritage Route Tourism Association 98 St. Lawrence College Residence St. Lawrence Cruise Lines Inc. 96 St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival 97 Super 8 Cornwall 139 The Glen House Resort 97 The Rocky Mountain House Restaurant Thousand Islands Playhouse 97 Town of Petawawa Upper Canada Playhouse 97 Voyageur Canoe Tours

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ottawa ad listing 417 Bus Lines Ltd. 119 Allegro Ristorante 120 Canadian Folk Music Walk of Fame 113 Canadian Museum of Civilization 114, 119 113 Canadian Museum of Nature 117 113 Canadian War Museum 114, 119 113 Canal Ritz Restaurant 121 120 Carleton University Conference Services 112 Cartier Place Suite Hotel 112 Casino du Lac-Leamy 115 120 Coasters Seafood Grill 120 Conference Aide Tours 120 CUCCOA (Canadian University and College Conference Organizers Association) 112 Currency Museum of the Bank of Canada 116 113 Diefenbunker,

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122 122 122 122 118 112 112 118 122 122 119 113 119 113 122 113 119 119 listing 135 136 135 135

Days Inn & Suites - Thunder Bay 141 Ermatinger-Clerquw National Historical Site Founders’ Museum & Pioneer Village Golden Griddle Family Restaurants inside front cover Great Spirit Circle Trail 138 Nipissing University Northridge Inn and Resort Science North Super 8 Motel - Sault Ste. Marie Super 8 Motel Fort Frances 139 139 Super 8 Motel Kenora The French River Trading Post 136 136 The Hungry Bear Restaurant Thunder Bay Art Gallery Tourism Thunder Bay 137 ad provincial suppliers Association of Summer Theatres 'Round Ontario 141 Days Inn outside back cover GLAMER Greyhound Canada Holiday Inn 140 Laser Quest Super 8 139

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