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Electric Vehicle Chargers Are Being Installed Across Nova Scotia

by adminClimate Change July 21, 2021May 17, 2022No Comments

Today, the Honourable Bernadette Jordan, Member of Parliament for South Shore–St. Margarets and Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, on behalf of the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources, announced a $100,000 investment to Nova Scotia Power to install 20 electric vehicle (EV) chargers at Nova Scotia Power’s facilities across the province to put Canadians in the driver’s seat on the road to a net-zero future.

This Old TV Special Takes You Across Canada in the Summer of 1958

by adminFrom The Past July 20, 2021July 20, 2021No Comments

An old, hour-long special produced by the National Film Board of Canada in the late 50’s offers a unique glimpse at Canadian cities in the summer of ’58, including the people, lifestyles, picturesque landscapes, and the major engineering projects of the day.

Over 550 Libraries Across Canada Are Moving Outside for TD’s Summer Reading Program

by adminNature July 20, 2021May 17, 2022No Comments

The TD Summer Reading Club will host new outdoor reading activity called StoryWalk®, which will be offered by over 550 libraries across the country this summer.

Vancouver Island’s Newest Attraction: The Malahat SkyWalk

by adminThe Best of Canada, Travel July 19, 2021July 18, 2021No Comments

Located 35 minutes north of Victoria, British Columbia, Malahat SkyWalk is officially open as the newest year-round outdoor experience on Vancouver Island, providing the ‘ultimate natural high.’

Hybrid-Electric Airplanes Are Coming To Canada

by adminClimate Change July 18, 2021May 17, 2022No Comments

Pratt & Whitney Canada has announced plans to advance its hybrid-electric propulsion technology and flight demonstrator program as part of a $163M CAD investment, supported by the governments of Canada and Quebec. “Pratt & Whitney Canada is proud to be a leader toward ever more sustainable aircraft propulsion technologies and be an integral part of Canada’s green recovery plan,” said Maria Della Posta, …

The Ultimate Guide to Summer Camping in Ontario

by adminCamping, Nature, The Best of Canada, Travel July 18, 2021July 18, 2021No Comments

Ontario has many beautiful places for overnight or week-long stays in nature. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly drive-to campground for tents, trailers, or RVs, or a quieter backcountry camping experience, Ontario is loaded with great options in all regions of the province. Start planning your next summer adventure with our list of the …

Ontario Barn Owls: A Disappearing Act

by adminNature July 17, 2021March 1, 2022No Comments

As of 2021, Ontario has lost nearly 98% of its grasslands. This huge loss of habitat carries consequences. Including a vanishing act by the barn owl’s of Ontario.

How To Build A Safe Campfire

by adminCamping July 13, 2021July 13, 2021No Comments

As wildfires across Canada become a growing concern, here are guidelines from the Ontario Government on preventing forest fires.

Follow these easy steps to build a campfire safely.

Three New Solar Farms Will Be Built In Antigonish, Berwick and Mahone Bay

by adminClimate Change July 10, 2021May 17, 2022No Comments

The Government of Canada, in partnership with the municipalities of Nova Scotia’s Antigonish, Berwick, and Mahone Bay, announced funding for the construction of three new solar farms in the towns of Antigonish, Berwick and Mahone Bay. The project consists of building three solar farms, also known as solar gardens, in the Towns of Antigonish, Berwick and Mahone Bay, which will produce approximately 10GWh …

$20K & 20 Campsites For One Winner: 10 Days to Enter For A 40-Day, Cross-Canada Camping & Glamping Trip

by adminCamping, The Best of Canada, Travel July 8, 2021July 8, 2021No Comments

There are ten days left for videographers and travel bloggers to ‘apply’ for Hipcamp’s best summer job experience. Just in time for a summer when camping is poised to be the vacation of choice (and opportunity) for thousands of Canadians suffering from serious cabin fever, Hipcamp, the world’s largest provider of outdoor stays, is celebrating its …