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Planning a Family Trip in Canada after COVID-19

There is no need to worry – the struggles of COVID-19 won’t last forever. If you’re currently reading this amidst the pandemic, while Canada’s still considered to be in an emergency state, just know that this situation is temporary and it will eventually pass. For many Canadians, the virus has taken a heavy toll on […]

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Travel Safety Tips for Coronavirus

The first case of the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) was reported in Wuhan, Hubei, China in December 2019. Early cases were believed to be linked to a live animal market in Wuhan and have since been spreading from person to person. Shortly after, cases of the COVID-19 virus began to appear outside of China.  On January […]

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Cost of Living in Canada

If you’re looking to move to Canada (or even if you already live here), you may be wondering what the cost of living in Canada is like. It’s hard to determine exactly what it is, as the costs vary greatly depending on the city and province you live in, but this guide is designed to […]

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Ottawa FAQ

Are Ottawa museums free on Thursday? Yes, some Ottawa museums are free on Thursday.  Canadian Museum of History and Canada War Museum are free every Thursday between 4 pm and 8 pm, as well as all day Canada Day and Remembrance Day.  Canada Museum of Nature and National Gallery of Canada are free every Thursday […]

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Canadians Living in the United States

Are you a Canadian living in the United States? Then you’re certainly not alone as there are over 800,000 Canadian living in the United States whether for work or pleasure. When it’s time to make the move, you’ll need to exchange some currency upfront (and maybe later too) to secure your home, set up the […]

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Disney Tickets & Best Disney Packages for Canadians

Walt Disney World in Florida is one of the most visited places by Canadians. Not only is it a great escape from the cold weather but it’s easy to travel and fun for the whole family. Disney has a lot to offer in terms of amusement parks with about 6 different parks including 2 water […]

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Essential Travel Tips for Phoenix, Arizona

Phoenix, Arizona is so much more than sand and golf – it’s truly the oasis. It’s the jewel of the American Southwest as the nation’s sixth largest city and home to several museums, a science center and even a botanical garden…yes in a desert. If you’re planning on taking a trip that is both unconventional […]

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Essential Travel Tips: Miami

Pack the suntan lotion and flip flops! Miami is a vibrant city on the southern tip of Florida and one of the hottest cities in America with plenty to do on and off the beach. Miami is also the capital of Latin America and home to 5.5 million, many of which are Spanish-speaking. The Latin […]

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Travel Tips: London

Ah merry old London Town! This bustling metropolis was once the most powerful and largest city in human history, but has since toned down its imperial might to now be one of the most popular tourist destinations on earth. London is seemingly a city of endless opportunity and sights to see, all of which can’t […]

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10 Canadian Slang Words You Should Know

Before heading to the Great White North, there’s something you should know – we talk funny. Not in the humourous sense, but because of our copious use of Canadian slang. We use slang words to refer to countless things, sometimes we don’t even realize it’s slang because they’re words we’ve grown up using like “double-double” […]

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