Category: Cottage Life
6 winter maintenance tasks that you never want to ignore
Winter is no time to ditch your cottage maintenance. Keep up with these six tasks to avoid problems throughout the cold season. 1) Checking for draughts. A cottage with draughts … Continued
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Quebec tightens regulations around short-term rentals with a new public registry
On December 16, the Quebec government launched its Registered Tourist Accommodation Establishments Directory, the final tool in the province’s Bill 25 aimed at fighting illegal short-term rentals. The directory, which … Continued
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The top 10 Canadian weather events of 2024
Environment and Climate Change Canada recently released its top 10 list of the most note-worthy weather events of 2024. The year “shattered records,” says ECCC, and not in a good … Continued
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Algonquin Park announces the construction of a brand new hiking trail with scenic lookouts
Hikers better lace up their boots. Ontario’s Algonquin Provincial Park is getting a new trail. In early December, The Friends of Algonquin Park, a charity devoted to furthering educational and … Continued
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Muskoka agrees to let snowmobilers drive on district-owned land
During a December 16 council meeting, the District of Muskoka decided to enter into an agreement with the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) that would allow snowmobiling on district-owned … Continued
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Huntsville council skeptical of town’s proposed $50 million climate action plan
On December 11, Tatham Engineering presented a Regional Climate Change Mitigation plan to Huntsville, Ont.’s town council. The plan’s $50 million price tag, however, had some councillors questioning its feasibility. … Continued
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Rental of the week: A luxe Lake Simcoe cottage with 14 fireplaces, 2 saunas, and a movie theatre
Location: Orillia, Ont. Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 6 Guests: 12 Minimum stay: 2-4 nights Rate: From $2,999/night About the property This grand six-bedroom, six-bathroom cottage rental on Lake Simcoe is a total splurge. The 9,400-sq.-ft. … Continued
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Ontario invests $93 million in fast, long-haul air ambulance jets to reach northern communities
On Tuesday, the Ontario government announced that it’s investing $93 million in expanding Ornge’s air ambulance fleet with two new, larger, high-speed aircraft. The government’s aim is to provide faster, … Continued
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5 sports to try this winter
Snowshoeing? Been there. Pond hockey? Done that. Winter is one of the best times to explore cottage country. Slap on a toque, and make this the year you break your … Continued
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Canada’s most popular dog breed of 2024 is…
The pet-sitting site Rover.com has released its top dog breeds of 2024—and the results are paws-itively delightful! Mixed breeds took home the grand prize, with playful retrievers as the runners-up. … Continued
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