You may be surprised to hear that there were over 25 prisoners of war camps in Canada during the Second World War. With 13 in Ontario alone, a short hour road trip from Toronto lies the remnants of Camp 30 – the Bowmanville POW Camp. It’s hands down one of the creepiest places in Ontario […]
We’re so fortunate to have a number of amazing hiking trails in Niagara. While it’s hard to choose which one is the best, this local has to give the crown to the Niagara Glen Nature Reserve. These trails are full of incredible views that will take your breath away. If you’re looking to get your […]
Ah Pittsburgh, the Steel City. While it may come from humble beginnings in the steel industry, it has evolved into so much more. Sitting at the convergence of the Allegheny, Monongahela and Ohio Rivers, it’s incredibly picturesque with over 400 bridges along with a number of other perks. It’s brimming with culture thanks to the […]
In the heart of Caledon, Ontario lies a number of great hiking trails and nature areas. Just an hour drive from Toronto, head to Belfountain Conservation Area and the Cheltenham Badlands for a solid dose of nature. Both are located in the Credit Valley and are managed by Credit Valley Conservation. This community-based organization’s mission […]
Just a short 30 minute drive outside of Sudbury, Ontario lies a gorgeous natural paradise loved by locals and visitors alike. Whether you’re just passing through on a Northern Ontario road trip or you’re looking for a change of scenery while in the “Nickel City”, you won’t want to miss the Onaping Falls Trail. Onaping […]
Before I dive in I want to clarify something: I am a settler and my family comes from a long line of settlers. I’m complexionally-challenged, pale, white, however you want to say it. I’ve never done an ancestry test, but I’ve been told I’m mainly British, Irish and Scottish with a tiny bit of German. […]
