Amber Rohal

Amber is the creator of Active Parents, and loves nothing more than finding something new and noteworthy to share with local parents. Amber's 2 daughters make many appearances on Active Parents, and if you pay attention, you may even see her husband Matt.

Hamilton Area Summer Camps With Single Day Booking

Summer camps are a great way for kids to stay active, learn new skills, and have fun during the summer months. If you’re located in Hamilton and are looking for summer camp options for your children, you’re in luck!

Burlington Summer Camps With Single Day Booking

Summer camps are a great way for kids to stay active, learn new skills, and have fun during the summer months. If you’re located in Burlington and are looking for summer camp options for your children, you’re in luck!

Win Family Passes To SpringFestTO 2024!

SpringFest offers Greater Toronto families an indoor fun park with the latest in children’s entertainment, games and activities. SpringFest is thrilled to be back for another year of quality family entertainment.

Springridge Farm in Milton, near Oakville and Burlington

Opening Soon! Springridge Farm: A Must-Do For Little Farm Fans

Springridge Farm is a long-time family favourite place to visit. This is a great place for multi-generations to visit together. The grandparents have as much fun as the kids do! Let us show you why Springridge Farm in Milton is always a great way to spend a day.

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13+ Things to Do At Bronte Creek Provincial Park

Bronte Creek Provincial Park in Oakville is just one of the 340 Ontario Parks. We visit multiple times a year in every season because there’s always something fantastic to do at Bronte Creek. Here are some highlights of what you can expect when you visit.

Digital Dilemmas: Parenting in the Age of Screens

Parenting in the digital age is challenging. As a parent, I understand the difficulty navigating the delicate balance between harnessing the benefits of technology and mitigating its potential drawbacks. Thank you to Susie Beghin, RECE, Author, and owner of Alpha’s Discovery daycare centres for providing her experience and expertise on this topic.

Easter Egg Hunts and Events

2024 Guide To Easter Egg Hunts And Events

Welcome to our guide to Easter Egg Hunts and Easter Events near you! With spring just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about fun activities to do with your family and friends. One of the most exciting events of the season is the Easter egg hunt. And lucky for you, there are plenty of options right in your local area.

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Summer Camps in Burlington

Summer camps are a great way for kids to stay active, learn new skills, and have fun during the summer months. If you’re located in Burlington and are looking for summer camp options for your children, you’re in luck!

Family Day 2024 – Fun Things To Do With Kids

Celebrate Family Day with the kids! Below you’ll find a long list of great things to do in Burlington, Oakville, Milton and Hamilton! Family-friendly events, all in one place to help you make the most of this long weekend.

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The Hamilton Aviary Bird Sanctuary

A visit to The Hamilton Aviary is a great way to feel tropical while supporting this wonderful, volunteer-run bird sanctuary in Dundas, Ontario.

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Outdoor Birthday Party Venues

If you are lucky enough to have a summer birthday, take your party outside to one of these outdoor birthday party venues.

Maple Syrup Festivals 2024: Hamilton, Halton, Niagara and More

Is there anything more Canadian than visiting a Maple Syrup festival and eating freshly-poured-on-snow maple syrup candy? We don’t think so, either! That’s why Active Parents has rounded up these local Maple Syrup festivals in Ontario that you should visit. Bon appetite!

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Free Fishing Weekend 2024 in Ontario

In 2023, Ontario has planned four Free Fishing weekends. These are times when you can fish without a licence. They are a great reason to get out with the kids and try your hand at angling.