Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada has been a staple of Toronto family entertainment for years and it continues to be one of our favourite day trips. If you haven’t been in a while rest assured that it’s as good as it’s ever been and even feels more organized now than ever before.
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No one expects a grade 9 student to know what they want to be when they grow up, so if your high school student hasn’t identified their passion or skill yet, don’t worry. We’ve got great suggestions on how to earn those volunteer hours, and maybe unlock a hidden passion or talent!
15 Ways To Earn High School Volunteer Hours Read More »
When you’re looking for things to do in Toronto, Make sure to consider a visit to Little Canada. They have put together some miniature displays of some of Canada’s most popular locations. The detail and the size will blow your mind!
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There’s one thing you won’t want to do without on Christmas morning: breakfast! Whether it’s a big breakfast or a quick bite to fuel you up for the festivities ahead, these Christmas breakfast ideas are perfect for whatever your holiday has in store.
30 Breakfast Recipes: Delicious and Easy Ideas Your Family Will Love Read More »
Let’s banish those winter blues! Here are more than 50 things to do during winter in Hamilton and Halton area, including Milton, Oakville, Burlington, Waterdown, Hamilton, Stoney Creek and beyond.
50+ Things To Do This Winter Read More »
We know it’s a time-honour tradition to ring in the new year with a celebration of some size, and we can help you outsource the planning and cleanup. 3…2…1… Let’s ring in the new year with the kids!
Family New Year’s Eve Events 2025 Read More »
Tobogganing is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to keep kids entertained on a snowy day. Grab a sled and your snow pants and use our list to find a tobogganing hill in Hamilton and Burlington to visit.
15 Local Toboggan Hills: Burlington, Hamilton, Oakville Read More »
Outdoor ice skating rinks are a great place to take your kids in the winter. Burlington, Oakville, Milton and Hamilton each are home to multiple ice skating rinks, open all winter.
23+ Outdoor Skating Rinks in Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville and Milton Read More »
Once it’s served its duty as the centrepiece of your Christmas events, give that tree a proud send-off. Here are some very worthy recipients if you’re wondering where to donate your real Christmas tree after the holiday season.
Where To Donate Your Christmas Tree After Christmas Read More »
Happy New Year! If you are looking for things to do on New Years Day with kids, sit back and let us help you out! Active Parents has put together a list of great options because not everything is closed!
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Looking for New Year’s Eve at-home ideas? Want to throw a new years eve party for kids? We’ve got you covered from decor to food to ways to celebrate midnight with little people who can’t stay up that late!
Adult and Kid-Friendly New Year’s Eve At Home Party Ideas Read More »
Here is how to track Santa’s sleigh as it makes its way through the night sky, delivering gifts to children around the world who celebrate Christmas.
The Easiest Way To Track Santa’s Sleigh with NORAD Read More »
Cross-Country skiing in the Halton and Hamilton areas is a great way to get outside and be active, all while maintaining a safe physical distance. Here’s where you can cross-country ski near you.
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The holidays are all about spending time with families and friends — but that doesn’t mean you have to spend that time…at home! Whether you have to shift your Christmas dinner plans or you don’t celebrate Christmas, there are still a lot of fun things to do on Christmas Day.
Things To Do On Christmas Day: 20+ Activities You Will Love Read More »
Kids will love walking or driving by Christmas Houses in Burlington and Hamilton (and beyond) when they have a mission to complete! Print these scavenger hunts and see how many of the items they can find.
Christmas Lights Scavenger Hunts For All Ages Read More »
It’s the time of year to visit a Christmas Tree Farm to bring home your holiday centrepiece. Choose to cut your own tree or buy one that’s pre-cut and ready to tie to the roof of your car.
Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree Farms Near Burlington and Hamilton Read More »
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Our Map to the Best Decorated Christmas Houses has been wowing families all over the region. Easily find the best-decorated homes with our map, driving routes and photo gallery!
Map of Christmas Lights in Burlington, Hamilton and Beyond Read More »
Hamilton families have plenty of choices when it comes to martial arts for kids. Help children build strength, focus, and confidence while learning practical self-defense skills with these program providers.
Martial Arts For Kids – Hamilton, Waterdown, Stoney Creek Read More »
Have you ever been to a board game cafe? Here’s why your family needs to spend an afternoon at the Never Board Games Lounge in Hamilton!
Never Board Games Lounge Read More »
You can’t beat the feeling of happy mail and a surprise in your mailbox! We know the feeling! Give that feeling to your friends and family with these creative subscription boxes and services that you’re going to love to give and receive.
The Best Subscription Boxes in Canada To Give and Receive Read More »
We have some fabulous locations for snow tubing near us. All this snow makes now the perfect time to find a snow tube hill nearby and plan an exciting day on the slopes with your family.
8 of The Best Snow Tubing Hills in Ontario Read More »
Want to learn to skate? These ice skating lessons near Burlington, Oakville and Milton will have you gliding gracefully before you can tie your skates! Ice skating in the wintertime
Ice Skating Lessons For Kids and Adults Read More »
One of the ways our family counts the days till Christmas (besides my kids asking hourly “How many days till Christmas, again?”, is with an Advent Calendar.
9 Advent Calendars For Kids That Aren’t Chocolate Read More »
There is no better feeling than shopping at a local Christmas Market and finding that perfect gift for someone you care about. This list of local Holiday Markets near Oakville, Burlington, Milton, Hamilton and Niagara will help you do just that!
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Looking for a way to help your child grow stronger, more confident, and focused? Martial arts classes in the Niagara Region offer all that—and more! Kids of all ages can enjoy programs in karate, taekwondo, judo, kung fu, and more.
Martial Arts For Kids – Niagara, St. Catharines, Grimsby Read More »
Our family loves opening our stockings on Christmas morning. It’s like the pre-game show to the big present-opening party. Here are some of our favourite stocking stuffer ideas, and ones that come highly recommended by our community of parents like you.
80+ Stocking Stuffers for Kids of Every Age Read More »
Experience a joy-filled morning with one of the seasons most loved traditions – Breakfast With Santa! We know where you can see the big guy in red, while enjoying some delicious fare.
Breakfast With Santa Events Near You 2025 Read More »