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Best Apple-Picking Orchards In The GTA

The Top Natural Playgrounds To Visit In Ontario

8 Ideas For Low-Cost Quality Time In Toronto

Where To Go Cross Country Skiing As A Family In The GTA

The Best Parks And Picnic Spots In Toronto

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- September 5, 2018
Best Apple-Picking Orchards in the GTA

Always a favourite family activity, apple picking is the perfect fall tradition. Here's a list of some of the best apple orchards near Toronto, many with plenty of fun activities happening, too.
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- July 19, 2018
Best Family Hiking Trails in Ontario

There are so many trails throughout Ontario to explore as a family, but we’ve curated a list of our top eight spots that even the tiniest of legs can manage.
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- July 18, 2018
The Top Natural Playgrounds to Visit in Ontario

There's been a rise in natural playgrounds in Ontario, and it's no wonder. They're fun and unique, and a recent study shows that incorporating natural elements into children’s play areas can actually help lessen depressive moods in young kids. Here are some of the best natural playgrounds in Ontario.
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- July 5, 2018
51 Things To Do With Kids in Toronto This Summer

We’ve combined some of our favourite activities with some new adventures to create a list of 51 ways to fill your summer days in Toronto with kids. Have a peek.
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- May 9, 2018
Where to Explore Caves with Kids in the GTA

Ontario caves are hidden gems and are so much fun to explore on family hikes. Some are quite well known, some require you to go on a treasure hunt to find, and others are known only by locals. Here are a few of our favourites.
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- April 22, 2018
12 Best Bike Paths in Toronto

Keep the car parked, oil up the gears and get the family gliding outside on one (maybe even all?) of Toronto's top bike paths.
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- April 18, 2018
Here’s Where to See Waterfalls Up Close in the GTA

You may be surprised to hear that the waterfall capital of the world—with over 100 waterfalls in the area—is this close to home.
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- April 10, 2018
6 Awesome Parks to Visit in Toronto

Here are six awesome parks around town that we think are worth making a special trip to, even if they're not in your own backyard.
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- March 28, 2018
8 Ideas for Low-Cost Quality Time in Toronto

If you’re looking for simple, affordable ways to spend time and actually connect with your kid, check out our list of fun things to do together around the city.
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- February 2, 2018
TORONTO’S NEWEST NATURAL PLAYGROUND AND SKATE TRAIL

We’re all about playground play – even in winter.
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- January 31, 2018
Where to Go Cross Country Skiing as a Family in the GTA

Cross-country skiing is so much more than just a sport; it's a nature experience, a family event, and an adventure. The fact that it’s easy to learn is an added bonus for this low-risk sport for all ages.
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- November 9, 2017
The Coolest Places to Have Winter Fun in & Around the GTA

“Winter fun” doesn't have to be an oxymoron. Here's how to embrace the season.
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- September 21, 2017
Best Apple Orchards around Toronto

It's fall, and that means—oh yes, it's time to look for a spot to pick apples and have some fall fun! We've searched out some of the lesser-known orchards to help you beat the crowds and have a lovely family outing.
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- August 31, 2017
The 5 Things My Kids Learned From the Solar Eclipse

Natural events such as the eclipse can be used as "teachable moments" for children There's nothing like a solar eclipse to get people talking.
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- August 8, 2017
6 Fun, Family-Friendly Farms in the GTA

Is there anything better than a little kid seeing a cow or goat up close for the first time? If you don’t know the answer to this, you need to get your own child to the nearest farm, pronto.
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- July 21, 2017
6 Beautiful Campsites Within a Two-Hour Drive From Toronto

If full-on Algonquin-style camping isn’t for you, you can still find some beautiful places to camp within a two-hour drive from Toronto. Here are 6 provincial parks not too far away from home to explore.
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- July 16, 2017
Best Family-Friendly Hiking Trails in the GTA

Looking to get some quality time outside with the family? Check out this list of great hiking trails in the GTA. Some are close, some are a little farther away, but all offer nature in abundance and a break from technology.
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- June 14, 2017
The Best Parks and Picnic Spots in Toronto

It's easy to head to your local playground, but this summer why not push the boundaries with a historic hike, a spot of culture, or some majestic scenery for your family's fill of Vitamin D? We've found ten must-try parks and picnic spots for all your low-key outdoor adventures.
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- January 16, 2017
The Best Toboggan Hills in the GTA

The snow may be on and off this winter, but when it's on, one of the most memorable and giggle-inducing activities you can do is to hit the hills and go tobogganing. Climbing those slopes is a great workout, it's low-cost fun, and the kids love it when we join in. Get out there and sled the sillies out!
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- December 6, 2016
10 Best Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks In Toronto

It's time to lace up those skates and hit the rink, now that winter weather has finally come for us.
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- July 28, 2016
A Kid’s Guide to Summer

Too often as parents we get caught up creating and curating the perfect to-do list for our families.
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- July 20, 2016
Top 10 Splash Pads in Toronto

Not every splash pad is created equal and you want to know before you pack up swim suits, towels, sunscreen, hats, blankets, water bottles and snacks that the destination is going to be worth it. So here is our round up of the ten best water play areas in Toronto.
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- August 21, 2014
Zip It! Treetop Trekking and Ziplining in the GTA

Check out advanced aerial adventures for youth and adults and fun treetop games and ziplines for the smaller set. Here's where to go ziplining with the kids in Toronto.
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- May 21, 2014
Walk For Healthier Kids

Moms are never too busy to give back to the community, but we do need to be reminded of how we can help from time to time.
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- December 4, 2012
10 Ways to Give Back in Toronto

It doesn't have to take the fun out of the season to instill a little bit of compassion in your kids this time of year. Here are 10 ways to give back in Toronto.
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- January 20, 2011
City Swooshing

Hit the slopes…close to town! These ski hills in Toronto and surrounding areas are great for families of varying skills or beginners looking to try out the sport.
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- December 6, 2004
10 Ways to Give, Not Get

Involve the kids in spreading some extra cheer by championing one of these worthy Toronto agencies and/or events. Find out more.

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July 4, 2018 Welcome to the world of being a working parent. One who drops off their kids well before the school

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Speech Milestones By Age: When Should Your Child Be Saying What

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Speech Milestones By Age: When Should Your Child Be Saying What

September 22, 2017

To help ensure your child is meeting their speech and language goals, we've put together a list of some communication skills by age.

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The Best Board Games for Families

March 31, 2017Some of our favourite board games, from the old classics to new inventions, that kids of all ages can play.

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