by Jane Canapini | Feb 15, 2024 | Ontario
Collingwood may be Ontario’s premier destination for those who love to hit the slopes in the winter, but even if you are not a skiier or snowboarder, there’s no reason why you can’t indulge in a little après ski fun! There are plenty of activities in Collingwood that are the perfect way to socialize with your friends and keep the day going, whether you’ve been outside enjoying nature, or just exploring the many attractions this town and area has to offer. Here are some favourite ways to après in Collingwood.
by Jane Canapini | Jan 4, 2024 | Alberta
“Don’t whistle at the Northern Lights”, warned Lilyrose, a 73-years-young Métis Knowledge Holder and Teacher at Métis Crossing Cultural Centre in Alberta. “Or the spirits will come down and snatch you!”
And so began our visit to learn more about Métis culture, and their connection to the land and the heavens at this one-of-a-kind cultural gathering place northeast of Edmonton.
by Jane Canapini | Dec 17, 2023 | Ontario, Toronto
“Passion and patience.” These were the two words that came out in answer to my question of what it took to become one of the Miniature Makers at Toronto’s Little Canada miniature world attraction. And after getting a behind-the-scenes opportunity to try my hand at building even a simple piece of this incredible 1/87 scale version of Canada, I can attest to the fact that both of these adjectives are built into all of the creative people who work here. But there’s also a whole lot more…
by Jane Canapini | Oct 27, 2023 | Alberta
When the sun sets on Jasper National Park’s stunning lakes and mountains, another side of this Park’s beauty reveals itself: millions of stars that light up the night sky in what is the world’s largest accessible Dark Sky Preserve. But those stars seem to sparkle even brighter come October, when this mountain town hosts its annual celebration of the night skies: the Jasper Dark Sky Festival.
