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Christopher Mitchell

Christopher Mitchell is the Cofounder of Ultimate Ontario. He's visited over 80 countries, and has lived on 4 continents, but now has his eyes set squarely on exploring this incredible province, and helping others do the same.

The Riverwood Conservancy: A Hiking, Birding, and Gardening Oasis in Mississauga

The Riverwood Conservancy has a lengthy history that has made it a staple in the Mississauga community, but between its ambitious goals and even more ambitious volunteer force, it’s hard to not feel its best times may even be ahead of it! If you’re craving some time in the great outdoors, and a cacophony of …

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Dynamic Earth in Sudbury: Go Underground to Learn the Earth’s Story (& Visit the Big Nickel)

Dynamic Earth is the home of the Big Nickel, but it’s also home to a lot of other attractions and programming that not only shed light on billions of years of the earth’s history, but also tell the story of Sudbury’s mining history, and all with a very hands on approach. Sudbury has done a …

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illumi Mississauga: Come Witness the Largest Light Show on the Planet

illumi Mississauga is a dazzling light show that aims to provide a little something for everyone. Explore their “universes” at your own pace, and leave with no shortage of fantastic photos and great memories. Cavalia, the largest Canadian-owned cultural enterprise, certainly shoots for the stars with illumi Mississauga. When we pulled into the parking lot …

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The A.Y. Jackson Lookout Trail in Greater Sudbury: Take in the Wonder of High Falls & the Onaping River

The A.Y. Jackson Lookout Trail, located about 35 kilometres from Downtown Sudbury, is a gorgeous hiking loop that will appeal to lovers of the outdoors, Canadian art aficionados, and visitors with a fascination for geology. As you might guess, if the scenery was deemed good enough for one of Canada’s most famous painters to put …

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Visiting the Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory: One of the Largest Glass-enclosed Butterfly Conservatories in North America

The Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory, located a short drive from the Falls, is a recreated tropical paradise that is home to over 2000 different butterflies. This ever popular Niagara attraction is its own little world that you’re invited to step on into and enjoy. We’ve spent a lot of time in the Niagara Falls area …

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Kivi Park in Sudbury, Ontario: Almost 500 Acres of Northern Forest and Waterways to Explore

Kivi Park can aptly be described as an outdoor adventure playground aiming to showcase (and preserve) what makes Northern Ontario so special. It’s open year-round, and it aims to remind folks that the fun certainly does not stop after the first snowfall. In fact, quite the opposite. Kivi Park, located just south of the core …

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The Dufferin Islands in Niagara Falls: Secluded Greenspace in the Heart of the Action

The Dufferin Islands, located only a few kilometres from the Falls, offer a 10 acre quiet oasis for locals, tourists, families, and friends to take a moment and catch their breath. There are no shortage of footpaths and bridges to traverse and enjoy! When people are thinking about the Niagara Falls’ attractions that they want …

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The 13 Restaurants in Toronto That Now Have Michelin Stars

We’ve always known that Toronto has some incredible restaurants, and now that the Michelin Guide to the city has officially arrived, we can take a moment to celebrate that (and perhaps book a few reservations!) If you’re a longtime reader of Ultimate Ontario you’ll know that try to cover all angles of this province and …

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Visiting Hy-Hope Farm and Golf Course in Ashburn, Ontario

Hy-Hope is a family farm that has changed a lot in its nearly 50 years of operation, and is now known as a Durham Region hotspot for a fun golf experience, incredible baked goods, and a healthy supply of fresh fruits and vegetables. You’ll find Hy-Hope Farm and Golf Course in Ashburn, Ontario, and not …

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THEMUSEUM in Kitchener, Ontario: An Experiential Art & Technology Museum Perfect for Families

THEMUSEUM, at its core, aims to be a place where a million different ideas can co-exist, and each visitor, young or old, can establish a personal connection to them in their own way. It’s a place where families can go to experience a very different kind of kid-friendly museum. In our most recent visit to …

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