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Cobequid Interpretation Centre
Stop here for good exhibits on the areas ecology and history. Climb a WWII observation tower for a birds-eye view of the surrounding area and pick up hiking information from the staff.The nearby Thomas Cove Coastal Trail is actually two 3.5km loops with great views across the Minas
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Fort Calgary Historic Park
In 1875 Calgary was born at Fort Calgary. The site today is occupied by a replica of a military barracks that stood here in the 1880s (the original fort has long since disappeared). The barracks acts as a museum of Calgary history from 1875 to the 1920s, with more than a passing no
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Royal Canadian Mint
Producing loonies to the tune of billions of dollars, this high-tech mint produces money for Canada and 60 other nations. Tour the pyramid-shaped glass facility to see how money is made (the greatest action occurs on weekdays). It is 9km southeast of the center.
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Frelighsburg
A few miles from the Vermont border, this village makes a pleasant stop along the Eastern Townships Route des Vins (Wine Route). A cluster of stone and wood homes straddles the banks of the brook that runs through town, and the surrounding area is filled with apple orchards. Local
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Église Notre
Dating from 1688, and named for French victories over the British in 1690 and 1711, this is North Americas oldest stone church. It stands on the spot where Champlain set up his ‘Habitation,’ a small stockade, 80 years prior to the church’s arrival. Inside are copies of works by Rub
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Horseshoe Canyon
The baddest of the badlands can be seen at Hosreshoe Canyon, a spectacular chasm cut into the otherwise flat prairie located 17km west of Drumheller on Hwy 9. A large sign in the parking lot explains the geology of the area, while trails lead down into the canyon. There, stripey co
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Lac Brome
South of Autoroute 10, on Hwy 243, is the township of Lac Brome, made up of seven former English Loyalist villages. The main village of Knowlton is one of the most interesting and picturesque: its main street is lined with restored Victorian buildings, including many craft and gift
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Coombs Old Country Market
The mother of all pit stops, this sprawling food and crafts menagerie is stuffed with bakery and produce delectables. It attracts huge numbers of visitors on balmy summer days, when cameras are pointed at the grassy roof where a herd of goats spends the season. Nip inside for giant
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Wellington County Museum
Midway between Fergus and Elora, an austere, red-roofed former Poor House provided refuge for the aged and homeless for almost a century before becoming the Wellington County Museum in 1957. Historical and local modern-art exhibits extend through 12 galleries, displaying an obvious
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Val
Tiny Val-David was a major hippie mecca in the 60s, a hangover still apparent today. The village has two artisanal bakeries, jazz music in its cafes on summer weekends and more than its share of arts and crafts people. The Saturday morning Val-David Farmers Market , directly opposi
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Terrasse Dufferin
Perched on a clifftop 60m above the St Lawrence River, this 425m-long boardwalk is a marvelous setting for a stroll, with spectacular, sweeping views. In summer it’s peppered with street performers; in winter it hosts a dramatic toboggan run. Near the statue of Samuel de Champlain,
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Fort Henry National Historic Site
This restored British fortification, dating from 1832, dominates the town from its hilltop perch. The postcard-perfect structure is brought to life by colorfully uniformed guards trained in military drills, artillery exercises and the fife-and-drum music of the 1860s. The soldiers
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Miette Hot Springs
More remote than Banffs historic springs, Miette Hot Springs, discovered in 1909, are 61km (38 miles) northeast of Jasper off Hwy 16, near the park boundary. The soothing waters are kept at a pleasant 39°C and are especially enjoyable when the fall snow is drifting down and steam e
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Fur Trade at Lachine National Historic Site
This 1803 stone depot in Lachine is now an engaging little museum telling the story of the fur trade in Canada. The Hudson Bay Company made Lachine the hub of its fur-trading operations because the rapids made further navigation impossible. Visitors can view the furs and old trappe
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Fishing Point Park
The main road through town ends at Fishing Point Park, where a lighthouse and towering headland cliffs overlook the sea. The Iceberg Alley Trail and Whale Watchers Trail both lead to clifftop observation platforms – the names say it all. A visitors center–cafe and craft shop is als
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Railspur Alley
Seemingly far from the madding crowds of the Public Market – at least on summer days when every tourist in town seems to be there – this back-alley strip is a relaxing alternative. Youll find a string of unique artisan stores, from painters to jewelers. Be sure to check out the Art
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Fluvarium
The Fluvarium, a glass-sided cross-section of a living river, is located across the street from the CA Pippy Parks campground. Viewers can peer through large windows to observe the undisturbed goings-on beneath the surface of Nagles Hill Brook. Numerous brown trout and the occasion
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Ferry Building Art Gallery
Housed in a cute wooden heritage building, which was once a ferry terminal when transit boats plied the waters between West Van and Vancouver, this popular waterfront community gallery is well worth a look if youre in the Ambleside Park vicinity. Shows change once or twice a month
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Rogers Centre
Technically awe-inspiring, the Rogers Centre sports stadium opened in 1989 with the worlds first fully retractable dome roof and seating for up to 55,000 people. Tours include a brain-scrambling video-wall screening footage of past sporting glories, concerts and events, a sprint th
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Welland Canals Centre
For an up-to-date look at the canal, the Welland Canals Centre at Lock 3, just outside St Catharines, has a viewing platform close enough to almost touch the building-sized ships as they wait for water levels to rise or fall. You can check the ships’ schedules on the website and pl
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