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Power Plant Gallery
Easily recognized by its painted smokestack, the Power Plant gallery is at the Harbourfront Centre and is just that – a former power plant transformed into Torontos premier gallery of contemporary Canadian art. Best of all, its free and exhibitions change regularly.
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Parks Canada
Theres a small but essential museum and nature center in the train station along with the Parks Canada info desk. It has a good model of the fort and excellent information on the many creatures youve come far to see. Check for opening hours and any scheduled lectures.
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Pelee Island Winery Wine Pavilion
Enjoy the fruits of island life at the Pelee Island Winery Wine Pavilion. Regular tours are free at noon, 2pm and 4pm most days; special wine-and-cheese and wine-and-chocolate tours can be scheduled by calling. Check the website for details of their outlet on the mainland.
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Anna Leonowens Gallery
Off the pedestrian area on Granville St, this gallery shows work by students and faculty of the Nova Scotia College of Art & Design. The gallery is named for the founder of the college, who was immortalized in The King and I for her relationship with the king of Siam.
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Martyrs Shrine
This monument to six Jesuit missionaries who met their gruesome demise at the hands of the Iroqouis features a large lawn strewn with crosses and the imposing cathedral-esque Shrine church. Each year, thousands make a pilgrimage here to pay homage to martyred St Jean de Brébeuf.
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Fort Whyte
A vast, trail-laced natural site with an eco-focus; here you can spot bison, deer and other wildlife. Learn about sod houses and rent seasonal activity gear such as snowshoes and canoes for modest rates. Even better, in winter, toboggans are free. Its 13km southwest of the center.
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Laurier House National Historic Site
This copper-roofed Victorian home built in 1878 was the residence of two notable prime ministers: Wilfrid Laurier and the eccentric Mackenzie King. The home is elegantly furnished, displaying treasured mementos and possessions from both politicos. Dont miss the study on the top flo
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Sunset Lookout
An erstwhile fire lookout that operated between 1943 and 1978; you can still make out its foundations and the remains of cables that were once connected to the lookout’s lightning conductor. Today it acts as a splendid viewpoint dangling high above the forest and the Icefields Pkwy
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Maquinna Marine Provincial Park
One of the most popular day trips from Tofino, the highlight here is Hot Spring Cove . Tranquility-minded trekkers travel to the park by Zodiac boat or seaplane, watching for whales and other sea critters en route. From the boat landing, 2km of boardwalks lead to the natural hot po
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Olivier Soapery
This old-fashioned soap factory advertises its museum on what seems like every highway in New Brunswick. Its really more of a store, with tons of luscious-smelling hand-molded soaps, but it does have regular talks on the soap-making process and a few interesting historical displays
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BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop
In the same building as the BC Orchard Industry Museum, the knowledgeable staff at the BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop can recommend tours, steer you to the best wineries for tastings and help you fill your trunk from the selection of over 600 wines on sale from 90 local winerie
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Ste
This mountain village has a prime location on Lac des Sables. By the beginning of the 1900s, it was a well-known spa town. Later, famous guests included Queen Elizabeth who took refuge here during WWII) and Jackie Kennedy. Bateaux Alouette offers 50-minute cruises on the lake.
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Vale Island
At the mouth of the Hay River on vast Great Slave Lake, this island, linked to the mainland by a bridge, is the oldest and nicest part of town. Its an ensemble of rickety wooden buildings, rusting boats, freight trains and the driftwood-strewn town beach, 7km by road from downtown.
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Ross
Built in 1784, Ross-Thomson House belonged to well-to-do Loyalist merchants who arrived in Shelburne from Cape Cod. Furniture, paintings and original goods from the store are on display. The house is surrounded by authentic period gardens. Admission is free on Sunday mornings.
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Fanshawe Pioneer Village
Explore Londons history at the 30-building Fanshawe Pioneer Village on the eastern edge of town. Costumed blacksmiths, farmers and craftspeople carry out their duties in true 19th-century pioneer-village style. At the adjoining Fanshawe Conservation Area you can swim, walk and camp
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Alexander Keiths Nova Scotia Brewery
A tour of this brewery takes you to 19th-century Halifax via costumed thespians, quality brew and dark corridors. Finish your hour-long tour with a party in the basement pub with beer on tap and ale-inspired yarns. Note that youll need your ID. Kids are kept happy with lemonade.
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Fundy Discovery Aquarium
This aquatic center focuses on the local marine ecology; a 20,000-sq-ft aquarium has most specimens that are found in Bay of Fundy waters, including seals (feedings at 11am and 4pm), lobsters and sturgeon. Kids (and parents) love the touch pool reserved just for slippery skates.
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Newman Wine Vaults
Dating from the 1780s, these dark, cool wine vaults are where the Newman company aged its port until 1996 (when EU regulations forced the process back to Portugal). Guides used to give tours, but at press time they were on hold. The vaults often host music, literary and foodie even
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Native Canadian Centre of Toronto
This community center hosts Thursday-night drum socials, seasonal powwows and elders cultural events that promote harmony and conversation between tribal members and non–First Nations peoples. You can also sign up for workshops and craft classes, such as beading and dancing.
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Long Point Lighthouse
Long Point provides dramatic views of the coastal cliffs. Travel up the winding steps, worn from lighthouse keepers footsteps since 1876, and gawk at the 360-degree view. Located at the tip of the north island, its an ideal vantage point for spotting icebergs in May and June.
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