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‘Super Neighbours In Ontario’ visits all the great destinations available to Torontonians in the surrounding province of Ontario, many of which are just a stone throw away. We visit with the areas and the locals to find out where to stay and what to see when getting away from the city. |
Last week I took a trip down to South-Western Ontario for our latest issue of Super Neighbours in Ontario. I had been invited by Parks Canada to attend the annual Festival of Birds that takes place at Pelee National Park in Leamington, Ontario. Point Pelee is part of the park and it, along with Pelee Island, are the most southern points in Canada.
Photo: Google Map of Area
The National Park, and the town of Leamington, are on the coast of Lake Erie which is known for its Perch fish. Many of the restaurants in the area sell the local fish, all with their own spin.
The area is also the capital of tomato production. Miles and miles of tomato greenhouses line this area.
The region thrives off of the month of May, when all the birds return to the park and Birders (bird watchers) from around the world flock to this location to view the large range of birds and their mating rituals.
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Community & Culture covers a wide range of events and organizations that add to Toronto’s Awesomeness. We will explore the diversity that lives within our neighbourhoods, our people, and the things that help expose the culture we share. |
PINBALLAPALOOZA Started today at 9:00 am and runs until 6:00 pm tonight in an attempt at a GUINNESS WORLD RECORD for the most simultaneously played pinball machines in one venue. The event is presented by the Stratford Festival & First Canadian Place, the venue where it will take place. The event is in promotion of the opening of the rock musical TOMMY.
Photo: Pinball Machines
Pinball enthusiasts, the occasional advocate, or those looking to be a part of a strange historical event are told to come down and help break the record.
The record time is set for 12:40 in an attempt to get 100 pinball machines in use at once.
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Everyday we choose one photo from our Toronto Is Awesome Flickr Group and showcase it here for our readers. If you would like to submit feel free to do so. We will credit your account with the photo. |
Photo by Alden Cudanin / torontobefore.ca
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Community & Culture covers a wide range of events and organizations that add to Toronto’s Awesomeness. We will explore the diversity that lives within our neighbourhoods, our people, and the things that help expose the culture we share. |
One of the biggest TEDx conferences in the world is held here in Toronto each year. In September 2013 the event will be held for its 5th time in our city.
The first year the event brought only 100 people. Last year the event brought over 1000 individuals seeking to be a part of the now so popular event. Anyone can be a part of this event so if you are interested then you should learn more.
This year’s theme is “The Choices we Make” so every presentation will lead back to this central idea.
TEDx is still accepting submissions! Until Wednesday May 15th, 2013 you can submit your presentation ideas.
FOLLOW THIS LINK FOR SUBMISSIONS
