St. Catharines’ favourite Michelin-recommended butcher-bistro underwent an expansion in 2026. It now has a new bar and 90 seats inside, which triples its previous size — allowing it to host more patrons and reach greater heights of acclaim. “Most exciting? Seeing how people have responded to the space itself,” says Fat Rabbit’s Seana Smith.

Like the camping experience but want a little extra comfort? The oTENTik tents in the Frenchman Valley and at Rock Creek provide a spacious type of outdoor lodging that combines a tent with an A-frame cabin in one. They’re equipped with beds and furniture on a raised floor, blending the best of the outdoors with the comforts of their own home

Swedish ingenuity meets Eastern Canadian conditions. Whether you’re heading back to school, getting set for your commute or striking out on a leaf-peeping hike, the Helly Hansen Stockholm Backpack — available at Altitude Sports — is a must-have to protect your gear from coastal moisture this autumn.

Looking to experience a bona fide aquarium anchored in local marine life and research? The Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity is ideal for ocean enthusiasts. Located in the Steele Ocean Sciences Building at Dalhousie University, this immersive new destination, which opened in December 2025, allows visitors to explore the richness of marine life in local Atlantic waters. In addition to seeing live animals, visitors can peer through viewing ...

Before starting your hike across Buffalo Pound Provincial Park in the Qu’Appelle Valley, you’ll need fuel. Drop a pin on The Trailhead Café, which is located inside the visitor centre. Opened in mid-2025, the family...

Black female athletes have always showcased their power in athletics but continue to face inequities and inequalities in their sport. For many decades, Black women in sports have always dealt with criticism and struggles. There has been great progress throughout the last couple of years but it still has not been enough to leave a positive, lasting, and permanent change.

Throughout history, black female student-athletes face double discrimination with their race and ge...