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Things to Do in Canada 227
Fathers's Day
Good morning!
Did you know? Father’s Day wasn’t officially recognized in Canada until the 1950s, even though it had been celebrated informally since the early 20th century. It gained popularity thanks to the influence of American culture and marketing, especially from greeting card companies and department stores. Today, it’s one of the most popular days for grilling, outdoor activities, and travel in Canada.
Speaking of Father’s Day, it’s just around the corner, so for the 227th edition of the Weekly Goose, we’re giving you 5 Father’s Day “gift ideas”, a Parks Canada giveaway, and more!
Enjoy!
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5 Things to Do for Father’s Day
Not sure what to do or what to give this Father’s Day? We thought we’d make it easier by giving you 5 fun ideas!
1. Give Dad the Gift of Adventure
If you’d like to tie in a physical gift with adventure, particularly in Alberta, check out our Alberta Adventure Scratch-Off Cards, which are the perfect way to explore the best of the province—waterfalls, hikes, hidden gems, and more—all waiting to be revealed.
There’s still time to get them before the big day, but don’t wait. Use code “dad” to save 15%!
2. Go Whale Watching
Canada is one of the best places to go whale watching, and it can be such a great experience to share with your father. If you live near the sea or are willing to travel to one of the many seaside destinations, here are some of the best tours…
3. Take Him on a Flightseeing Tour
With so many incredible landscapes and cities, there are so many flightseeing tours that will blow your mind. We’ve flown over Niagara Falls, Ottawa, and the Rocky Mountains, just to name a few. Here are some of the best…
4. Take Dad on a Local Tour
While you may think you know the place you live, there’s a good chance you don’t. We’re often surprised by how many people don’t explore their town or city. If you live in a major city, there’s a good chance there’s a walking tour, food tour, brewery tour, or some other kind of tour that explores the city in a variety of ways. If there is, sign up for one and take your dad out for some urban adventure!
Here are some of our city guides to get started:
5. Attend an Event
While we can’t list all the events taking place across the nation, here are some ideas we’ve come across…
British Columbia
Alberta
Saskatchewan and Manitoba
Ontario
Atlantic Canada
Beaver Bites
Those looking to explore Canada this year will be happy to learn that meteorologists are forecasting a very warm summer. Just cross your fingers that forest fires don’t get in the way of a fun trip.
South Korea just got a new connection to Canada. T’way Air, South Korea’s leading low-cost carrier, will inaugurate its first North American destination with direct service between Seoul and Vancouver in early July.
Experience more than 1,000 summer concerts around North America for just $30.
Looking for a unique cocktail? Check out this list of Canada’s 50 best bars.
After enjoying a cocktail, why not take a stroll in one of Canada’s many beautiful gardens?
We love a good road trip, but we’ve never taken one with 900 people before. While that is physically impossible, the internet has banded together to make it happen virtually, co-piloting a virtual road trip across the U.S., one Google Street View frame at a time.
Now that “Airbnb’s” are slowly being banned in many popular cities around the world, it looks like the company is going to try and capitalize on experiences. Airbnb will let travellers book a range of new experiences in Canada and around the world this year, including gallery visits, menu tastings, and guided tours.
If you happen to be in Toronto this month, the Turns Up the Heat Island Eats Food & Travel Festival is taking place at Mel Lastman Square June 14-15. This free two-day outdoor event offers guests a vibrant celebration of the islands, with no passport required!
Just for Fun
Did you grow up in a small town? Bet it wasn’t as small as Tilt, Newfoundland! This little town has a population of 4, which is about to be reduced to 0 as they all move to the neighbouring town of King’s Point.
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