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  • National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

    National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

    September 30, 2021 marks the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day honours the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process. The creation of this federal statutory […]

  • Build it and they will come: CNIB Lake Joe reveals accessible soccer pitch for people with sight loss

    Build it and they will come: CNIB Lake Joe reveals accessible soccer pitch for people with sight loss

    Through the generosity of its members, the Synthetic Turf Council (STC) donated a fully accessible playing field, mini golf course and amenities to CNIB Lake Joe. Marking the STC’s very first international Community Service Project, CNIB Lake Joe hosted the dedication ceremony on Friday September 24, 2021. The STC aims to help create a limitless […]

  • Ireland is back open for business tourism

    Ireland is back open for business tourism

    It’s official: after over 18 months of disruption and inactivity, Ireland is back open for business meetings, conferences and events. September 21st 2021 marked the first in-person conference to take place since the easing of restrictions, where details on plans from Fáilte Ireland (the National Tourism Development Authority) to support recovery of the business tourism […]

  • 10 REASONS TO VISIT THE HIGHLANDS THIS AUTUMN

    10 REASONS TO VISIT THE HIGHLANDS THIS AUTUMN

    As the nights draw in and the cosy log fires are lit, where better to take an autumn break than in the Highlands? Gone are the long days of summer, but don’t despair. Autumn is truly a magical time in the Highlands. September often brings bright skies, dry weather, cosy evenings and many natural wonders – […]

  • Irish hike named among the world’s most beautiful

    Irish hike named among the world’s most beautiful

    It’s well known there are plenty of beautiful hiking trails around the island of Ireland, but now one has gained an edge to be named among the most beautiful in the world. The Dingle Way in County Kerry, a remote 162km long-distance hike around the breathtaking Dingle Peninsula, has been ranked among some of the world’s best. […]

  • Gaeltacht getaways offer a true taste of Ireland

    Gaeltacht getaways offer a true taste of Ireland

    Head to the Gaeltacht – the Irish-speaking parts of Ireland – for an immersive experience of a totally unique way of life. The Irish language runs through everything on the island of Ireland, from music and literature, to festivals, events, place names and even in the rhythm of the way English is spoken. But the […]

  • Take a trip somewhere into forgotten Ireland

    Take a trip somewhere into forgotten Ireland

    Outdoor adventure, tasty seafood, quirky shops, ancient castles and a magical shoreline – the coastal towns and villages of Dublin Bay promise unforgettable trips out of the city. Stretching from Malahide in the north to Bray in the south, the curving coastline of Dublin Bay provides a splendid setting for a string of charming coastal […]

  • Health and wellness experiences on the Wild Atlantic Way

    Health and wellness experiences on the Wild Atlantic Way

    For those who crave a little – or make that lots of – renewal and rejuvenation, Ireland’s wild stretch of Atlantic coastline is one of the best wellness destinations you could wish for. Whether you want to meditate on a clifftop, bathe in a forest, take a rainwater shower, join a yoga retreat or relax […]

  • Ireland’s wonders of nature – 10 of the best

    Ireland’s wonders of nature – 10 of the best

    Nature is one of the biggest draws to Ireland, and it’s no wonder. The island is crammed with dramatic scenery and a multitude of ways to encounter its magical wildlife. Here are 10 of the best places in Ireland to explore, love and appreciate the wonders nature.  1. Dolphinwatch Ireland’s mighty River Shannon opens into […]

  • Aer Lingus save $100 per ticket!!

    Aer Lingus save $100 per ticket!!

    Aer Lingus is offering $100 off* Economy and Business Class flights from Toronto to Ireland and Europe. At last, plan the getaway you want: UK, France, Italy, and more! Offer available exclusively at aerlingus.com. Use promo code IRELAND2021. Travel now through May 31, 2022. Book by Sept 15th. *Restrictions apply. https://www.aerlingus.com/plan-and-book/latest-offers/from-north-america/100-off-flights/?utm_source=ca_partners&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=lh_ca_to_dub_202108&utm_content=lh_ca_to_dub_202108_ca_partners