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RMM Grade 3 World Bagpipe Championship Trip 2023
Have you ever heard a traditional Pipe Band? If not, it’s a sight and sound to behold, and when played at a very high level is both exciting and brilliant. The Robert Malcolm Memorial Grade 3 Pipe Band, based out of Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, is the “Junior Band” for the Simon Fraser University Pipe […]
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Family Easter fun in Ontario
Spring heralds the return of warmer weather, lovely flowers, and of course, Easter-themed events and activities. Kids of all ages love the spring sunshine, spending time with friends and all the chocolate treats they’re rewarded with at the end of a successful egg hunt. Your family is sure to have lots of fun at these […]
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Bound For Canada
Thursday, March 9th, 7pm, Winter Garden Theatre, TorontoBuy Tickets Here With music composed by the esteemed Odhrán Ó Casaide, Bound For Canada is an acknowledgement of the 175th anniversary of the perilous journey taken in 1847 by thousands of Irish Famine Migrants. The musical piece, created exclusively for Canada Ireland Foundation, also celebrates the compassion […]
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Canada Ireland Talk
Imbolc 2023 Canada Ireland Talk Imbolc 2023 Wednesday, February 1st, 5pm, Free Online EventRegister Here In celebration of Imbolc Canada Ireland Foundation is bringing together Her Excellency, Nancy Smyth, Canada’s Ambassador to Ireland and The Honourable Catherine McKenna for a conversation about women in leadership. Ambassador Nancy Smyth, is a career Canadian Foreign Affairs professional and public […]
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Connacht Fleadh Events
A major Fleadh Festival programme of events is planned for the centre of the town during the week leading into the Fleadh. PRO Eamonn Walsh said “We plan to make the Connacht Fleadh in Ballina a mini All-Ireland Fleadh with a 10 day festival programme running from June 23rd – July 2nd 2023. Walsh added […]
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Ireland set to honour St Brigid and celebrate spring
A new public holiday in February jointly celebrates St Brigid and the Celtic festival of Imbolc, which marks the beginning of spring. Traditionally, St Brigid’s Day and Imbolc are marked in Ireland on 1 February, but the new public holiday will fall annually on the first Monday of February (6 February this year). The holiday […]
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SHELBOURNE PARK GREYHOUND STADIUM
FÁILTE GO STAID RÁSAÍ NA GCON, SHELBOURNE PARK On your next visit to Dublin be sure to plan a Night at the Dogs? You’re in for a treat – there’s nothing quite like the buzz of greyhound racing. Grab your friends, family or co-workers and enjoy a night to remember at the dogs at Dublin’s […]
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Santa Claus parades in Ontario
The best way to kick off the seasonal holidays with your family is by taking your little ones to a Santa Claus parade. Toronto Santa Claus Parade | Destination Toronto Whether it’s your first time participating in this classic winter experience, or you’ve been to countless parades over the years, Santa Claus parades are the […]
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Dog Sledding in BC
With wonderful snow conditions, beautiful sunny winter days, and world-class ski resorts, BC’s Thompson Okanagan region is a popular destination for those seeking winter. If you’re looking for a truly unique and memorable vacation experience, go dog sledding with one of the region’s many operators. Here are three dog sledding adventures to choose from, courtesy of the staff at the BC Visitor Centre @ Merritt. 1. CANDLE CREEK DOG SLED […]
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Skiing and snowboarding in British Columbia should be among every mountain lover’s life goals.
THE OKANAGAN: THREE WELCOMING RESORTS IN THE HEART OF BC In BC’s interior are the ski-in, ski-out resorts of the Okanagan. Okanagan Lake runs north to south over 135 km (84 mi), providing just enough moisture to make for some remarkable, sunny powder days with featherlight snow. Apex is first up, situated just an hour away […]