Ottawa, ON, Canada

September

Whether you’re involved in the massive return to school (either yourself, or your family), or getting ready to party it up with the crazy frosh weeks that welcome thousands to Carleton and Ottawa U, September certainly gets off to a wild start.

The highlight of September is attending one of the many Country Fairs held all around the boarding villages on the outskirts of the city.  If you’re trying to decide which one to visit, I’d recommend the Richmond Fair, Metcalfe Fair, and Carp Fair as must-sees.  Lots of yummy food, tasty sweet treats, rides, games, competitions and of course there are the animals to see

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May

Jam packed with things to do, May is when the capital really kicks into full swing! The May weather is great, and daylight saving’s has come into effect, so the bright day light is to die for! Nothing beats this time of year with everyone out in their gardens, BBQ’s ready to go, and the first official holiday of summer with May 2-4 (24th of May long weekend) just around the corner. Who cares about work, let’s get outside and play!

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January

Well, there’s not too much going on in January in the Capital.  Everyone’s back to school and back to work, trying desperately to get back into a routine.  We’re all spending a bit more time at home, be it from the cold, bitter weather, or feeling guilty about Christmas spending, Christmas eating, and holiday drinking.

The obvious event of the month is New Year! which can be spent in any number of ways – but with most of the ski hills open by now, one of the best places to spend it is on the slopes! Try Edelweiss, Camp Fortune, or Mount Pakenham for a fresh, fit start to the New Year ahead!

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