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Announcing the Grand Re-Opening of the Canadian Museum of Aerospace Defence Follow Canada's contributions throughout the evolution of air and...

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Did you Know?

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John Ferguson is considered the founder of North Bay. He arrived in 1882, on the Lucy Dalton, the first steam locomotive to visit North Bay. Upon his...

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Cool Fact!

The North Bay General Hospital was the first in the world to perform a tele-robotic surgery, in which the patient was at the hospital in North Bay...

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Did you know?

A diverse variety of products are manufactured in North Bay - including the world's FIRST fuel-cell powered locomotive!

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Now that's a lake!

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Did you know? North Bay's Lake Nipissing, with a surface area of 873.3 km2, is more than 2x the size of Barbados (with a total area of 430km2)! Other...

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A Peek Inside the '50s...

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North Bay...is proud of its Black Hawks! Crepes for only 33 cents! Learn more about the history of North Bay and area. Visit the Discovery North Bay...
Vacation Ideas

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And...Action!

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North Bay is a place for entertainment of all sorts... From symphonies, to live stage productions, to concerts and magic shows, artists and art...

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For the Art Enthusiast!

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Arts and culture in North Bay are beaming now more than ever. Here you'll find museums, artist collectives, live theatre and music of all...

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Spring Ahead!

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Relax and Recharge Spend a relaxing day in North Bay by starting the morning off at one of several spas in town. Choose a massage, body wrap,...

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Explore & Discover

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Relive the past at one of North Bay's historic museums. The Dionne Quints Museum (May-October) tells the unique story of the celebrated and...

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For the History Buff

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For those who would like a peek into the past... There are lots of facts and stories to discover in North Bay. Whether you are uncovering the myths...

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For the Really Young

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Explore away! With countless parks, beaches and attractions, the youngsters will be on the go for the whole day. Taking a tour of the Discovery...
Itineraries To Go

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North Bay's Downtown & Waterfront T...

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Starting Point: Corner McIntyre and Fraser Street The Empire Retirement Living Centre was formally known as the Empire Hotel. Accented with...

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In it for the Long Haul

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These are the buildings that have been a part of North Bay for nearly a century and are rich with history and interesting tales about the area and...

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A Travel Through Time

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Did you know... North Bay is one of only 2 locations in North America for the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD)? Or that North Bay is...

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Romantic Winter Weekend Getaway

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Take a Time-Out... A busy life and demanding schedule is a challenge for any couple. Beat the winter blues and plan a romantic weekend getaway in...
Travel Adventures

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Our History of the Winter Carnival

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From Dog Races to Log Chopping... Held at lakeside at Sunset Park, the North Bay Winter Fur Carnival - Canada's largest winter carnival, ran from...

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Anchors Aweigh!

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Lake Nipissing, one of the largest lakes in Ontario, is home to a number of unique features. Mysterious islands, more than 40 different...

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Through the Lens...

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How do you envision what doesn't exist? For film producers and directors, every facet of a story must be carefully lifted from the page. These...

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Beginnings of a Local Landmark

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The History of the Capitol Centre The property upon which the Capitol was built was purchased in 1927 by Louis Rosenbaum, a Sturgeon Falls...

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Shad what?

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Special visitors... For 2-3 weeks every summer, the City of North Bay is graced with Lake Nipissing's most infamous characteristic - Shadflies. To...

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Northern gems not all that "norther...

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Not that far away... Northern Ontario sounds so far away that some places in what is traditionally defined as the North, market themselves as being...
Testimonials

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A Great Visit!

I would recommend it to friends and family! I would also go back again! (I really have to like a place to go back)   - Colin, Toronto  

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Sail Away!

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I had a great time learning how to sail through the Blue Sky Sailing Club's pinch hitter course. My instructor, Henry, was a patient and encouraging...

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Take a hike....a haunted one!

The Downtown Haunted Hike is seriously cool. The stories were creepy, we got in a good walk and our guide even wore a vampire cape! Tray - Powassan,...

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Summertime in the Bay

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I really like North Bay. The summer months are beautiful and I loved spending time by the lake, I can definitely see why so many people make the...

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A Very Special Place!

I was so grateful to have a chance to see the reopening of the Canadian Museum of Aerospace Defence. It's one of the first times that I've been to a...

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Even Cameras Flock to the Bay

"What a friendly place" - Robert , Director of 'That Beautiful Somewhere'    
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About Northern Ontario

Northern Ontario is big.

Towering old growth forest, lush wetlands, world renowned coastal vistas, thundering white water and cascading falls, landscapes beyond compare, that's Northern Ontario. White tail deer, bald and golden eagles, lake trout and brook trout, moose and bear and all manner of wildlife can be found in our fabulous out doors, that's Northern Ontario. Four seasons of changing landscapes and colours to inspire the poet and painter, that's Northern Ontario. Fabulous five star restaurants and accommodations, interesting and unique boutiques, unrivalled attractions and festivals, casinos, horse tracks, hockey and more, that's Northern Ontario.

What is Northern Ontario like? Like no place else. So come to Northern Ontario and experience the bigness of life.