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Canadian winter wellness guide

A culinary journey through Quebec

November 01, 2024

Did you know? In 2024, daylight saving time in Canada ends on November 3 at 2:00 a.m., when clocks turn back an hour. Most provinces participate, but some regions, like Saskatchewan, stay on standard time all year. The practice, introduced in 1918, aims to maximize evening daylight during warmer months. (Canadian Encyclopedia)

LIVING
Canadian winter wellness guide

The leaves are falling, the days are growing shorter, and as they say on Game of Thrones—winter is coming! For newcomers to Canada, winter might sound like something to endure rather than enjoy. While it can be challenging, with shorter days and colder weather, you can still thrive.

Western University has put together a helpful guide on not just staying warm, but also maintaining both mental and physical well-being during the winter months. Here are some of the top tips:

1) Invest in proper winter clothing – This means warm layers like long underwear, sweaters, hats, scarves, mitts, and, most importantly, a quality winter jacket and boots. While it may be a bit of an investment, second-hand stores and online consignment options can help you save.

2) Take care of your physical health – Eating fruits and vegetables, staying active, and resting when you're feeling under the weather are all essential. For more information on winter sports you can try, check out Immigration.ca’s article “How to Get Into Winter Sports”.

3) Take care of your mental health – With less daylight, it can feel easy to stay indoors more. Make sure to build strong social connections and keep in touch with your feelings—try checking in with friends and journaling.

CANADA EH?
Things to do around you

Montreal is celebrating Mexican tradition with its Día de Muertos Festival. Honour your roots through various events, exhibitions, and activities across multiple neighbourhoods. November 1 to 3

Toronto’s CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre presents Mamma Mia!, the ultimate feel-good musical set on a Greek island, where a daughter’s quest to find her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the stage. Don’t miss this beloved show from October 8 to November 10

Vancouver’s North Shore invites you to Craft Beer Week featuring epic events at your favourite local breweries, with special collaboration brews, kitchen takeovers, themed food, games, and plenty of prizes. Don’t miss out from November 1 to 15

Join the Twilux Lantern Parade in Oxford Mills, just a 50-minute drive from Ottawa, featuring marching music, Flow dancing, and beats by local DJ Chris Endo. Enjoy live music and an all-ages dance party at Maplewood Park. November 2

Toronto: Ghost Tours, Walks & Paranormal Investigations invite you to explore haunted sites and eerie tales throughout the city. Join the chilling adventures that reveal the spectral history lurking in Toronto’s shadows. November 1 to 30

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TRAVEL
A culinary journey through Quebec

The Véloroute Gourmande is a 235-kilometer cycling route that winds along both paved and gravel paths, linking Montréal and Sherbrooke. You can start at either end, but here’s a taste of Suzanne Podhaizer’s journey from her BBC article, featuring can’t-miss foodie stops along the way.

🚲 Start in Montréal

📍Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu – Begin your culinary adventure with fresh local flavours 🥖🍇

📍Farnham – Enjoy cozy treats at Yamaska Café 🍪🥪

📍Granby – Sip at Absintherie des Cantons distillery 🍸

📍Eastman – Explore art and taste at La Station café and gallery 🎨🥗

📍Magog – Visit Taverne 1855 and relax by the lake 🌊

📍North Hatley – Treat yourself at Massawippi Mercantile with gourmet bites

🏁 Arrive in Sherbrooke – A picturesque city of rolling hills, autumn leaves and culinary rewards

ART & CULTURE
Celebrities you didn’t know grew up in Canada

Buzzfeed recently made a list of celebrities who you may not know grew up in Canada!

Matthew Perry — Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto 🌆
Famous for playing Chandler Bing on Friends, Matthew Perry grew up in Canada, living in Ottawa, Montreal, and Toronto. His mother even worked for former Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau, which led to an unusual childhood connection with Canada's current Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau.

Kim Cattrall — Vancouver 🌲
Although she was born in the UK, Sex and the City star Kim Cattrall spent her early years on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, from ages 0 to 11.

Brendan Fraser — Toronto 🏙️
Known for his roles in The Mummy series and The Whale, Brendan Fraser spent his teenage years in Toronto, where he attended Upper Canada College. This formative time in Canada helped shape his career path, as he started acting while living here.

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