Category: Ontario

Hamilton is home to some of the most unique and beautiful landscapes and nature. It is located on the west end of the Niagara Peninsula. It features the Hamilton Harbour with the Niagara escarpment running through the city. The area is home to over 100 waterfalls and the Bruce Trail for hiking. What is special […]

Hydroelectric power, or water power, is a timeless, renewable resource that has fuelled Ontario’s economic growth since the beginning of the 20th century. Today, it accounts for more than one-third of Ontario Power Generation’s electricity production. How much of Ontario’s electricity is hydro? Hydroelectricity is generated by falling or moving water. It is a major […]

March 31, 1999. Ontario Hydro ceased operations on March 31, 1999. Its assets and functions were transferred by provincial statute to two commercial successor corporations, Ontario Power Generation Inc. Who split up Ontario Hydro? In October 1998, the provincial legislature passed the Energy Competition Act which restructured Ontario Hydro into separate entities responsible for electrical […]

Grade 12 may select up to two spares if they only need 6 or 7 credits to reach the 30 credits required for graduation. For the first spare, Grade 12’s select the blue + beside Study Period in their column of courses in order to fully complete their selections and then hit the Submit button. […]

There are 41 active mining operations in Ontario, most of which are located in Northern Ontario. Of the 41 active mines: Nine are base metal (nickel, copper, zinc) mines. How many abandoned mines are in Ontario? There are over 5,700 abandoned mine sites scattered throughout the province that exhibit over 16,000 mine features. Of these, […]

Fares Option Cost (current as of September 1, 2014) Cash $3.00 Tokens $2.65 Day Pass – Weekday $11.00 “Family” Day Pass – only good on Saturdays/ Sundays/ Holidays $11.00 How much does the bus cost in Ontario? Cash Fare type Adult Senior (65+) or Youth (13-19) PRESTO $3.20 $2.25 PRESTO One-ride ticket $3.25 $3.25 PRESTO […]

90 Days. Visiting and Driving for Less than 90 Days If you are a visitor (tourist) in Ontario and wish to drive, you can do so for up to 90 days with a valid driver’s licence from your own country, state or province. Can a tourist drive in Ontario? Requirements for driving in Ontario Visitors […]

Size length: 18-25 centimetres (7-10 inches) weight: 0.23–0.45 kilograms (0.5–1.0 pounds) Ontario record: 1.7 kilograms (3.8 pounds) How big do crappie get in Ontario? The Ontario record crappie is 3.78 lbs. Average size on most Northwest Ontario waters crappies are found in are 1/2 to 1 lb. Where is the best crappie fishing in Ontario? […]

The temporary licence plate sticker must be attached to the upper right hand corner of your licence plate and will be valid for 10 days starting with the date issued. Can I drive around with temporary plates? Temporary registration proves you own your vehicle and have it registered; you’re just waiting for the official registration […]

for 10 days. The temporary licence plate sticker must be attached to the upper right hand corner of your licence plate and will be valid for 10 days starting with the date issued. Is there a grace period for license plate stickers in Ontario? Yes, your license plate sticker will always expire on your birthday. […]