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As the largest city in Canada, there isn't much Toronto doesn't have to offer the tourist looking for an exciting city getaway.
Culturally, Toronto is home to the Royal Ontario Museum, the Art Gallery of Ontario and the National Ballet. Toronto is also Broadway north, featuring a number of locally produced and touring large scale musical productions that are sure to please anyone.
For the sporting fan, Toronto is home to the NHL's Maple Leafs, Major League Baseball's Toronto Blue Jays and the CFL's Toronto Argonauts. Toronto is also home to the Canadian Grand Prix every summer, and has a number of minor league sporting teams to take in. Don't forget to check out the Hockey Hall of Fame, located in Toronto's exciting downtown area.
Toronto's nightlife is second to none featuring nightclubs of all sorts and dining in every culture imaginable. Naturally beautiful as well, Toronto is also just a short drive the eighth wonder of the world, Niagara Falls. You name it and Toronto can offer it.
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Montréal, the Paris of North America, is aptly named as it is the largest French speaking city in the world, next to Paris. With a population of 3,359,000 people, it's also the second largest city in Canada next to Toronto.
Standing atop of Mount Royal gives you a great glimpse of this diverse city, but it's from up close that you really notice the cultural gem that Montréal is. With over 20 museums in the downtown area, great shopping both outdoor and in the underground city, and scrumptious food available to sample, Montréal is a great place to visit. It's also home to the NHL's legendary Montréal Canadiens ands the CFL's Montréal Allouettes.
In the summer, Montréal opens up to some of the world's finest entertainers at the internationally acclaimed Montréal Jazz Festival and the Just For Laughs Festival.
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With a population of two million people, which is almost half of the entire population of British Columbia, Vancouver is one of the largest cities in Canada. With so many people and such a vibrant culture, there is no shortage of things to do in this urban paradise.
Walk along the sea wall to the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre and explore the creatures of the deep in this world-famous aquarium located in beautiful Stanley Park. Walk one of the country's highest suspension bridges across a scenic river valley at Capilano Suspension Bridge and Park. Or, take in the gondola at Grouse Mountain for a great view of this spectacular city.
In summer, the HSBC Celebration of Light fireworks competition at English Bay features the best fireworks shows from around the world. Entrants compete with amazing displays that are sure to light up the city!
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The capital of Nova Scotia is home to the world's second largest natural harbour. This is also the site of Canada's first permanent British settlement, founded in 1749. These are just a few of the interesting historical sites and facts you'll find in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
If history and geography isn't your cup of tea, a walk down the waterfront will make you realize just how pretty this city is. You can also take a short drive on the scenic Nova Scotia coast, enjoying picturesque fishing villages and even stop by the world famous Peggy's Cove. If you love comedy, don't miss the Halifax Comedy Festival, one of the premiere comedy festivals in Canada.
Halifax is also a world class whale watching area. Visitors the world over are struck by the natural beauty of Minkie, Fin and Humpback whales in their natural habitat as well as dolphins, seals and bluefin tuna. Fishermen will love the deep sea fishing for Atlantic Cod, Mackerel and Pollock.
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