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Step back in time with Oakville’s Black History bike tour

Thank you to the Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton for creating this self-guided itinerary Looking for safe ways to celebrate Canadian Tourism Week (May 23-30, 2021) at home this year? Dust off your bike and explore local Black History with the help of the Canadian Caribbean Association’s self-guided Oakville bike tour! Please remember to respect […]

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Oakville Film Festival…Meet the World Online in 2021!

Reposted from OFFA It’s time to grab your festival pass for this year’s Oakville Festival of Film and Arts annual Film Festival. An international roster of virtual screenings will be available to Canadians digitally June 23rd to 29th, 2021. Monday, May 17th, 2021 – OAKVILLE, ON – It’s time to pull out the popcorn maker […]

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Town of Oakville launches Anglers Taking Action with Seabins in Bronte Outer Harbour

Reposted from the Town of Oakville Innovative Seabin devices will help reduce the amount of plastic and debris in our waterways In an effort to keep our waterways clean, the town, in partnership with the Silver Salmon Community (SSC) will be installing two Seabin waste collectors at the Bronte Outer Harbour from May to October. As the name suggests, […]

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Visit Oakville Annual General Meeting

The Board of Visit Oakville is holding its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, June 23, 2021. Join us as we review accomplishments from the past year, and look forward to future plans. Details: Wednesday, June 23, 2021 Start: 2 p.m. This event will happen virtually. Attendees will be sent a Zoom link in advance. RSVP: docs.google.com/forms/ Apply for […]

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Apply to become a member of Visit Oakville’s Board of Directors today!

Visit Oakville is currently seeking applications from qualified candidates to sit on its Board of Directors. Submissions will be reviewed and selected by the Governance and Nominating Committee, with final approval by the Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting on June 23, 2021. Eligible candidates must work or live in Oakville and have […]

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Dar Nabati, Film.ca Cinemas and Howard Iron Works Printing Museum nominated for tourism award

Dar Nabati, Film.ca Cinemas and Howard Iron Works Printing Museum have been nominated for the Visit Oakville Tourism Excellence Award at the 26th Annual Oakville Awards for Business Excellence. This award recognizes an Oakville business that has contributed to the local visitor economy by: Marketing Oakville to visitors Attracting visitors to Oakville Providing an exceptional […]

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Rainbow crosswalks coming to Oakville to celebrate diversity and inclusion

Reposted from The Town of Oakville The Town of Oakville is pleased to announce its first ever rainbow crosswalks will be installed in town this June. On Monday night, Council approved the implementation and funding plan presented by staff to install three rainbow crosswalks at key locations within Oakville’s Business Improvement Areas, as recommended in […]

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Uncover the world of birding with this day-long outdoor itinerary

Oakville is a haven for novice and experienced birders alike, with hundreds of species calling this town home.  Grab your binoculars and your camera, and follow along with this one-day itinerary that will keep your eye in the sky.  Note: The suggestions below are based on information available in early April. Please double check with local COVID-19 […]

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Experience the best of biking with this one-day Oakville cycling itinerary

Keep your body and mind safe and healthy while staying home this spring by exploring Oakville’s cycling trails. Follow along with this day-long itinerary to explore Oakville’s natural infrastructure safely and responsibly.    Note: The suggestions below are based on information available in early April. Please double check with local COVID-19 policies and businesses to confirm if offers […]

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How to spend one day hiking Oakville’s extensive trail system

Oakville is home to an extensive 200km+ trail system that perfectly weaves through the town’s infrastructure.  Get lost in your own town for a day and immerse yourself in nature with our one-day “in the trails” itinerary.  Note: The suggestions below are based on information available in early April. Please double check with local COVID-19 […]

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