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Blending Innovation & Heritage at Doors Open Waterloo Region | September 20, 2025

Blending Innovation & Heritage at Doors Open Waterloo Region | September 20, 2025

Posted in Community, Featured, Tips & Advice

Explore heritage, science, and innovation at Doors Open Waterloo Region on September 20, 2025, with 23 free sites across Kitchener, Cambridge, Waterloo, and townships.

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Back-to-School Isn’t Just for Kids: Indigo’s plumTeacher Welcomes Teachers Sept 18–21, 2025

Back-to-School Isn’t Just for Kids: Indigo’s plumTeacher Welcomes Teachers Sept 18–21, 2025

Posted in English Tutoring, Featured, Tips & Advice

Back-to-school isn’t just for kids—teachers deserve fresh starts too! From September 18–21, 2025, Indigo’s plumTeacher Weekend returns with 20% off for educators. See Teachers on Call’s top #TeacherPicks to inspire your school year.

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Heritage & Lakeside Adventures: Doors Open Gravenhurst | September 20, 2025

Heritage & Lakeside Adventures: Doors Open Gravenhurst | September 20, 2025

Posted in Community, Featured, Tips & Advice

Gravenhurst returns to Doors Open Ontario on Saturday, September 20, 2025, offering free access to 10 heritage sites across the “Gateway to Muskoka.” Families can enjoy tours, hands-on activities, and lakeside adventures at landmarks like the Opera House, Gull Lake Rotary Park, and Muskoka Wharf.

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Curriculum Night Guide: Everything Parents Need to Know (and Why You Shouldn’t Miss It!)

Curriculum Night Guide: Everything Parents Need to Know (and Why You Shouldn’t Miss It!)

Posted in Featured, Parent Education Resources, Tips & Advice

Curriculum Night is more than just a school event — it’s your first chance to meet teachers, see the classroom, and learn what’s ahead this year. Here’s why parents shouldn’t miss it.

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Sights, Sounds & Stories: Doors Open London | September 20-21, 2025

Sights, Sounds & Stories: Doors Open London | September 20-21, 2025

Posted in Community, Featured, Tips & Advice

This fall, Doors Open London invites visitors to explore 40 diverse sites across the city. From museums and historic estates to dance workshops, pop-up theatricals, and musical performances, the “Sights, Sounds & Stories” theme celebrates London’s heritage and its distinction as Canada’s only UNESCO City of Music.

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Family-Friendly Heritage and Outdoor Adventures at Doors Open Aylmer & Malahide | September 20, 2025

Family-Friendly Heritage and Outdoor Adventures at Doors Open Aylmer & Malahide | September 20, 2025

Posted in Community, Featured, Tips & Advice

Discover Aylmer & Malahide’s historic churches, dairy museums, and scenic trails at Doors Open Ontario on September 20, 2025. Fun for all ages!

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Stories, Sites, and Surprises: Your Guide to Doors Open Simcoe County | September 13, 2025

Stories, Sites, and Surprises: Your Guide to Doors Open Simcoe County | September 13, 2025

Posted in Featured, Local, Tips & Advice

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Simcoe County at Doors Open Ontario on Saturday, September 13, 2025. From museums and historic churches to guided walking tours and hands-on family activities, this one-day event offers free access to sites that bring the county’s stories, architecture, and heritage to life.

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Explore The Friendly City: Doors Open Belleville Showcases 15 Sites of History & Culture | Sept 13, 2025

Explore The Friendly City: Doors Open Belleville Showcases 15 Sites of History & Culture | Sept 13, 2025

Posted in Community, Featured, Local, Tips & Advice

On September 13, 2025, Doors Open Belleville invites families to explore 15 historic and cultural sites across the “Friendly City.” From museums and community hubs to hands-on activities, this free event brings Belleville’s heritage to life for all ages.

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How Poetry Supports Youth Mental Health: Student Author Charlotte Collins and

How Poetry Supports Youth Mental Health: Student Author Charlotte Collins and "The Art of Moving On"

Posted in Featured, Hooked On Books, Tips & Advice

Poetry can be a powerful outlet for self-expression and healing, especially for young people navigating the challenges of growing up. In her debut collection "The Art of Moving On", Toronto student author Charlotte Collins transforms her experiences with depression, bullying, and grief into poems that illuminate resilience, identity, and hope.

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Costco Connection: Control the Clock with Back-to-School Tips from Teachers on Call’s Joanne Sallay

Costco Connection: Control the Clock with Back-to-School Tips from Teachers on Call’s Joanne Sallay

By Joanne Sallay

Posted in Community, Educational Technology, Featured, Parent Education Resources, Tips & Advice

In the August 2025 Costco Connection, Teachers on Call CEO Joanne Sallay shares practical back-to-school tips to help students build time management and executive functioning skills for success in school and life.

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