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This dreamy Ontario park has a boardwalk trail and a swing bridge with a magical waterfall
It's a scenic hidden gem.
Fall is one of the most magical seasons in Ontario, with crisp leaves blanketing the ground, vibrant trees, and the smell of cinnamon wafting through the air.
It's the perfect time to get outdoors and soak up the scenery, and if you're looking for an especially enchanting spot to visit, keep this place in mind.
Belfountain Conservation Area is a stunning gem nestled in Caledon, about an hour from Toronto.
With colourful foliage, winding trails and beautiful river views, this park is a gorgeous place to soak up the magic of fall.
You'll find limestone cliffs, historic landmarks and wooden boardwalks that follow the river through the scenic landscape.
One highlight is the suspension bridge, which hangs beside a cascading waterfall. As you cross, you can admire the vibrant autumn leaves surrounding the gorge while listening to the water rushing below.
To reach the falls, take either the Gorge Trail or the Riverside Trail, a boardwalk path with scenic lookouts, from the parking lot. Keep in mind that the Gorge Trail is rated difficult, so be sure to wear sturdy footwear and come prepared for a more challenging hike.
There's more to discover around the conservation area, including a historic fountain, the Yellowstone Cave, and the Lucky the Fox statue.
After exploring the park, you can make your way into the nearby hamlet, where heritage buildings, little shops and quiet streets make for a cozy autumn day.
With roots dating back to the early 19th century, Belfountain has lots of small-town charm, and the surrounding fall foliage adds an extra layer of beauty. It's a quaint place to spend an afternoon taking in the scenery and browsing the local shops.
It just isn't fall without a cozy drink, and there are several cute cafes that will have you feeling like you're in an episode of Gilmore Girls. Higher Ground Café and The Belfountain Café are worth popping into if you're after a sweet treat and warm drink.
You can also enjoy a self-guided heritage walking tour, which takes you past old-world buildings and hidden gems that will whisk you away to another era.
For more fall hikes, you can head to Forks of the Credit Provincial Park, where you'll find stunning trails and another picturesque waterfall. Don't forget to make a reservation in advance.
Reservations for Belfountain Conservation Area are available online until October 25, so start planning that magical fall outing.
Belfountain Conservation Area
Price: $8.50 per adult
When: Until October 25, 2026
Address: 819 Forks of the Credit Rd., Caledon, ON
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Montreal demonstrators denounce police violence amid misconduct allegations
Montreal demonstrators denounce police violence
THE CANADIAN PRESS/Charlotte Glorieux
Several dozen demonstrators gathered in downtown Montreal to denounce police violence, amid renewed scrutiny of misconduct allegations involving city police officers.
The protest at Phillips Square, a public square along one of Montreal's busiest shopping streets, was initially organized in solidarity with student demonstrators in France.
But speakers also condemned police violence in Montreal and the treatment of vulnerable people.
The rally came a day after Montreal police confirmed that two officers had been suspended amid misconduct allegations, including a report that one allegedly urinated on a person experiencing homelessness.
Frédéric Audet, a spokesperson for a Université de Montréal student association, denounced police violence against student protesters in France and Quebec.
Indigenous activist Émilie Fleming-Dubé also addressed the crowd, denouncing police violence against marginalized communities and calling for greater attention to homelessness.
Meanwhile, hundreds of thousands of people took to the streets across France on Saturday to protest rising living costs and deteriorating school conditions, with clashes between police and demonstrators leading to about 400 arrests.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 17, 2026.
-- with files from the Associated Press
By Charlotte Glorieux | Copyright 2026, The Canadian Press. All rights reserved.
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Expert says bus model involved in deadly Calgary crash considered ‘extremely safe’
Bus in Calgary crash considered safe: expert
An expert on low-carbon transportation says the roughly 1,000 compressed natural gas buses running in Canada are still considered “extremely safe” after one such bus was involved in a deadly crash in Calgary that claimed the lives of three people.
On Thursday, a chain-reaction crash happened when a transit bus hit several vehicles before rear-ending a parked bus, igniting an explosion that also left more than a dozen others injured.
Calgary police said one officer was taken to the hospital with injuries after running towards a bus as fire erupted.
One of the 12-metre-long buses involved in the crash was powered by compressed natural gas, a kind of fuel considered cheaper and more environmentally friendly than diesel gas.
Buses that run on compressed natural gas are common in public transit and have been in operation for the past two decades, said Josipa Petrunic, president and CEO of Canadian Urban Transit Research and Innovation Consortium (CUTRIC), a national non-profit focused on low-carbon transit research and planning.
“It's considered extremely safe technology, so we all need to find out what happened to create an unsafe environment in a crash situation,” Petrunic said.
There are 958 compressed natural gas-powered buses operating in Ontario, Alberta and B.C., according to a CUTRIC database report.
Petrunic said there are several heavy-duty safety mechanisms involved in building these buses, including a series of tools and technologies designed to manage leakage and reduce the risk of fire. Their tanks are also designed to withstand heavy impacts.
Usually, the most unsafe part of these buses, and any form of public transportation, is the lack of seatbelts, Petrunic said.
A spokesperson from Nova Bus confirmed that it was the manufacturer of the bus that was rear-ended in Thursday’s crash and the company is in contact with Calgary Transit.
The spokesperson also said that it was “premature to speculate on the cause before a thorough investigation has been completed.”
“Safety remains Nova Bus's highest priority, and we are offering our full cooperation to Calgary Transit and the relevant authorities as they work to establish the facts.“
Calgary Transit procures its buses from manufacturers that go through Altoona testing, a rigorous certification process for any new bus model to assess its durability and reliability before being rolled out into their fleet, said Petrunic.
The agency has nearly 250 CNG buses, which represents about 20 per cent of its fleet, according to the agency’s website. The website says the city plans to buy about 150 more this year to replace diesel buses.
As investigators continue to look into the cause of the crash, Petrunic said industry leaders will be looking into what factors went into the collision.
“A series of events had to have occurred in tandem for this cataclysmic event to occur leading to death,” said Petrunic. “A transit crash shouldn't result in passenger deaths.”
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 17, 2026.
By Sadeen Mohsen | Copyright 2026, The Canadian Press. All rights reserved.
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6 dépenses que la Ville de Montréal peut payer à ta place en 2023
Tu peux te faire rembourser plusieurs produits! 🤑
Oui, vivre en ville peut coûter cher. Avec la hausse des loyers, les prix en épicerie qui grimpent et les factures des restos qui peuvent nous surprendre une fois le repas terminé, les fins de mois sont parfois quelque peu ardues. Question de redonner un peu à la communauté et d'encourager certains gestes, il existe des subventions et de l'aide financière que tu peux demander à la Ville pour te permettre de réduire tes dépenses annuelles.
Eh oui, dans le cadre d'un programme de transition écologique, la Ville de Montréal offre des rabais de 50 % sur plusieurs produits réutilisables du quotidien. Tu peux aussi obtenir une carte qui te permet de bénéficier de toutes sortes de rabais sur des entrées et des services. Si tu désires faire le grand saut et acheter une demeure, sache aussi qu'il existe un programme pour réduire certains coûts inclus avec l’achat. Bref, tu peux tirer profit de différents avantages. Il faut juste les connaître, puis en faire la demande!
Les couches lavables pour bébé
Pour les petites familles, quelques produits d'hygiène réutilisables pour bébé sont remboursables par la Ville, et ce, dans certains arrondissements. Ainsi, si tu fais l'achat de couches et inserts (en achat ou en service de location), de culotte d'entraînement ou de couches-maillots, tu pourrais te faire rembourser 50 % de ta facture d'un minimum de 50 $. Les parents peuvent se faire rembourser jusqu'à 180 $ maximum par année. Une preuve de résidence et d'achats est requise pour faire la demande.
Pour faire ta demande de subvention
Les produits d'hygiène féminine
Dans le but d'encourager la transition écologique, la Ville rembourse 50 % des coûts de produits hygiéniques féminins, mais, encore une fois, seulement les réutilisables. Si tu utilises des coupes menstruelles, culottes, des serviettes ou éponges hygiéniques lavables ou que tu achètes des tissus pour confectionner des serviettes hygiéniques, tu peux demander un remboursement sur une facture de 60 $ maximum, et ce, au deux ans seulement. N'oublie pas de vérifier si ton arrondissement te permet d'en faire la demande.
Pour faire ta demande de subvention
Les culottes pour fuite urinaire
Vivre avec un problème d'incontinence peut être un stress au quotidien. C'est pourquoi la Ville offre aux personnes qui vivent avec ce genre de tracas de rembourser une partie du coût des culottes réutilisables pour fuite urinaire ou des couches pour adulte. Ainsi, 50 % des frais sont indemnisés, pour un maximum de 75 $. La facture présentée devra aussi être d'un minimum de 30 $ pour que ce rabais puisse s'appliquer. Ce n'est pas tous les arrondissements à Montréal qui offrent cette subvention, alors n'hésite pas à vérifier sur le site Internet de la Ville.
Pour faire ta demande de subvention
La carte accès Montréal
La carte Accès Montréal te permet de profiter d'une panoplie d'activités à rabais. Spectacles, tarifs réduits pour location de bixi, billets pour des parcs, loisir et sports, musées, tu peux même obtenir des rabais sur des entrées pour le spa! La carte est au coût de 9 $ et peut être demandée en ligne ou en personne dans les bureaux d'Accès Montréal.
Pour en faire la demande
Un arbre à bas prix
Afin de verdir Montréal, la Ville offre la possibilité à ses résident.es d'acheter des arbres à planter sur leur terrain, et ce, à faible coût. Bonne nouvelle, ce programme est offert dans tous les arrondissements de l'île.
« Vous pouvez choisir votre arbre parmi une quarantaine d’essences offertes à bas prix », peut-on lire sur le site Web de la Ville. Il y a même, dans certains secteurs, la possibilité de demander une livraison et un service de plantation à petit prix. Pratique si tu avais justement besoin d'un peu d'ombre dans ton jardin.
Pour en faire la demande
Programme d'acquisition d'une première maison
Si tu rêves de t'acheter une maison dans la métropole, mais que tu clignes des yeux à la vue des chiffres exorbitants sur les pancartes d'annonce immobilière, sache que la Ville offre la possibilité d'obtenir une aide financière pour les premier.ères acheteur.euses. Les bénéficiaires du programme pourraient ainsi acquérir un montant forfaitaire à l'achat d'une propriété neuve et un remboursement des droits de mutation si la propriété est déjà existante.
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