Orillia

Stephen Leacock, Canada's beloved humourist spent his most creative time in what he called Lake Simcoe Country. The museum is in the writer's historic former house.

This grand old building is at the corner of West St and Mississaga St. Professional theatre during the summer, concerts and educational programming throughout the year, and 200 performances presented by the local community.

Fun place where you can walk between the maple-trees and see the sap collection. There is a pancake and sausage restaurant, and tours with horse sleigh (wagon when no snow).

Considered the hub of art and culture for the city, plays an instrumental role in municipal cultural events. The museum occupies all four floors of the historic Sir Sam Steele Building, a landmark destination for residents and visitors. A collection of over 10,000 artefacts of regional historical significance features in a rotating exhibits schedule. On a separate floor is contemporary art space with exhibits featuring regional and international artists. The museum also features a designated education space and hosts activities including art-making and interpretive programming for children, artists, artisans, historians, etc.

Casino Rama is a hotel, entertainment and shopping complex on the lands of the Rama First Nations, on the eastern shore of Lake Couchiching, just outside of Orillia.

this festival is the longest running folk festival in Canada.