THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE THIS FOR MARCH BREAK

McGuinty Government Wants Families To Discover Ontario

 

 

NEWS

 

Ontario is encouraging families to rediscover the province this March Break at one of the province’s many tourist attractions.

 

Ontario tourist attractions, which play an important role in the province’s economic and social prosperity, will offer a variety of special programs and events for the week-long school holiday.

 

During March Break, Ontario families can learn about the sharks of Canada in London, explore live, interactive science exhibits in Sudbury, experience life as a 19th century soldier in Kingston, or discover their new favourite painting at one of the province’s many art galleries.

 

These are only a small sampling of the many attractions you and your family can enjoy during March Break.

 

QUOTES

 

"There’s no place like this,” said the Honourable Monique Smith, Minister of Tourism. “Tourist attractions invigorate local economies and raise the profile of our tourism industry. Ontario attractions offer plenty of choices for families to be together, experience something new, and have fun during March Break. I encourage families to explore Ontario and to enjoy all the exciting experiences this province has to offer.”

 

- Monique Smith, Minister of Tourism

 

 

QUICK FACTS

 

• 300,000 people in Ontario are directly or indirectly employed by the tourism industry.
• It is estimated that every $1 million spent by visitors to Ontario creates about 14 jobs and generates $533,400 in wages and salaries in the province. 

 

LEARN MORE

 

For more ideas on what to do for the March Break, visit www.ontariotravel.net.

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Contacts:
Lisa DiLollo, Minister’s Office, 416-325-4543.
Mark Thompson, Communications Branch, (416) 325-8391