Pinterest unveils new campaign for the holidays featuring creators and celebrities

Holiday season has officially kicked off and our list of who we want to give gifts to is on our minds. Pinterest has unveiled a new campaign featuring some of today's most adored celebrities and creators. To find the perfect gift for everyone on our list, the sharing platform of brilliant ideas (yes, that's what I call it) has neatly pulled together some thoughtful and inspiring gift guides for our shopping ease. 

New product features will help users find all the gift ideas in one place seamlessly. What to expect?

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Contest: Netflix brings the holidays home & a giveaway!

The traditions of the holiday season are what my family looks forward to each year. The decorations, the endless baking of treats and settling into a few peaceful moments watching our favourite shows and movies. Netflix Canada has some oldies (and goodies!) as well as a few new ones to put us all in the holiday spirit. So, between your crazy shopping and holiday parties, we hope you have a bit of time to enjoy a few moments of peace! 

But wait! In the spirit of the holidays we're giving away a 6 month's subscriptions to Netflix Canada -- one for you and one to give as a gift! See the bottom of this post on how to enter!

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Google Maps and Search add business holiday hours

Unsure if your favorite restaurant or shop is open or closed this holiday season? Google is helping you out in this department by adding holiday hours of businesses. Businesses where holiday hours aren’t listed will show a warning message that alerts you that actual business hours might be different because of the holidays. If the shop you want to visit is indeed closed during the time you want to visit it, you can select the Open Now filter to see which shops or restaurant is open nearby.

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Santa Claus is coming to town...with a few apps!

Text and photos by Sonya Davidson

We were invited to get a sneak peek at Santa's Secret Workshop yesterday as Mr. & Mrs. Claus, along with their elves, were busy putting on the final touches to the colourful floats and costumes! On November 16th, Toronto plays host to the 110th annual Santa Claus Parade.

Thousands of kids and families line the streets of the city and millions watch worldwide. It's touted is the largest outdoor entertainment event for families in Canada. Over 30 floats and 21 marching bands will make this the biggest parade in Canadian history thanks to the new community partnership with Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE). 

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