When the Centennial Rose Garden opened in 1967, at the Royal Botanical Gardens, it was more than just a patch of pretty blooms—it was Canada’s centennial year, and this garden became a living tribute to growth and hope for the future.

When people think about weekend getaways or day trips in Ontario, Burlington often gets overlooked in favor of places like Niagara-on-the-Lake or Muskoka. But that's exactly why Burlington remains one of the province's best kept secrets — offering visitors a beautiful mix of lakeside elegance, a hint of European charm, and the ease of a well-connected city.