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Extreme weather is cancelling more events in Ontario. What does that mean for the future of summer festivals?

July 21, 2026

Several outdoor events that have been cancelled throughout the region this summer due to unexpected weather conditions, including extreme heat, storm warnings and wildfire smoke. Some organizers say this is changing the way they think about event planning.



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