{"id":14631,"date":"2017-12-04T19:20:36","date_gmt":"2017-12-05T00:20:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aspire-canada.com\/?p=14631"},"modified":"2017-12-04T19:20:36","modified_gmt":"2017-12-05T00:20:36","slug":"the-aspire-canada-2017-holiday-bucket-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aspire-canada.com\/?p=14631","title":{"rendered":"The Aspire-Canada 2017 Holiday Bucket List"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_4304\" class=\"thread-body\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_4303\" class=\"body undoreset\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_4302\" class=\"email-wrapped\">\n<div id=\"yiv1356648991\">\n<div id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_4301\">\n<div id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_4300\" class=\"yiv1356648991WordSection1\">\n<h3 id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_6306\" class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><b id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_6305\"><span id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_6304\" lang=\"EN-US\">The Aspire-Canada 2017 Holiday Bucket List<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_6300\" class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_4298\" lang=\"EN-US\">When you\u2019re blessed to live in a country as beautiful as Canada, your holiday bucket list could include simply taking in all the local wonders of nature and architecture in your backyard.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_6301\" class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_6302\" lang=\"EN-US\">If you plan to take full advantage of this season by doing as many holiday activities as possible, then you&#8217;re in good company. If you\u2019re looking for some new holiday traditions, read further for our bucket list and for what makes this season the most wonderful time of the year!<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_6314\" class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_6313\"><span id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_6312\" lang=\"EN-US\">1. Make an All-Great-Canadian recipe and give to a friend or neighbor<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_6316\" class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_6315\" lang=\"EN-US\">We all have our own version of the All-Great-Canadian recipe that we share with family and friends. Food as a special gift can be comforting during the holidays. Package it nicely with gift wrapping and bows. Hand deliver it to your special someone. Nothing says \u201cI love you\u201d more than the sweet aroma of an oven baked treat, that\u2019s fresh and home-made and infused with love.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_6319\" class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_6318\"><span id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_6317\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"yiv1356648991Picture_x0020_1\" src=\"https:\/\/apis.mail.yahoo.com\/ws\/v3\/mailboxes\/@.id==VjJ-xC3g56CqfVecjA820eOeIHCKX6co7XyZFpz2AOls7Snvw-ubwKQ_ygyFhfieR3Ev\/messages\/@.id==ANxTfbwAAB7RWiWEnw7U4GME00A\/content\/parts\/@.id==2\/thumbnail?appId=YahooMailNeo&amp;downloadWhenThumbnailFails=false&amp;pid=2\" alt=\"http:\/\/cdn.theeverygirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/the-everygirl-holiday-bucket-list-1.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"1015\" \/><\/span><\/b><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><i><span lang=\"EN-US\">Source:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bbuq3LbFyU6\/?taken-by=feast_and_fable\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">@feast_and_fable<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/b><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">2. Drive Around and Look at Festive Lights<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">The beauty of Canada is all around us and it definitely starts with exploring the shimmering lights on various Canadian architectural symbols around you. \u00a0Whether you\u2019re in the nation\u2019s capital, Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver or elsewhere there is just no shortage of Canadian fantasy to get you in that true holiday spirit. To really explore what the holidays have to offer, get in your car and get ready to be\u00a0inspired by the\u00a0continuous strings of lights that have their own theme and purpose.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\">\u00a0Check out the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ottawatourism.ca\/events\/magic-lights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Magic of Lights<\/a>\u00a0in Ottawa: Nov. 17, 2017 \u2013 Jan. 6, 2018 a drive-through holiday light display. Nearly one million LED lights are spread over two kilometres, including a 200-foot light tunnel and large LED displays of your favourite winter characters like snowmen, elves and more.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\">\u00a0Join the fun Dec. 7, 2017 on\u00a0Parliament Hill for the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ottawatourism.ca\/ottawa-insider\/christmas-lights-across-canada\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christmas Lights Across Canada<\/a>\u00a0illumination ceremony, complete with carollers and hot chocolate. From then until Jan. 7, 2018, Ottawa\u2019s downtown streets and several monument sites are lit up with hundreds of thousands of dazzling coloured lights. Plus, don\u2019t miss the magical Winter Lightscapes show projected on Parliament\u2019s Centre Block!<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.ca\/url?sa=i&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=images&amp;cd=&amp;ved=0ahUKEwin8dr7zPDXAhVj44MKHY54AeAQjRwIBw&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wheels.ca%2Ftop-ten%2F8-of-the-best-christmas-light-shows-in-canada%2F&amp;psig=AOvVaw2zkW6rp3atIYfT6erZ8onL&amp;ust=1512485299863349\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"yiv1356648991Picture_x0020_4\" src=\"https:\/\/apis.mail.yahoo.com\/ws\/v3\/mailboxes\/@.id==VjJ-xC3g56CqfVecjA820eOeIHCKX6co7XyZFpz2AOls7Snvw-ubwKQ_ygyFhfieR3Ev\/messages\/@.id==ANxTfbwAAB7RWiWEnw7U4GME00A\/content\/parts\/@.id==3\/thumbnail?appId=YahooMailNeo&amp;downloadWhenThumbnailFails=false&amp;pid=3\" alt=\"Image result for christmas lights on parliament hill 2017\" width=\"808\" height=\"646\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">3. Make homemade hot chocolate (and infuse it with real Canadian maple syrup for some extra Canada zing!)<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Hot chocolate is a staple of Canadian winters and Christmas too. \u00a0Imagine curling up with the homemade variety that\u2019s infused with Canadian maple syrup? When I was younger I used to eat the natural cocoa fruit picked right from the tree in the Caribbean \u2013 so needless to say chocolate holds a special place in my heart. \u00a0Warm up to your own signature concoction by the fireplace with a good ole Christmas movie and enjoy!<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"yiv1356648991Picture_x0020_2\" src=\"https:\/\/apis.mail.yahoo.com\/ws\/v3\/mailboxes\/@.id==VjJ-xC3g56CqfVecjA820eOeIHCKX6co7XyZFpz2AOls7Snvw-ubwKQ_ygyFhfieR3Ev\/messages\/@.id==ANxTfbwAAB7RWiWEnw7U4GME00A\/content\/parts\/@.id==4\/thumbnail?appId=YahooMailNeo&amp;downloadWhenThumbnailFails=false&amp;pid=4\" alt=\"http:\/\/cdn.theeverygirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/the-everygirl-holiday-bucket-list-6.jpg\" width=\"764\" height=\"1050\" border=\"0\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><i><span lang=\"EN-US\">Source:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.goodlifeeats.com\/spiked-peppermint-mocha-hot-chocolate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Good Life Eats<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">4. Give Back to Your Local Community<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">The holidays also a chance to reach out and help those who aren\u2019t as fortunate. Choose your form of volunteering\u2013from donating toys to a toy drive to sending a care package to a specific family, your willingness to reach out to strangers will not only help them with their lives, but make you feel humbled for yours.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.google.ca\/url?sa=i&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=images&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=0ahUKEwi7qoj76_DXAhUBtxoKHVAXBUoQjRwIBw&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fsjc.marketing%2Fmonday-morning-coffee-giving-back-to-the-community-during-the-holidays%2F&amp;psig=AOvVaw0FwVC9b36CdIq23PwK9gaZ&amp;ust=1512493611458065\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"yiv1356648991Picture_x0020_17\" src=\"https:\/\/apis.mail.yahoo.com\/ws\/v3\/mailboxes\/@.id==VjJ-xC3g56CqfVecjA820eOeIHCKX6co7XyZFpz2AOls7Snvw-ubwKQ_ygyFhfieR3Ev\/messages\/@.id==ANxTfbwAAB7RWiWEnw7U4GME00A\/content\/parts\/@.id==5\/thumbnail?appId=YahooMailNeo&amp;downloadWhenThumbnailFails=false&amp;pid=5\" alt=\"Image result for give back to your local community at christmas\" width=\"804\" height=\"566\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">5. Go Ice Skating on the Rideau Canal (Sip Hot Chocolate and Eat Beavertails)<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Ice skating rink on the world famous Rideau Canal in Ottawa or Toronto? Take your pick. Nonetheless, you\u2019ll have fun simply holding the hand of the person you\u2019re with and sliding through this season in the most (hopefully) graceful way possible. Precarious balance or a fear of tiny, sharp objects? Opt for the childhood classic instead: sledding! It doesn\u2019t matter if you\u2019ve gone numerous times or only once, any activity that lets you bundle up in mittens and a cute headband is one we want to be a part of.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.ca\/url?sa=i&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=images&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=0ahUKEwjPpb3IzvDXAhUl0oMKHe4nCI8QjRwIBw&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ottawatourism.ca%2Fottawa-insider%2Frideau-canal-skateway%2F&amp;psig=AOvVaw0yXB8GxjSLqqYMQSJpXWIF&amp;ust=1512485733061689\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"yiv1356648991Picture_x0020_6\" src=\"https:\/\/apis.mail.yahoo.com\/ws\/v3\/mailboxes\/@.id==VjJ-xC3g56CqfVecjA820eOeIHCKX6co7XyZFpz2AOls7Snvw-ubwKQ_ygyFhfieR3Ev\/messages\/@.id==ANxTfbwAAB7RWiWEnw7U4GME00A\/content\/parts\/@.id==6\/thumbnail?appId=YahooMailNeo&amp;downloadWhenThumbnailFails=false&amp;pid=6\" alt=\"Image result for ice skating on the rideau canal ottawa\" width=\"807\" height=\"554\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\">\n<h3 class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">6. Purchase a sentimental ornament<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">In our family we have sentimental ornaments for loved ones who have passed away. Every Christmas we all have our own unique ornaments that we handpick to place on the tree in loving memory of our loved ones. Pick out a special ornament to place on your tree and infuse the holiday with extra special memories..<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"yiv1356648991Picture_x0020_16\" src=\"https:\/\/apis.mail.yahoo.com\/ws\/v3\/mailboxes\/@.id==VjJ-xC3g56CqfVecjA820eOeIHCKX6co7XyZFpz2AOls7Snvw-ubwKQ_ygyFhfieR3Ev\/messages\/@.id==ANxTfbwAAB7RWiWEnw7U4GME00A\/content\/parts\/@.id==7\/thumbnail?appId=YahooMailNeo&amp;downloadWhenThumbnailFails=false&amp;pid=7\" alt=\"http:\/\/cdn.theeverygirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/the-everygirl-holiday-bucket-list-13.jpg\" width=\"812\" height=\"800\" border=\"0\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">7. Visit a Real Canadian Christmas Market<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b>The Canadian Museum of Nature has a Christmas market with more than 90 food producers and artisans from the region will be on hand in the majestic Grand Hall to present their delicious products and unique handmade crafts.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"yiv1356648991Picture_x0020_12\" src=\"https:\/\/apis.mail.yahoo.com\/ws\/v3\/mailboxes\/@.id==VjJ-xC3g56CqfVecjA820eOeIHCKX6co7XyZFpz2AOls7Snvw-ubwKQ_ygyFhfieR3Ev\/messages\/@.id==ANxTfbwAAB7RWiWEnw7U4GME00A\/content\/parts\/@.id==8\/thumbnail?appId=YahooMailNeo&amp;downloadWhenThumbnailFails=false&amp;pid=8\" alt=\"The Canadian Museum of History Christmas Market\" width=\"859\" height=\"545\" border=\"0\" \/><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\">\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN\">If you\u2019re in Toronto, the\u00a0<a title=\"Opens in new tab\" href=\"http:\/\/www.torontochristmasmarket.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Toronto Christmas Market<\/a><\/span>\u00a0<span lang=\"EN\">is a five week-long event celebrating the sounds, sights and scents of Christmas. Set in the Victorian-era, cobblestone-lined Distillery Historic District, the Market brings together local craftspeople, musicians and artisanal food-makers for a truly festive experience. Gather with friends and sip on mulled wine as you peruse the selection of hand-made ornaments, wood carvings and crafts. Cozy up by the fire or take in carollers, brass bands and authentic European dancers. Free admission Tuesday to Friday and $6.00 admission Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday.\u00a0<b>November 16 to December 23, 2017.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"yiv1356648991Picture_x0020_11\" src=\"https:\/\/apis.mail.yahoo.com\/ws\/v3\/mailboxes\/@.id==VjJ-xC3g56CqfVecjA820eOeIHCKX6co7XyZFpz2AOls7Snvw-ubwKQ_ygyFhfieR3Ev\/messages\/@.id==ANxTfbwAAB7RWiWEnw7U4GME00A\/content\/parts\/@.id==9\/thumbnail?appId=YahooMailNeo&amp;downloadWhenThumbnailFails=false&amp;pid=9\" alt=\"Gooderham &amp; Worts sign at night.\" width=\"879\" height=\"640\" border=\"0\" \/><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\">The Toronto Christmas Market<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">8. Check out some Festive Window Displays<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Festive window displays are sure to get you in the holiday spirit.\u00a0 This widow display by Henri Bendel is an extravaganza of lights 40 feet high decorates the front of the store. The shop\u2019s main window features a Parisian apartment-inspired display, and the atrium holds a two-story tree with giant versions of Bendel\u2019s holiday ornaments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.google.ca\/url?sa=i&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=images&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=0ahUKEwiDvJLj3fDXAhXBzIMKHZfHAl0QjRwIBw&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fcovetedition.com%2Fshopping%2Fwhere-to-see-christmas-window-displays-at-stores-in-new-york-city%2F&amp;psig=AOvVaw2eR2bxLLDmMFIQk79Va9Z4&amp;ust=1512489709434002\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"yiv1356648991Picture_x0020_14\" src=\"https:\/\/apis.mail.yahoo.com\/ws\/v3\/mailboxes\/@.id==VjJ-xC3g56CqfVecjA820eOeIHCKX6co7XyZFpz2AOls7Snvw-ubwKQ_ygyFhfieR3Ev\/messages\/@.id==ANxTfbwAAB7RWiWEnw7U4GME00A\/content\/parts\/@.id==10\/thumbnail?appId=YahooMailNeo&amp;downloadWhenThumbnailFails=false&amp;pid=10\" alt=\"Image result for festive window displays in Canada\" width=\"896\" height=\"601\" border=\"0\" \/><\/b><\/a><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">9. Check out a Live Christmas Theatrical Performance<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span lang=\"EN\">No staged production is more authentically \u201cChristmas\u201d than\u00a0<a title=\"Opens in new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/national.ballet.ca\/Productions\/2017-18-Season\/The-Nutcracker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">The Nutcracker<\/a>, Tchaikovsky\u2019s famous adaptation of E.T.A. Hoffman\u2019s story. The National Ballet of Canada has been staging the beloved two-act ballet every year since 2005, enthralling children and adults with humour, surprise and sumptuous sets and costumes befitting this fantastic tale. Not to be missed.\u00a0<b>December 9 to 30, 2017<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN\">\u00a0<\/span><span lang=\"EN\">If you\u2019re looking for something for the kids, their favourite Disney characters and stories are brought to life with the artistry of ice skating to create an unforgettable family experience as\u00a0<a title=\"Opens in new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.disneyonice.com\/ca\/en-ca\/reach-for-the-stars?h=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Disney on Ice<\/a>\u00a0presents Reach for the Stars. All the beauty, sparkle and fantasy that Disney is known for come together in this production.\u00a0<b>December 22, 2017 to January 1, 2018.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"yiv1356648991Picture_x0020_8\" src=\"https:\/\/apis.mail.yahoo.com\/ws\/v3\/mailboxes\/@.id==VjJ-xC3g56CqfVecjA820eOeIHCKX6co7XyZFpz2AOls7Snvw-ubwKQ_ygyFhfieR3Ev\/messages\/@.id==ANxTfbwAAB7RWiWEnw7U4GME00A\/content\/parts\/@.id==11\/thumbnail?appId=YahooMailNeo&amp;downloadWhenThumbnailFails=false&amp;pid=11\" alt=\"Ballerinas dance The Nutcracker on stage.\" width=\"888\" height=\"640\" border=\"0\" \/><\/b><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">10. Set Out Trays of Holiday Candy<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span lang=\"EN-US\">Grab all the chocolate turkeys and candy canes you can find, and set them in a dish near your living room\u2013just like grandma did. The holidays never tasted so good. For an extra special touch, choose Canadian chocolate decorated to the nines in lots of festive colors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv1356648991MsoNormal\"><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><b id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_6338\"><span id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_6337\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"yiv1356648991Picture_x0020_10\" src=\"https:\/\/apis.mail.yahoo.com\/ws\/v3\/mailboxes\/@.id==VjJ-xC3g56CqfVecjA820eOeIHCKX6co7XyZFpz2AOls7Snvw-ubwKQ_ygyFhfieR3Ev\/messages\/@.id==ANxTfbwAAB7RWiWEnw7U4GME00A\/content\/parts\/@.id==12\/thumbnail?appId=YahooMailNeo&amp;downloadWhenThumbnailFails=false&amp;pid=12\" alt=\"http:\/\/cdn.theeverygirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/everygirl-holiday-entertaining-essentials-bose-decor1.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" border=\"0\" \/><\/span><\/b><b><\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1512432391160_4601\" class=\"tictac-att-tray-base\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Aspire-Canada 2017 Holiday Bucket List When you\u2019re blessed to live in a country as beautiful as Canada, your holiday bucket list could include simply taking in all the local wonders of nature and architecture in your backyard. 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