Category Archives: Official CNE Bloggers 2009

A Time For Free

According to my father-in-law, he never had to buy lunch at the Ex because the Food Building used to give out a piece of chicken at one stall and fries at another. My mom claims she would regularly come home … Continue reading

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Canadian National Exhibition, Day Four

Yesterday had my kind of weather for the Ex, not too hot, not too cold. Perfect walking around weather. I wanted to spend some time in Direct Energy Centre today so I hopped on the CNE Ex-Press Train at the … Continue reading

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Dipped my Toes into The Ex tonight…

Naturally, upon arriving we immediately decided we were hungry and headed for the Food Building. Eating a Beavertail is a must-do activity for me.  Going through the summer without having a chewy, crunchy Beavertail at least once is like going … Continue reading

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Canadian National Exhibition, Day Three

I am an avid photographer. While a photograph can capture what things looked like, that is only one of the five senses. The CNE offers delights for all of your senses. I really noticed that today. I had a little … Continue reading

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Competition

I’m always hunting for new experiences. I also love a good contest. The nexus point, where both occur, is the Ex. Earlier this week, I attended two contests. One introduced a sport that’s growing in popularity, while the other continued … Continue reading

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Canadian National Exhibition, Day Two

Another glorious day at the CNE. As the daughter of a veteran, the Warrior’s Day Parade is a must for me every year. This year I was happy to see veterans from even more countries. I also saw the Toronto … Continue reading

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Can You Do The Ex In A Day? No Way!

I have an admission to make: I seed the feet. What? You missed that?  I am embarrassed so forgive me for mumbling. I concede defeat. My quest to experience all the Opening Day had to offer was hindered because even … Continue reading

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Canadian National Exhibition, Day One

Camera batteries charged, check. SPF 55 sunscreen applied, check. Comfy shoes on, check. Time to hit the Dufferin Gate! Time for the Opening Ceremonies. They were an interesting combination of speeches, performances and a parade. At five to ten, as … Continue reading

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2009 Official CNE Bloggers Contest

We’re looking for Official CNE Bloggers Are you one of them? Would you like to attend the 2009 CNE as often as you’d like and write about your experiences for the CNE Blog? If so, enter the Official CNE Bloggers … Continue reading

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