An exclusive peek at Canada Blooms the Flower & Garden Festival
March 17 – 21, 2010

Something special is happening each and every day of Canada Blooms:
Wednesday, March 17th - Tourism Ireland Day: Show your Irish - save $2 off the general adult admission when you wear green. Visit the Tourism Ireland Booth (Booth #410) and join in the fun - loads of goodies to give away, and prizes throughout the day. At 5:30-7pm enjoy a special evening of uniquely Irish entertainment courtesy of Tourism Ireland.
Thursday, March 18th - Vineland Research Day: Visit the Vineland Research booth and enter to win a special "Evening in Niagara". Be sure to check out Dr. Mike Dixon, a special guest speaker on the Grey Power Celebrity Stage as he presents "Plants in Space".
Friday, March 19th - CP24 Day: Stop by the CP24 booth for great giveaways and prizes throughout the day. Don't Miss Cyrus Blooms: A Celebration of Culture - a special evening to ethnic entertainment presented by Museum Cad on the Grey Power Celebrity Stage 6-8pm
Saturday, March 20th - Scotts Canada Day: The first 3,000 guests attending Canada Blooms will receive a package of the Miracle-Gro Water Can Sachet. Join us from 6-8pm on the Grey Power Celebrity Stage as we honour architectural contributors and their significant accomplishments to Toronto and World Architecture courtesy of Museum Cad.
Sunday, March 21st - Grey Power Day: Attendees 50 years and over will receive a $4 discount on their show ticket and receive a ballot upon entrance to the show, for an opportunity to win a "Garden Package with Mark Cullen" courtesy of Grey Power Insurance.

Niagara Wine Garden
Relax and enjoy the atmosphere at the Niagara Wine Garden. Surrounding the lounge are the Balcony Gardens of Canada Blooms. Enjoy a glass of award-winning Ontario wine, taste fine cheeses presented by the Dairy Farmers of Canada in a beautiful, lush, green setting — it’s a Canada Blooms tradition!
Grenada in Bloom
Enjoy the exotic flora and foliage of the Caribbean as Frank Kershaw presents "Grenada in Bloom", a delightful slide show that will have you believing in paradise. Don't miss this wonderful presentation at the Enbridge Speakers Series Stage on Sunday March 21st. Click here for a complete schedule of presentations.

Win a chance to visit the world! As you journey through Canada Blooms make sure to visit these partners to enter for a chance to win a trip to a dream garden destination:

Visit the New Classical 96.3 FM - VIA Rail Garden Route Lounge in the Blooms Marketplace for a chance to win a trip for two to any Garden Destination along the VIA Rail Garden Route, compliments of Via Rail Canada and the New Classical 96.3 FM.

Visit the Tourist Office of Spain Booth (Booth #403) for a chance to win a trip to visit Spain which includes roundtrip airfare for 2 people, 4 nights accommodation and a tourist guide book of the region courtesy of the Tourist Office of Spain, Air Canada and Connaissance Tour and Travel.

Try out your Irish Luck - Cast your vote for the People's Choice Garden Award at the Tourism Ireland booth (Booth #410) and you could win a trip for two to Ireland courtesy of Tourism Ireland, Air Transit and the Toronto Star.


Did you know that some of the best cut and potted flowers and plants at your local florists are grown right her in Ontario? The flowers are fresher and last longer. To learn about Ontario-grown cut flowers and potted plants visit Pick Ontario Avenue at the entrance to the Blooms Marketplace.

Enjoy a special afternoon with the Floral Superstars, a talented, somewhat rowdy group of the most highly acclaimed florists in Ontario presenting Pick Ontario Products on the Grey Power Celebrity Stage on Thursday and Saturday. Don't miss the exciting flower stylings of Pick Ontario's own Albert Graves on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. His high-energy demonstrations on how to create great floral arrangements with flair will leave you wanting more. Click here for a complete schedule.


The Magical World of Tinker Bell - Pixie Hollow
Step into the Magical world of Tinker Bell – Pixie Hollow, a place Disney Fairies call home and where every season is an important one. This four season garden walks you through the talents of each Disney Fairy: Rosetta the Garden Fairy, Silvermist the Water Fairy, Iridessa the Light Fairy, Dawn the Animal Fairy and of course the most popular of all Tinker Bell. Built through the eyes of a child this garden is meant to inspire the senses, feel the magic of pixie dust and celebrate the passion of children and their creative minds.

Developed by CITY TV’s Frank Ferragine, Jordan Murfin from Vast Exteriors and Beth Edney of Designs by the Yard, this Disney Feature Garden awaits guests attending Canada Blooms 2010.

Make Canada Blooms your March Break Family "Get-Away" Destination - With free admission for children under 12 and plenty of activities for both parents and kids, Canada Blooms will provide families with lasting memories.


Don't miss the opportunity to take advantage of these limited time Canada Blooms ticket offers:

Be the first to explore Canada Blooms at the Preview Party, Tuesday, March 16th. Celebrate spring in style, while sipping on our Temptation signature cocktail, sampling mouth-watering fare and enjoying an exclusive fashion show courtesy of Bannerman's. Tickets are only $75 - purchase yours today at canadablooms.com.

Grey Power Insurance Ticket Offer for Guests over 50. Get one complimentary ticket to Canada Blooms when you call 1-866-295-6903 or go online for a no-obigation auto/home/garden insurance quote. *One ticket per person. Offer valid until March 14, 2010.



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