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Cherry Blossoms Across Canada

Spring is here – don’t miss your chance to see the cherry blossoms bloom!

With temperatures rising, and the sun setting later in the day, we’re officially on the track to spring and summer months here in Canada. And every spring, nature puts on a breathtaking display across the country as cherry blossoms bloom. We’re here to make sure you don’t miss your chance to witness the cherry blossoms at their peak!

Toronto & GTA: In Toronto,Ontario, High Park is the place to be during cherry blossom season. With over 2,000 cherry trees of different varieties, including the famous Yoshino cherry trees gifted by Japan in the 1950s, High Park becomes a mesmerizing sea of pink and white blossoms each spring.

More Locations:  

  • Trinity Bellwoods Park 

  • University of Toronto Grounds

  • Toronto Islands

  • Centennial Park 

Montreal: In Montreal, Quebec, cherry blossoms can be found scattered throughout the city, adding a touch of elegance to its urban landscape. Parc Jean-Drapeau, located on the Île Sainte-Hélène in the Saint Lawrence River, is a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing, offering stunning views of the Montreal skyline against a backdrop of blooming trees.

More Locations: 

  • Montreal Botanical Garden

  • Westmount Park 

  • Avenue McGill College

Edmonton: Even in the prairies of Alberta, cherry blossoms can be found brightening up the landscape. In Edmonton, the Devonian Botanic Garden offers an opportunity to experience cherry blossoms in a beautiful setting. The garden's Japanese Garden, inspired by traditional Japanese design principles, features several varieties of cherry trees that bloom in succession from April to May, providing visitors with an extended season of cherry blossom viewing.

More Locations: 

  • River Valley

  • Alberta Legislature Grounds

  • Victoria Promenade

  • the French Quarter

Vancouver & Vancouver Island: In Vancouver, British Columbia, the cherry blossoms take center stage in the iconic Stanley Park. One of the city's most popular green spaces, Stanley Park transforms into a wonderland of cherry blossoms each spring. Visitors can walk along the park's scenic pathways, framed by rows of cherry trees in full bloom.

More Locations: 

  • Queen Elizabeth Park, Vancouver

  • Stanley Park, Vancouver

  • The Butchart Gardens, Victoria

  • Hatley Castle & Gardens, Victoria

  • Beacon Hill Park, Victoria 

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