Three things to do this May

1. Browse local artisans

Rub elbows with artists of all kinds at these exciting pop-up craft markets. Find everything from ceramic pottery to abstract jewellery and framed art pieces.

Spring Fling, Vancouver, May 11-12

Aires Libres, Montreal, May 15-September 10

Artisans at the Distillery, Toronto, May 18-20

2. Drink a cold one

The kegs are tapped and the brew is flowing from coast to coast this month. Cheers!

International Beerfest, Calgary, May 4

Festibière de Gatineau, Quebec, May 24-26

Mondial de la Bière, Montreal, May 29

Craft Beer Week, Vancouver, May 31-June 8

3. Discover local heritage

Parks Canada celebrates the 181st opening of the historic Rideau Canal on May 17. And Doors Open Ontario unlocks heritage buildings across the province, giving us a peek inside some of the nation's oldest landmarks on weekends in May.