Fireside Publishing House is an independent media company devoted to the people, places, and stories that define Kawartha Lakes, across print, digital, and our vibrant online community.
Three distinct publications. One publishing house. Each title exists because different stories deserve different homes.
Whether you are looking to explore what the region has to offer, stay current with local news and issues, or feel the pulse of your community, Fireside has a publication that speaks directly to you.
Rooted in the heart of the city
The Lindsay Advocate exists to amplify the voices, stories, and conversations that shape life in Kawartha Lakes. It is the publication people turn to when they want to feel genuinely seen and heard in their own community, from neighbourhood milestones to local debate, culture, and connection.
Breaking news and local voices
Kawartha Lakes Weekly is the trusted source for those who want to stay informed about what is happening across the region. From municipal decisions and local issues to community events and human-interest stories, the Kawartha Lakes Weekly is the only all-local print and digital newspaper for the city.
Change your location. Change your life.
Play. Stay. Live. is a premium editorial guide that celebrates the rich, full life available in Kawartha Lakes. From the best local restaurants and weekend retreats to outdoor adventures and seasonal living, it is the insider's companion for residents and visitors who want more from the region they love, or will come to love when they move here.
A lifestyle and visitor guide celebrating the best of Kawartha Lakes , from lakeside dining and weekend escapes to arts, culture, and the seasons that define life here.
Reliable local news, municipal coverage, and community reporting for residents who want to stay connected with what is happening across the region every week.
Community-focused storytelling rooted in our diverse city, the people, events, voices, and conversations that matter to those who call this place home.
Fireside was built on the belief that a community as layered and vital as Kawartha Lakes deserves more than a single voice. Each of our publications was created with purpose.
A neighbourhood profile, a municipal vote, and a guide to the best summer dining spots each belong in entirely different editorial contexts. Forcing them together dilutes all three.
A longtime Lindsay resident, a seasonal cottager, and someone newly moved to the region all arrive with different questions. Our publications meet each of them where they are.
Reaching the right audience matters more than reaching the largest one. Our portfolio lets advertisers find the exact readership that aligns with their business, service, or offer.
Monthly readers across print and digital platforms.
Copies distributed to homes and businesses across the region.
Distinct publications serving Kawartha Lakes from different angles.
Stories, features, and profiles published every month.
* Figures are representative estimates. Audited circulation data available upon request.
Fireside Publishing House connects local and regional businesses with the readers who matter most to them. Our publications deliver trusted editorial context, and that trust extends to every advertiser we partner with.
Magazines and newspapers remain powerful advertising vehicles,even in today’s digital era,thanks to their unique strengths in audience engagement, trust, and recall.
Surveys in Canada consistently show that print media commands high trust. Research conducted by industry firms (such as Ipsos Reid and the Canadian Magazine Publishers Association) has revealed that about 80–85% of Canadians trust newspapers and magazines as reliable sources of news. This trust translates directly to advertising, making it easier for brands to build credibility and resonate with an attentive audience.
Canadian readers spend more time with print material than they typically do scrolling through online material. Studies indicate that magazine readers can spend anywhere from 30 to 45 minutes per issue, immersed in the content. This intentional, focused reading provides advertisers with extended exposure to their messages, resulting in higher ad recall when compared to many digital formats.
The focused readership of printed publications means that ads are less likely to be overlooked — they’re part of a curated experience. This can lead to conversion rates that are often 15–30% higher than digital-only campaigns, as measured by increased ad recall and subsequent purchase intent in various Canadian studies.
Nothing beats the tangibility of print with the immediacy of digital channels. Industry reports (including data from the Canada Advertisers Association) suggest that integrating print into a wider media mix can boost overall campaign effectiveness by roughly 25%.
Beyond display advertising, we offer sponsored features, business profiles, and custom editorial partnerships that go beyond the banner.
Fireside Publishing House was built by and for this community. We are always looking for writers, photographers, illustrators, and local voices who want to contribute to the publications that keep Kawartha Lakes connected.
Whether you have one story to share or you are looking for an ongoing creative home, there is a place for you at Fireside.
Become a ContributorFeature writers, columnists, and community correspondents
Editorial, portrait, landscape, and event photography
Visual storytellers across editorial and feature contexts
Letters, perspectives, and local commentary
Whether you are a reader, advertiser, contributor, or just someone who believes in the power of local media, we would love to connect.
