Invest in your future with home ownership
Buying a home is a big decision, a personal one, and a serious one financially. Purchasing real estate is a complex and major transaction with many details to be handled, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Working togeth
The Heaven Shop
(Theatre Direct/Tarragon) — Canadian author Deborah Ellis never holds back when it comes to telling stories of children living in difficult times in turbulent places. Her stories are hard to hear, but they should be told. This t
Childhood obesity
Modern medicine has virtually wiped out the illnesses and health risks our parents worried about such smallbox, polio, and measles. But we are currently facing another serious health problem that cannot be cured with vaccinations. Ch
Righting Fitness Wrongs
Quality counts when you're exercising. So to get the most from your workouts and avoid getting hurt, don't just do it — do it right.
Winter Skin Care for Baby
The Canadian climate is tough enough on grownups' skin, let alone the tender skin of young babes. Here are some tips on protecting your baby's skin at a time of year when "dry skin" takes on a whole new meaning.
Super San Diego
Vacations are meant to give us a break from the usual routine, a chance to recharge and reconnect with our family. While we crave rest and relaxation, a destination vacation should be all about discoveries. So as tourists we are
My Baby is Mobile
As a parent it is very important to educate yourselves on what is a hazard to your children. You will be surprised at the number of hazards you children can be exposed to.
Stair Gates
Choosing the right gate for your home is very important. Install it before your child starts crawling and don't be shy about mounting gate hardware on your wooden stair posts.
Car Seat Safety
Traveling our highways can be a dangerous journey. Make sure your children are in a certified car seat appropriate for their size and weight that is properly installed in your vehicle.
Keeping Kids on the Court and off the Couch
What would you say if you heard that 30 per cent of youth, aged 12 to 21, say they rarely or never participate in organized sport during the school year? This is according to an Ipsos-Reid poll conducted in 2003,
Golf show caters to kids
The next best thing to being able to play golf is a making the rounds at the Toronto Star Golf & Travel Show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, February 29-March 2. In its 19th year, this is an event
Get it right the first time
For all of us who need a break, we’re finally getting one in the form of a day off on Monday, February 18. Family Day is our brand new statutory holiday granted by the Government of Ontario. Our wish for
Dream up a creamy fudge for prizes
The cream always rises to the top and when you incorporate it into your favourite homemade fudge you could have the recipe for some really great prizes. The search is on for the family with the most fantastic fudge in
Investments to make your money grow green
All of us want at least two things from our investments: a good financial return and a degree of security. But an increasing number of us are also after investments that are ethical. However, ethical investing is in the eye
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Here is a mouth-watering recipe for Valentine’s Day. Whether it’s for the special someone in your life, or a sweet treat for the kids or for the folks at work, this chocolate recipe will add a sweet touch to anyone’s
A&E Orchestra Toronto
Magic of Madrid (Orchestra Toronto) — If you feel you’re not exposing the family enough to dance, Orchestra Toronto’s February presentation of the music and movement of Madrid may be the answer. Featuring da
Teen Talk: Cell phones and eating disorders
Question: My daughter is turning 15 next week and desperately wants a cell phone. What’s your advice on this topic?
Cool boosters appeal to big kids
It’s been more than two years since Ontario expanded its child car seat laws to include children up to age 8 or until they weigh 36 Kg (80 lbs) or measure 145 CM (4 foot 9 inches) tall. Since that
Visit the Great White (far) North
Canada’s Arctic has been much in the news over the past months. With global warming radically changing the north, here are books that remind us of how things used to be.
In Arctic Adventures: Tales from the Lives of Inu
Building a culture of teamwork
The buzzword for success in today’s secondary schools, colleges, universities, and the workplace is teamwork. The idea is if a group collectively tackles a problem the results will outstrip what could be achieved by an individual alone.
