Top Flu Season Survival Tips for Parents and Kids
During peak flu season, we all try to dodge illness. But what if the flu hits? Whether you’re staying home from work because you’re sick, or caring for your child late at night, it can throw the entire household off
February 2026 cool things
And the Colour of the Year for 2026 goes to Pantone’s Cloud Dancer Pantone’s 2026 Colour of the Year, Cloud Dancer, is a soft, airy white symbolizing calm, clarity, and fresh beginnings. Chosen for its quiet, uplifting presence, the shade offers
Cherry Tags: Personalized, practical, and made with heart
Canadian-made personalized labels designed to keep life simple, stylish, and organized. When it comes to keeping family life on track, it’s often the smallest details that make the biggest impact. Enter Cherry Tags, a Toronto-based brand that transforms everyday essentials into
February 2026 Movie Picks
Romona and Beezus – 2010 – 20th Century Fox, Summit Entertainment Ramona Quimby is an imaginative, high-energy third grader whose big ideas often lead to trouble. When her father loses his job, the family’s finances grow tight, and Ramona’s attempts to
Valentine’s day magic
Valentine’s Day did not begin with cards or candy hearts. Its roots reach back to ancient Rome, where mid-February marked festivals tied to love, renewal, and hope. Centuries later, stories of Saint Valentine added a layer of devotion. One legend
LEGO® Stranger Things
Get ready, Stranger Things fans – Hawkins is calling one last time. To kick off Volume 1 of the show’s highly anticipated fifth and final season, the LEGO® Group, Netflix, and the Duffer Brothers have unleashed the LEGO® Icons Stranger
Raise the stakes of family game night
Getting the entire family together can take a little effort. There is no shortage of activities that pull family members apart most days of the week, from work obligations to sports practices to school events. The United Kingdom-based media provider
J. Addison School
J. Addison School Fusion Day Camp offers an exciting experience for children ages 5 to 13 in a safe, supportive and engaging environment. Mornings are filled with energy and teamwork through sports such as basketball, volleyball, badminton and more, helping
The godparent fallacy: why informal plans may not protect your children in Ontario
Many parents remember the moment they chose their child’s godparents. It may have involved a heartfelt conversation, or a shared understanding that “if anything ever happens to us, you’ll take care of our child.” But there’s an important reality
Oral health: A Childhood Dental Timeline
Dental visits typically are bi-annual events to maintain oral health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends a dental visit for everyone at least once a year, but some people may need to go to the dentist more frequently. Dentists
What’s under the covers in February 2026
So Much Snow By Robert Munsch & Illustrated by Michael Martchenko There’s a big blizzard blowing in and not even a snowstorm will stop Jasmine from getting to school for pizza day! But when she gets buried in a snowdrift, the custodian
Hamilton Beach get ready for a busy February
February is a month filled with moments that bring families together, from Super Bowl Sunday and Valentine’s Day to the Family Day long weekend. For many parents, these occasions are less about hosting perfectly, and more about finding simple ways
Top Flu Season Survival Tips for Parents and Kids
Sponsored Content During peak flu season, we all try to dodge illness, but what happens when the flu hits? Whether you’re staying home from work because you’re sick, or caring for your child late at night, it can throw the entire
JANUARY 2026 Movie Picks
The Shaggy Dog (1959 original & 2006 remake) Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, RKO Pictures A young boy named Wilby Daniels accidentally becomes involved in a magical spell that turns him into a sheepdog. The film follows his adventures as he
Melodie Reynolds, Founder of Elate Beauty: Where conscious choices meet clean, radiant confidence
Conscious cosmetics from a Canadian mompreneur In a world of fast beauty and plastic packaging, Elate Beauty is rewriting the rules – creating clean, sustainable cosmetics with heart. Founded in Victoria, B.C. by Melodie Reynolds, a visionary mompreneur and long-time makeup
Fire and Ice Festival Don’t just endure winter, embrace it. Find joy in it.
Don’t just endure winter, embrace it. Find joy in it. Point your car toward Bracebridge, two hours north of Toronto for the annual Fire and Ice Festival. Now nine years in the running, Fire and Ice has become one of the
Petit Lem’s Valentines collection
Give the gift of love Celebrating the sweetest kind of love just got even cuter with Petit Lem’s newest collection of matching PJ sets for moms and their minis. From bedtime stories to slow Sunday mornings, these pieces are made to
‘Don’t Trust Fish’ is the picture book you didn’t know you needed
In a market overflowing with nature books for children – many earnest, many educational, and many interchangeable – Don’t Trust Fish by Neil Sharpson makes a sharp, hilarious left turn. What begins like a traditional field-guide introduction to the animal
Tips when travelling with pets
Travelling with pets can be a rewarding experience that enables individuals to share new adventures with their companion animals. Bringing pets along on vacation has become quite popular. According to Top Dog Pet Travel, a central Florida agency specializing in
Fresh starts begin in the kitchen with Hamilton Beach
After the festive whirlwind fades, there’s nothing like a clean slate – and it all starts in the kitchen. From vibrant smoothies and energizing morning juices to crisp salads and quick, wholesome meals, Hamilton Beach Canada helps make those healthy