Jump into family fitness fest
Kids’ CBC’s fitness adventure series Jiggijump will be bringing the free, family-friendly interactive concert series to cities across Ontario.
Classroom Secrets: Getting S.M.A.R.T. about goal setting
A few time tested strategies to improve the odds of success—helping you to stay S.M.A.R.T. about your goals.
Reading, writing and programming
Getting with the programming, a vital skill for kids to learn
Away for the holidays
Our family went to visit my mother on Manitoulin Island over the holidays.
Double Click links seniors to social media
The Double-Click workshop acquainted seniors with social media with the help of young mentors at Scarborough YMCA.
Getting organized in the New Year
If a resolution to get organized is at the top of your list, here are some great tips from a professional organizer to start you off.
Ensuring that the price of a pet adds up
They’re selling pet health insurance at my grocery store.
Free skating in downtown Oakville
From the end of December through February the merchants of Downtown Oakville and the BIA are offering free skating daily in the Towne Square.
Make a messy gingerbread house from scratch
Icing is a novice gingerbread house baker's best friend.
A word about bullies
As parents, we want to spare our children the unpleasant experiences that we endured in school, but unfortunately that’s not always possible.
Parenting solo
A good reminder to me of how lucky I am to have two other parents in the house.
Furry responsibilities
The kids have learnt so much already from sharing their lives with our furry companions, but it hasn’t all been happy.
What to do when nanny
Having a nanny can makes life easier - and more complicated at the same time. Here are some tips for dealing with your nanny's vacation.
