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WORDS BY ANDREW HIND In Niagara-on-the-Lake, there are numerous locations where the fabric between our world and the afterlife seems to fray. In these places, ghosts and the living are said to mingle. Niagara-on-the-Lake is the perfect destination for a Halloween-season escape. “We

WORDS BY Marylene Vestergom There isn’t a parent in the world who hasn’t experienced the excruciating pain of stepping on one of those colourful LEGO bricks in the middle of the night. Ouch! But parents also know that LEGO fosters creativity

Words by Joe McMahan Summer break is traditionally known as a chance for kids to get outside, enjoy the sunshine, and keep active. But have you ever thought about keeping their brains stimulated? Students can lose 25 to 50 per cent

Things seem to slow down in summer. Come summer, the hurried pace that dominates much of the year takes a backseat to vacations, lounging around the pool, diving through ocean waves, and setting up tents at campsites near or far. When

Chicken Run (2000) By DreamWorks Animation This heartwarming tale follows a group of chickens trapped in a monotonous life of laying eggs on a farm in Yorkshire. Their hopes soar when a charismatic American rooster joins their ranks, as they believe

WORDS BY Marylene Vestergom Teaching kids how to cook is an essential life skill that often gets overlooked. In today’s world, where fast food and pre-packaged meals are prevalent, knowing how to cook can benefit children of all ages. Unfortunately, many

March Break is the ideal excuse to break away and escape with the family. No need to book a flight. Ontario is dotted with resorts providing great family gathering places and joyful memories. Two of the most popular are Deerhurst Resort

The Road to Eldorado (2000) By DreamWorks Pictures In a thrilling adventure, two cunning tricksters stumble upon a treasured map leading to the legendary City of Gold, El Dorado. With audacity and wit, they manage to sneak aboard one of the

Get ready to take your fun to new heights with our latest attraction - The Bubble Sky-High Net Course! Canada’s only inflatapark is here to get the party jumpin’. Brace yourself for an adrenaline rush as you conquer one thrilling

WORDS BY Andrew Hind By early February, most of us are already feeling the weight of the winter season. The cold, the snow that grinds commutes to a halt, the seemingly endless darkness. Spring can’t come soon enough. Wiarton has the perfect

Snowshoeing is about as Canadian as hockey and poutine, and while skis are the flashy way to get around in the snow, snowshoes take a more methodical, functional approach that open the wilderness at a pace that allows you to

Christmas trees are among the most recognizable symbols of the holiday season, and the popularity of trees is undeniable. Christmas trees are big business in Canada, where Statistics Canada notes cash receipts from Canadian Christmas tree producers totaled nearly $163.5

WORDS BY Andrew Hind The summer crowds have disappeared, and the air has chilled but Niagara Falls remains a dramatic destination for a weekend family escape. Here are five family-friendly appeals. Niagara Power Station Tour The Niagara Power Station, more than a century old,

SPONSORED CONTENT EXPLORE, CREATE AND MAKE MEMORIES HAPPEN Connecting children with a deeper understanding of art and the world around them, The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery offers free exhibitions and family programming throughout the year. “Kids are intelligent, intense, playful, and extremely creative.

Some lament the passage of summer, but children – and the young at heart – know that the crisp air brings fresh new energy and a range of exciting events to experience. Here are three of the best family-friendly harvest

Autumn is fast approaching, but there is still plenty of time to visit Santa’s Village in Bracebridge. If you haven’t been to this merry theme park in a while you’re missing out. Under new ownership, the park continues to evolve with

Colouring Easter eggs is a time-honored tradition dating back more than 2,500 years. There is evidence that people living in the ancient settlement of Trypillia dyed eggs. Ancient Persians also were believed to paint eggs for Nowruz (Persian New Year). Christians

Landscaping – indoors? Why not. Now’s your chance to accentuate your home’s personality and décor by adding houseplants with a landscaping plan in mind. Matthew Warden, Manager of the Sheridan Nurseries in Toronto, agrees, but where do you begin? “The first

Mr Hobbs Takes a Vacation (1962) – 20th Century Fox Roger Hobbs, a banker, has high hopes for a peaceful summer vacation with just him and his wife. However, his wife, Peggy, has other plans. She insists on a family getaway