Holiday Shopping for Those Who Seemingly Have It All
Made-for-TV movies often depict holiday shopping in the best possible light. The story’s protagonist wanders into the town centre and easily finds everything on his or her list at a series of perfectly decorated local boutiques that have nary a
Traditions Associated with Chanukah Celebrations
Come December, the holiday season has hit full swing. Celebrants of various faiths and backgrounds participate in holiday celebrations, which are unique to each faith. Although Chanukah is a relatively minor holiday on the Jewish religious calendar, it has enjoyed a
5 Ways to Ensure a Greater Work-Family Balance
Individuals must juggle many different responsibilities on a daily basis. Those with full- or part-time jobs, children, spouses or partners, or aging family members that require assistance, will often find they are pulled in different directions. In many cases, work
Holiday Prep
November is the perfect time to start preparing for the holidays. To make the most of this festive season, here are some suggestions and ideas to get you started. First, consider decorating your home with traditional and modern elements. Incorporate classic
Halloween safety
Halloween is an exciting time of the year when people all over the world celebrate by engaging in various activities. There are plenty of things to do during this festive season, ranging from attending parties to participating in traditional customs.
Anxiety management. Potential stressors for kids
Work is often cited as the primary cause of stress. Indeed, work-related stress is a global issue. According to the Global Organization for Stress, workers in countries as different as the United States, Australia, Canada, and China all report confronting
Getting back into routine with meal planning
The transition from summer vacation to back to school doesn’t have to be difficult, especially when everyone is excited to bounce back into a more normal school year. With all the chaos of getting back into the things we love,
Easy back-to-school bites with Farm Boy
The back-to-school season can be a whirlwind of early mornings and packed schedules. As you make every effort to ensure your kids have nourishing meals for the day, Farm Boy is here to lend a hand with a range of
Physical Activity: Lionheart Fitness Kids
According to NBA Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen, “Some of the best lessons I have learned were through great coaches. They were life lessons, not just game strategies or tactics. Lionheart Fitness Kids provides valuable moments and memories from some
Away from the Lake: Summer Events in Cottage Country
Summer days at the cottage, resort, or camp are blissful. But there are times when you want to, you know, do something. Thankfully, there are plenty of family-friendly summer events throughout cottage country. SWS Water Ski Shows (Windsor Park, Bala) Grab a lawn
Signs Kids Could Be Hard of Hearing
Hearing loss is often associated with aging, and understandably so. Individuals from all walks of life undoubtedly have an aging friend or relative who has experienced some degree of hearing loss, and millions of seniors across the globe would admit
Summer Vacations
Have you ever considered taking your kids to Europe? Summer break is the most ideal time with more time to explore. Travelling to Europe with your kids can be a wonderful experience for the whole family. Not only does it provide
Sun bum – Summer Loving Had Me A Blast
Protect your family from the harsh of the Sun Rays. We all love summer and the sunshine that comes with it. It’s important not to leave home without being protected. Carry Sun Bum everywhere because Sun Bum has you and your
Family fun – Fort in the Forest: Fort Willow
We’re all familiar with Toronto’s Fort York, but less than an hour north of the GTA one finds another fortification, the 1812-era Fort Willow, which offers an entirely different experience. When war was declared in 1812, America confidently predicted a quick
Spring is in the air, and the kids can’t wait to get outside!
The weather is warming up, which means that it’s time to ditch those indoor activities and get some fresh air. There are plenty of fun ways to pass the time as a family this spring, so I’ve rounded up some
Get comfy – This is J
Produced and made in Canada since 2003. This is J introduces the Space Dye Collection in 16 styles for men, women, and children. This 80s throwback design utilizes yarn dyed pigments applied to strands of yarn then knitted together. Comfortable
Spring Fling in Muskoka: Muskoka Maple Trail
Set the clocks forward… spring has arrived. The warmer days bring with them not only excitement for pleasant days ahead, but also the onset of maple season. And there is no place that embraces the season better than Muskoka. In years
Step into Spring
Signs of spring inspire thoughts of spring cleaning. It’s the time of year when most of us do our major cleaning; however, for me, it is the last thing I would like to do. Easter is the first official gathering of
Scientists In School is Hiring!
We are hiring dynamic elementary school-age science and engineering workshop presenters! Scientists in School, a leading science education charity, is hiring STEM enthusiasts with a background in science, engineering, and technology to lead our on-site classroom workshops in elementary school classrooms across
Celebrate love – Valentine’s day ideas for kids
Valentine’s Day is the day we get to express our love. Even though we do it every day in one form or another for those we love, there’s something to be said when February 14th rolls around. When my kids were
