Booty It Up
Boot Camps
First published 2011.01.06 | Ottawa | Health & Wellness
Have you ever found yourself cutting up a whole head of broccoli, nagging the kids to eat it all, then realizing belatedly that they actually did—while you had none? Or hauling the kids all over town...read more

Ottawa: The Savvy Guide to June
June 2010
First published 2010.05.27 | Ottawa | Monthly Guide
It’s June, it’s hot and we’re happy about it. Here are some surefire ways to make the most out of this lovely summer month. DO Clean your Q Why? Because there can be lots of greasy build-up on (and...read more

Best Fest
Ottawa International Children’s Festival
First published 2010.05.20 | Ottawa | Out & About
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Ottawa International Children’s Festival (OICF). If you haven’t been before, this is the year to go and take advantage of the opportunity to introduce your...read more

Small Wonders
Birthday Cupcakes in Ottawa
First published 2010.05.13 | Ottawa | Birthday Parties
Cupcakes are hot—but that’s not the only reason to follow the trend. They’re practical, too. With no fork or plate required, no slicing or serving needed, guests (big or small) can just dig right in,...read more

Not the Usual Brunch
Mother’s Day Picnics in Ottawa
First published 2010.05.06 | Ottawa | Out & About
When it comes to Mother’s Day, we’ve learned that the best gift you can give is time. That could mean time away to relax, or some much-needed quality time with our children (while someone else does...read more

Ottawa: The Savvy Guide to May
May 2010
First published 2010.04.29 | Ottawa | Monthly Guide
If April brings with it the promise of spring, then May’s popularity must come from its ability to deliver. A promise is a promise, but May is the real deal. Here’s how to make sure you make the...read more

Get Your Wheels On
Cycling in Ottawa
First published 2010.04.22 | Ottawa | Out & About
Spring has sprung, and all around you the neighbours’ kids are dusting off their bicycles. Meanwhile, your kids’ bikes are too small, too rusty, missing a chain or sporting a flat tire. Stop feeling...read more

Easy Cheesy
Serious Cheese
First published 2010.04.15 | Ottawa | Food & Drink
An all-time classic sandwich like the grilled cheese brings out some surprisingly strong opinions on how it is best made and served. Some insist on eating their grilled cheese with a cup of tomato...read more

The Urban Sugar Shack
Maple Sugar Fest
First published 2010.04.08 | Ottawa | Out & About
It’s spring, and the sugar bush beckons—but you look at your car-hating children, consider the hour-long drive out to the maple-studded countryside and wonder: “Is there an easier way to do this?”...read more

The Easter Equation
Easter Activities in Ottawa
First published 2010.04.01 | Ottawa | Out & About
Did you know there’s a formula for a successful long weekend? Good food + fun activities = happy family memories. Easter weekend fits into this equation quite nicely. Break it into two parts—the...read more

Ottawa: The Savvy Guide to April
April 2010
First published 2010.03.25 | Ottawa | Monthly Guide
Eggs are, without a doubt, the pre-eminent symbol of April (preferably chocolate ones), so this month we’re celebrating fertility, chocolate and Mother Earth. You see the connections? We’re looking...read more

Show Us the Money
Money-related Fun
First published 2010.03.18 | Ottawa | Family Life
Some people have a lot and some people don’t. Some think it makes the world go ‘round and others think it’s plain rude to discuss in public. All we know is that our kids need to understand it, and...read more

Break Free for the Break
Simple March Break Ideas
First published 2010.03.11 | Ottawa | Out & About
Dear Kids, We love you, we really do, and we always try hard to expose you to all the excellent events and activities that Ottawa has to offer, but sometimes Mom and Dad just can’t deal with the...read more

No Knit Wit
Wabi Sabi
First published 2010.03.04 | Ottawa | Out & About
Wabi Sabi: A Japanese term referring to an aesthetic that is both beautiful and imperfect at the same time. Kind of describes parenting, doesn’t it? It’s also the name of a unique store in Ottawa’s...read more

Ottawa: The Savvy Guide to March
March 2010
First published 2010.02.25 | Ottawa | Monthly Guide
You just can’t count on March for anything. Sometimes it rains, sometimes it snows. It’s not always winter but it’s not yet spring. Neurotic, perhaps, but there is still lots to do. Here’s our guide...read more

Signs of the Times
Signing Start Sign Language Classes
First published 2010.02.18 | Ottawa | Out & About
When a baby learns to wave “bye-bye”, it’s a developmental milestone that’s downright thrilling for a new parent. Just think about what’s happening in those tiny brains! Not only has the child...read more

The Olympic Weekend of Love
Fun Things to Do This Long Weekend
First published 2010.02.11 | Ottawa | Out & About
This long weekend is chock full of Valentine’s Day, Family Day, Chinese New Year and the official opening of the Games. It’s a love weekend of Olympic proportions, to be sure. Here’s how we’re...read more

Loving the Tiger
T & T Supermarket in Ottawa
First published 2010.02.04 | Ottawa | Food & Drink
Next weekend is filled with the love of Valentine’s Day and Family Day, but did you know there is yet another occasion to celebrate on February 14? That’s right, the Chinese New Year is upon us and...read more

Ottawa: The Savvy Guide to February
February 2010
First published 2010.01.28 | Ottawa | Monthly Guide
Feb gets a bad rap but let’s look closer. We’ve got a lot of love this month with Family Day and Valentine’s Day. And if you’re in BC and you don’t have Family Day, you’ve got the Olympics to be...read more

So Mush Fun
Dogsledding at Montebello
First published 2010.01.21 | Ottawa | Out & About
When we think about our home and native land some of the things that spring to mind are poutine, maple syrup, ice skating, and…dogsledding? It’s the only thing on the list we bet you haven’t tried...read more