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Best Family-Friendly Local Vancouver Beaches
We are fortunate to have an amazing selection of public Vancouver beaches in and around the city, complete with sand, spectacular views, and activities.
13 Old School Ways to Play
Go back in time and have some family fun with these 13 classic summer activities. Find out more about these ways to play.
My Epic, Last-Minute Galapagos Family Trip of a Lifetime
I made a decision that is wildly irresponsible on paper and was deeply necessary for my soul: I took us on an epic family trip to the Galapagos.
What Parents Need to Know About Heatstroke in Babies and Kids
Rising temperatures and mid-summer heatwaves mean parents need to be extra vigilant about heatstroke in babies and young children.
Top Spots for Ice Cream in Toronto
There’s nothing more perfect on a warm day than a sticky, sweet, dripping ice cream cone. Here are our favourite spots to get ice cream in Toronto.
Summer Is a Special Kind of Torture for Working Moms
The days were long and life was good. This was childhood. This was summer. We were blissfully unaware of what it all meant for our parents.
Where to Get the Best Ice Cream in Ottawa
Here are our picks for the best ice cream in Ottawa — unique flavours, fun dips and add-ins, variety, and flavour. It’s the very best of the good stuff in the capital.
Where to Find the Best Ice Cream in Calgary
Take your family on a sweet outing for ice cream in Calgary. Maybe you’ll make it your mission to visit every single one before summer’s out! (We won’t judge.)
Eat This Superfood to Beat the Heat During the Dog Days of Summer
Don’t grab a sports drink on hot days. Reach for watermelon, summer’s greatest superfood, with all the watermelon benefits you can name…
How Much Should Your Kids Be Reading Over Summer?
We look at summer learning loss, how many books should your kids be reading over summer, the dangers of apps, and some great book recommendations.