Deanna Regan
As a journalism and recent SFU creative writing graduate, Deanna loves writing almost as much as trail running and skiing on nearby mountains. Aside from freelance work, a novel in progress, and a full-time job she is chief life coach and chauffeur to three daughters.
Fun Family Day Events in Vancouver
Whether you’re a fan of hockey, bouncy castles, or the wild outdoors, there’s something for every family to do in Vancouver during the Family Day long weekend.
Best Kids’ Birthday Party Spots in Vancouver
Check out the latest and greatest birthday party offerings in your Vancouver neighbourhood and let your child shine like the star they are on their special day.
Be Earthquake Ready
If you were shaken by the earthquake December 30 and immediately thought, I am not prepared for this, you are not alone. The average Canadian family is not prepared for such natural disasters. But it’s a new year and a new you, so let’s cross this off of our to-do list once and for all, and saunter into 2016 feeling a little lighter and more prepared.
How to Make the Most of Winter in Vancouver
What better way to welcome 2016 than to slip and slide into it with those you cherish most. And the snow on the North Shore Mountains is a welcome sight after last year, so if you didn’t get a chance to build a snowman over Christmas, resolve to make one now. Here are some frosty fun ways to make the most of our winter weather.
Budget-Friendly Outings to Do this Holiday Break in Vancouver
Get out and enjoy the festive lights and holiday cheer without damaging your bank account. There are lots of things to do around Vancouver this season that are free, or almost free.
End the Summer at the PNE
It’s time to be a kid again, the Pacific National Exhibition is open. There is serious potential for fabulous family fun this year, but you need to plan your day for it to fly without a hitch…and by hitch we mean meltdown. Follow our five mandatory steps for success and this day might be the highlight of summer.
3 Fun Extracurricular Classes for Kids in Vancouver
It’s painful but true: parents are getting ready for back to school, even if our children are not. And signing up for extracurricular activities is high on our priority list, so here are some fantastic unique options to check out for the developing minds in your tender loving care.
Summer Staycation
It’s easy to have a staycation in Vancouver, the hard thing is choosing from the amazing options on our doorstep. So don’t go anywhere—stay in Vancouver for the best fun this summer.
Fishy Festivals
Each May, thousands of young salmon are released into streams and tributaries around the Lower Mainland. Head to Tynehead Hatchery for their Salmon Send Off or to the Stoney Creek Great Salmon Send Off—both a fantastic opportunity for our small fry to learn about the life cycle of the salmon, and the ways we can protect our streams and fisheries.
Sweet Dreams
Meditation has become a buzzword, and along with it, useful mantras that help calm and quiet the mind. When your children have trouble sleeping, give these a try.