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What’s Good for the Gander Is Great for the Slopes
Thanksgiving is not just about the turkey. For skiers and snowboarders, it’s the weekend to update equipment and slide into some new long underwear. The legendary Whistler Blackcomb Ski and Snowboard Turkey Sale and Swap runs October 10-13, and is the perfect time to outfit your little ski bunny for the mountains.
The Perfect Thanksgiving Potato Side Dish
This Thanksgiving, serve up something healthier than the standard mashed potatoes with cream and butter. This deliciously savoury ‘Smashed’ Fingerling Potatoes with Lemon and Thyme is made with simple ingredients, and we also love that you can do most of the prep for this one in advance.
Sorel Out n About™ Leather Boot
This pick was made for walking—and Canadian fall weather.
Soften the Blow: How to Deliver Bad News
Hearing shocking news is always rough, but don’t underestimate the huge difference that delivering the information the right way can make. Here’s how to break bad news to someone.
Nordstrom Arrives in Calgary
Calgary is one lucky city. We’ve now got the first Nordstrom department store in Canada. But this high-end retailer offers more than our favourite designer labels. Head here for kids wear, free classes and family-friendly dining.
Dinner to Go: The Flying Banzini Takeout
Leave all the cooking for next weekend’s Thanksgiving dinner. Order a custom sandwich to go and give yourself a break this week with takeout from The Flying Banzini. Find out more.
Where to Play
Active playtime has many benefits for both kids and parents. Lucky for us the list of places to go to wear the troops out this fall just got longer with Origins Parkour, Extreme Air Park, and Terra Nova Adventure Play Environment. Whether you are restless in Richmond or in Vancouver or just looking for a new birthday party spot or day trip destination, we’ve got you covered.
6 Places to See Animals in Vancouver
It’s no secret that kids love animals. Critters of all shapes and sizes fill their lives—in their books, movies, toys and clothing. So, indulge the wonderment this summer with some animal day trips.
Minnow’s Five Things
Fancy bracelets that work for you, Savvy moms on TV and a clever new ad. That’s what caught Minnow’s attention this week.