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14 Creative Loot Bag Ideas
For the best birthday party loot bags, think quality over quantity this party season and turn to one of these 14 creative ideas.
SavvyMom “Nut Job 2 Advanced Screening Giveaway” Contest! | Rules & Regulations
The following contest is intended for play in Canada only and shall only be construed and evaluated according to Canadian…
13 of the Best Summer Books for 2017
Whether you plan to spend entire days lounging around with your feet up or you’re hoping to devour a few pages when the kids are in bed, here are our picks for best summer books 2017.
Canada 150 Events in and Around Calgary
Canada’s 150th birthday is something to celebrate! We’ve sussed out the best family-friendly events to get your patriotism on in and around the city.
Club Square is Ottawa’s Hottest Destination for Kids
Club Square, the new ‘edutainment’ facility in Ottawa’s West End, has everything kids (and parents) will love. From great summer day camps to classes in art, coding and LEGO building – there’s something for everyone to take advantage of.
fashiontruck: A Cute Mobile Boutique With Even Cuter Clothes
Fashiontruck is a chic, adorable mobile boutique featuring great style at reasonable prices. And the beauty of is that it’s, well, a truck. Meaning it has wheels and can be parked in your driveway, outside your gym or at your next parent council meeting.
6 Ways to Eat Healthier This Summer (Without Trying Very Hard)
One of my favourite life hacks for achieving this is keeping a bottle of real fruit juice in the fridge. When you get the good stuff, aka real, no-sugar-added, honest-to-goodness-old-fashioned Florida orange juice, you reap the benefits.
Canada 150 Festivities: Happening at Rouge National Urban Park
In honour of the big 1-5-0 for Canada this year, the park is playing host to a bunch of great events that also happen to be free.
Moms Raise Awareness for Childhood Cancer at First Canadian Mom Shave Event
With more than 10,000 children battling cancer in Canada, Childhood Cancer Canada is hoping to raise awareness about the need for research funding with events like the Mom Shave event I attended today. Thankfully there were tissues.
The Beauty of 7-Year-Old Awkwardness
My 7-year old daughter came running into the kitchen excitedly when she heard music playing. She wanted to dance. Her movement strikes me. It holds me still in my place. And so I just stand back and watch.
An Ode To Naps
I took my son to see Captain Underpants on Saturday. I wish I could tell you if the movie was worth seeing or not, but I was fast asleep for most of it. I love and need my naps.
I Have Mixed Feelings About Canada Day
On one hand, I’m as excited to have a day off with friends and family as the next person. But on the other, the prospect of celebrating Canada Day doesn’t sit right with me, knowing the abuses that have gone on.
Ice Wine Sangria
On a hot summer day, there’s nothing more refreshing – and relaxing – than a glass of cold sangria. While usually made with red or white wine, we’ve flipped the switch and made this version with Niagara ice wine. Infused with plenty of fresh fruit, this drink is both sweet and satisfying.
Watermelon Caprese Skewers
Made with just four ingredients, this portable salad alternative is fresh and fruity not to mention healthy and hydrating. Three cheers for party foods you feel good about serving!
True North Chip Collection
Ketchup potato chips and Hawkins Cheezies are just a few of the salty snacks created north of the border. Make your own all-Canadian munchie mix by combining a few different flavours and brands together.
An Amazing Little Getaway: Harrison Hot Springs
Looking for a great day trip in the Vancouver area? Harrison Hot Springs is a 90 minute drive east of Vancouver and offers up the option for your family to just float around the hot springs-fed pools at the resort, or explore a ton of outdoorsy activities in the local area.
Canadian Clubhouse Sandwich
Serve this sandwich at any of your Canada Day parties this summer and your guests are guaranteed to come back for more.
A Fun Kids’ Birthday Party Idea: Roller Skating at Monkey Around
A kids’ birthday party idea that stands out from the crowd these days is a roller skating party. And the only place to offer up roller skating as part of the birthday party package in Ottawa is at Monkey Around Play and Learn Centre.
This Birthday Party Venue in Toronto is Both Kid-Approved and Affordable
North Beach Volleyball tops my birthday party venue list for a number of reasons, the proof being that between my daughter and my son, we’ve had three parties there and attended many more.
9 Indoor Playgrounds in Ottawa
We’re always on the lookout for fun things to do with our stir-crazy kids. Why not try one of these fun and fabulous indoor playgrounds we scoured the city to find for you?