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Road Trip Snacks That Travel Well
Off to a cottage or making your way across Canada? Your family needs to be well-fed on the way! Here are some road trip snacks that travel well…
A Week’s Worth of No-Cook Dinners
These refreshingly easy recipes for no-cook dinners are perfect for those nights (or weeks) when you want to give your oven a little vacation of its own.
Summer Family Fun in Vancouver in July
Check out some of the fun happening around the region, from festivals to fairs, shows to markets. These great events are in and around Vancouver in July…
Fun Family Activities and Events in Calgary in July
There are so many ways to get outside and enjoy the sunshine with your family in Calgary in July. Check out some of our favourites!
Fun Family Events in Ottawa in July
With a lineup of exciting events and activities, there’s no shortage of adventure for everyone with these family events and activities in Ottawa in July.
Canada Day Ice Cream Cake
This Canada Day ice cream cake features fresh raspberries so we’ll devour the frozen goodness with glowing hearts and minimal guilty conscience.
Fun Things to Do with Kids in Toronto in July
If you’re sticking around the city, your family has a ton of fun things to do in Toronto in July.
The Savvy Guide to July
School is out and the pools and parks are open. Summer is here! But, it won’t last forever. Here’s our Savvy Guide to July to help you make the most of it.
An Easy, Last-Minute Guide to a Canada Day Gathering
If you’re holding a Canada Day gathering—even just with a simple family get-together, here are a few last-minute entertaining, decor, and recipe ideas.
Why Is My Husband Always in a Bad Mood?
I put a name to the phenomenon of my husband always being in a bad mood. I call this “haunting the house.” It is usually an expression of passive aggressive control.
Tips & Tricks to Make Your Next Beach Trip a Breeze
Whether your brood is braving the waves or playing in the sand, here’s a list of what to take to the beach, along with some helpful tips to set yourself up for success on your next beach trip.
The Savvy Summer Survival Guide
Our Savvy Summer Survival Guide shares tips and ideas for new and new-to-you ways to maximize your summer fun and live your best summer family life.
Expert Sun Safety Information & Tips
We sought out an expert for her sun safety information and tips because even the savviest among us get stumped when it comes to SPF, UVA, and UVB ratings.
Summer Red Pepper Soup
This easy-to-prepare soup has just the right amount of sweetness, making it appeal to even the pickiest of eaters. This summer red pepper soup is a wonderful summer side.
Thoughtful Thank You Gifts for the Cottage
The best gifts for the cottage that say thank you for the gift of an invite, so hopefully you’ll be invited back next year. And the next year!
Ballpark Hot Dogs
It’s actually very easy to replicate the deliciousness of ballpark hot dogs at home. The result is also similar to IKEA and Costco hot dogs.
How to Ruin Your Kids on a Vacation to Paris
After our vacation to Paris, trying to get my kids excited about anything less than a five-star eco-lodge with an in-room hot tub is almost impossible.
Colourful Coleslaw
This colourful coleslaw recipe is a classic one with great crunch, and it looks good as a side on any plate or on summer sandwiches as a topping.
Best U-Pick Berry Farms in the Vancouver-Area
Read on for a list of the top U-pick berry farms, with markets and tons of great activities around Vancouver. Some even offer ice cream!
U-Pick Berry Farms Near Calgary
Here are some of the best U-Pick berry farms near Calgary so you can get your fill of fresh berries (or even veggies and flowers!)