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Backyard Makeover
After a long, cold winter, it’s nice to see our backyards, patios and balconies free from snow again. But they definitely need a bit of sprucing up, so we’ve selected our favourite outdoor pieces, décor and accessories to help us enjoy summer.
Active Adventure and Unique Races in the GTA
Experiences make great memories. So this summer, let’s add some one-of-a-kind experiences of the active nature. From mud to inflatables,…
10 Awesome Summer Camps
Every kid looks forward to summer vacation—and every parent counts the hours until the first ‘I’m bored.’ Stop boredom before it happens with a fun day camp.
20 Ways to Say ‘I Love You, Mom’
Why do moms need a Mother’s Day gift guide? Well, as the ultimate multitaskers, Mother’s Day is not just about us. We’ve got our own moms to celebrate, and it’s our duty to help make our mother-in-law’s day great too. To give your own family some inspiration on what to get you, we suggest forwarding this to Superdad himself. Or better yet, send it to that BFF he consults before making gift purchases.
Mexican-Inspired Meals for the Whole Family
Some like it hot, and some definitely do not. Regardless of how much heat they can handle, pretty much every…
10 Places to Shop Local and Eat Healthy
It’s not just flowers that grow in May, there is a new bounty of beautiful local produce to find at farmers’ markets that will be open this weekend. Find out more.
12 Best Summer Camps in Calgary
It’s doesn’t take a mathematician to solve the tough problem of finding something for bored kids to do during the school-free summer months. Here’s the solution.
41 Things SavvyMoms Don’t Leave Home Without
Some women are all about the ‘it bag.’ At Savvy HQ, we’re more about the ‘it’ that’s inside the bag. Here’s our editors’ list of 41 Things SavvyMoms Don’t Leave Home Without—from the insiders at SavvyMom.
9 Places to Play Mini Putt in Vancouver
Who doesn’t have fond memories of playing mini golf as a kid? It’s a low-cost activity that the whole family…
Best for Baby
Our moms-in-the-know round-up of the best baby and kid shops in and around Toronto.
‘A’ Is for Art
Got a budding Tom Thomson or Emily Carr at home? Work as a family to create a ready-for-the-wall canvas with a Canadian theme at workshops by Elemenopaint. Find out more.
5 Spring Style Essentials
Off the runway and into your closet, these five style staples are essential for any spring wardrobe. Find out what’s trending this season.
Camp Days of Summer
No matter what your kids’ interests, there’s a camp that’s perfect for them. Here’s our roundup of the top summer camps in Ottawa.
Keep It Pur
What’s smashable, flexible, rollable, foldable, fits right into your purse, knapsack or even your pocket and quenches your thirst when needed? Find out here!
A Spring Awakening
It’s beginning to look a lot like…spring! Finally. We welcome the bright colours and warmer temps by switching stuff up—in our wardrobes, in the home, and with the kids’ accessories. Here are 11 Ways to Spring into Spring and welcome the long overdue season.
Birthday Parties that Come to You
When it comes to creating birthday party bliss, getting the kids out to a venue while juggling food and decorations…
The Best Spring Gear for Kids
Goodbye ripped snowpants and destroyed winter boats. Hello spring coats, footwear and accessories!
The Best Summer Day Camps in Ottawa
Ottawa has many summer day camp options for kids of all ages—and we’ve rounded up a few of the best ones to make your search that much easier.
The Best Baby Products Ever
There are baby products that work, and then there are the baby products we swear by. The ones that got us through bringing up our babies—or that we wish we’d had. They’re the items we buy for our friends and for baby showers because we know that no new mom should be without them.
11 Easter Excursions
It’s time to get our chicks in a row and start planning Easter excursions with our families. From specialty brunches to visits with newborn bunnies, there are hoppin’ events happening all over the city. Here’s a look at the best of them.