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A Long Winter’s Night: Fun Family Ideas For at Home in Vancouver

With a bit of creativity and planning, there’s plenty of ways to have a family adventure without leaving the living room!

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5 New Year’s Resolutions for Home Organization

Your home can help you live the most beautiful life possible. These 5 New Year’s Resolutions for home organization are a great way to start.

I Haven’t Seen Him In 25 Years! Here’s Why You Should Update Emergency Contacts

I don’t think my first university boyfriend, who I haven’t seen or talked to for more than two decades, would be the person I would want making decisions for me.

Fun Weekend Idea: a DIY Hot Chocolate Bar

Setting out the toppings and letting your kids make their own special, indulgent hot chocolate is not only easy, it’s fun, interactive, and a nice treat!

Meals to Make for New Parents (Or Anyone in Need)

New parents, or other friends in need, could use a helping hand sometimes. Lend yours with these fast and delish pre-prepared ideas.

How An Octopus Taught My Family An Important Lesson

There’s still so much beauty to believe in, and so much hope to hold onto. Life is fragile and the only anecdote is to love each other anyway.

Snow Much Fun: Things To Do Outdoors This Winter in the Greater Vancouver Region

It doesn’t take much to have lots of fun in winter in the Vancouver area. Here’s a round-up of local options to get you out for some winter activities.

7 Winter Day Trips to Take from Calgary

There are plenty of amazing places to visit that are less than two hours away from Calgary, and totally worth the trip. Here are a few of the amazing gems that make for a great day trip!

Giving Myself Permission to Get the Bare Minimum Done

I’m still a mother, an employee, a teacher again. So until an end to all of this is closer, I’m going to allow myself to limp across the finish line.

6 Pots and Pans Every Home Cook Needs

Cooking more at home these days? Read on for our top 6 pots and pans every home cook needs in their kitchen.

How To Throw a Year-End Party for One in 2020

Is it still 2020? Of course it is. But if you’re *still* getting up every day and adulting, we think that deserves to be celebrated.

Why My 10-Year Old Isn’t Getting a Phone for Christmas

My ten-year old really wants a smartphone for Christmas. My ten-year old is going to be really disappointed on Christmas morning.

Where to Get Your Turkey Dinner Take Away in Ottawa This Year

If you’re having a smaller holiday dinner this year, why not order out? Here are a few of the many restaurants offering a turkey dinner take away.

New Books To Add To Your Winter Reading List

This winter, take a trip back in time to 1670s England, dive into emotional family dramas, and give yourself an adrenaline rush with the latest dark and twisty thrillers.

Where To Get Christmas Dinner To Go in Greater Vancouver

Many of us are looking to make the holiday season as simple as possible, including the holiday meal. Local restaurants have responded. Here’s how.

Why I Plan on ‘Bribing’ My Way Through the Winter Break This Year

If I want to get my son outdoors to go on a walk, I’ll bribe. Take a shower? Bribe. Reading books? Bribe.

The Best Christmas Dinners To Go in Toronto

It won’t be the same this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy one of the best to-go Christmas dinners in the city. Here’s where to get your feast.

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How to Make Your Own Backyard Rink

Follow these steps, tips, and tricks to create your very own backyard rink for safe, socially distanced fun this winter.

A Great Family Experience This Season: Ross Petty’s Annual Show Is Airing in December

Most of our holiday traditions are on hold, but this theatre company has figured out a new way to bring a nostalgic holiday tradition home to families.

Where To Get Christmas Dinner To Go In Calgary

With restrictions on social gatherings, many are opting for a simplified Christmas meal, and for a lot, that means getting someone else to do the cooking.