Gardening with kids can sow the seeds of a lifelong love of plants, the earth, and nature\'s wonders. As well as sharing an outdoor activity, you can teach your child about environmental stewardship.Ma
Most of us dine out once or twice a week. Pre-oil crash, Albertans led the country in restaurant spending, shilling out $2,137 each in 2014. Now that we’re in tougher economic times, saving money may
Did you know that being in a garden can change how kids see healthy eating? And getting their hands dirty could help protect our rapidly shrinking farms? Here’s why.If you ate today, you can thank Can
With academic, creative, and sports endeavours, kids’ lives today are often as busy as their parents’. Communities are realizing that it’s more important than ever not only to help kids find ways to m
Exercising together creates a healthier mind, body, and family connection. Commit to getting fit as a family with these creative and fun activities!It’s time to get off the bench and resolve to get fi
Are screens dominating your family time? These creative ideas (from a mom who’s tried them!) will make you excited about screen-free activities. Our tips will also help you make the most out of screen
Bring the kids food shopping at the farmers’ market for an opportunity to learn about where fresh food comes from, how it’s grown, and what it takes to cook a nutritious dinner (they actually want to
When kids are stuck inside, it’s difficult to keep them amused and active. Try some of these boredom busters that quash the dreaded cries of “I’m bored” and boost the body and mind at the same time.Th
When it comes to the well-being of our children, there isn’t much we wouldn’t do. We deliberate over what we feed them, where it comes from, and how it’s prepared. We consider how much exercise, scree
When you are a parent of a child, and also a child of a parent afflicted with dementia, how do you plan for what’s coming? Sometimes, you just don’t.All the world is not a stage. Though, from the age
