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Words & Photos Tanya Murchie “Be yourself – everyone else is taken” – Oscar Wilde Spring is in the air – no more dull grey skies and drizzle. Blue skies, fragrant air, tulips and daffodils delight us. With the arrival of a fresh, inspiring season, I feel that I need to pack away my heavy [...]

Words Jesse Holth Nothing is more important than ensuring your child is in a safe, fun, and educational environment – whether at home or in someone else’s care. Preschool and daycare offer the chance to socialize, learn, play and grow. For busy parents, that might mean part-time or full-time programs.  Daycare and preschool are sometimes

Words Darcie Jennings, Founder & Head Trainer, CommuniCanine Training & Behavioral Counselling Bringing a new puppy into your home is an exciting experience. Puppies are like sponges, soaking up information from their environment, so it’s crucial to provide them with the right foundation early on. Proper training, thoughtful socialization and recognizing and addressing any behavioural

Words Robin Evan Willis, Registered Clinical Counsellor If you've been feeling more anxious or exhausted than usual, you're not alone. We're living through a convergence of crises: economic instability, escalating global conflict, climate anxiety and deepening social division. The relentless churn of alarming news leaves many of us overwhelmed and unsettled. But staying informed doesn't

Words Tabatha Golat I first heard whisperings about The Residence, the new Netflix mystery series, through social media. I was intrigued, but I’ll admit, the promotional clips didn’t pull me in. After debating what to watch next, I finally pressed play, and I’m so glad I did. The show stars Uzo Aduba as Detective Cupp,

Words & Photos Vanessa Lee, Storyoga The welcome arrival of spring naturally calls us to spend more time outdoors. The earth is waking up and new life is buzzing all around. For children, nature is the perfect playscape for exploration, growth and learning. The possibilities are endless in capturing the curiosity and attention of such

Words Connie Dunwoody, Broadmead Care My cousin messaged me the other day, asking for advice. She is in the process of finding a space for her mom in a long term care home. With her dad in the hospital, and her mom needing 24/7 care, she’s just about at her wits’ end, running back and

Words Dr. Marita Schauch, ND, Tall Tree Integrated Health Centre Instagram and TikTok filters have brought about the biggest rise in women turning to cosmetic surgeries, with mothers especially being targeted with the "mommy makeover" packages. But what if I told you that the secret to the biggest glow up actually lies in how you