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Words Tabatha Golat I discovered The Baltimorons trailer online and was immediately drawn to this charming, quirky comedy. It promised a sweet, heartfelt story, and it more than delivered, becoming this month’s Screen Scene recommendation. The film, directed by Jay Duplass and co-written with Michael Strassner, premiered at the South by Southwest Film & TV [...]

Words Jackie LaPlante Yes, it is February and everything is about love. Does it seem that everyone, these days, is reading romance novels? Why the sudden popularity in this genre? From spicy hockey romance to sweet love to “romantasy,” everyone, from the young romantic to the slick executive, is embracing the cute, colourful covers and

Words Kelly Pacheco, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones When Mark started his graphic design company in Picton, Ontario, eight years ago, the legal structure of his business wasn’t top of mind. But now that his company has grown, with three full-time employees and clients seeking him out rather than the other way around, he’s started to

Words & Photo Shelley Tice The first light of a new year has a way of steadying us. It asks nothing, rushes nothing, and yet quietly reminds us that fresh beginnings don’t need fanfare – just space. On a crisp Sunday morning, I found that space at Island View Beach, wrapped in layers, holding a

Words Tabatha Golat Have you ever wondered where you would spend eternity if you had the choice? Or what might happen at the junction between life and whatever comes next? These are the questions at the heart of this month’s Screen Scene recommendation, Eternity, an A24 film directed by David Freyne (in theatres at the

Words Tina Kelly One step forward, three steps back. That is the rhythm of my to-read list. In 2025, I worked hard to shrink the list below 100 titles but with the constant stream of new publications, it’s ballooned to 137. These science and nature-focused books await reading in 2026. Vanishing Treasures: A Bestiary of

Words & Photos Stephanie Staples I’ve been a raving fan of TED Talks for longer than I can remember. But with in-person ticket prices for a Vancouver event hovering around the $7,000+ range, I happily settled for watching TED Talks online. That is, until TEDx independent events hit the scene. Suddenly, a whole new world

Words Leslie Denko, Mortgage Broker, Mortgage Alliance Cutting Edge Lending For many Canadian retirees, the key to a comfortable retirement is ensuring they have the cashflow needed to support the lifestyle they’ve worked hard to achieve. While some may plan to eventually sell their home to unlock equity, an increasing number are discovering a flexible

Words Connie Dunwoody, Broadmead Care When I was a teenager, my dad and I sometimes struggled to understand each other. I was (mostly) grumpy and always ready to push back. He was strict, serious, and not easy for me to talk to. My brother could sit with him and discuss ideas for ages, but I