Night-Scented Flowers for Sweet Smelling Summer Evenings

Night-Scented Flowers for Sweet Smelling Summer Evenings

By Harry Bodell One of the many pleasures summer brings is the time we can spend sitting in our gardens on a warm evening. After a long day, it is the perfect time to relax in our beloved outdoor space.

15 Tax Free Income Sources for Canadians

15 Tax Free Income Sources for Canadians

H&R Block Canada points to multiple income streams you don’t have to pay tax on, but cautions you still may need to declare it when filing your taxes – even if it’s tax-free

The Best Ways to Repel or Kill Mosquitos

The Best Ways to Repel or Kill Mosquitos

Some places in Canada claim the mosquito is their national bird! They’re big and plentiful in these parts, always waiting to turn our outdoor events into a bloody feast and days of itchy misery. If that wasn’t bad enough, they’re known carriers of several diseases.

Majority of Canadians Say Canada is Failing Independent Seniors

Majority of Canadians Say Canada is Failing Independent Seniors

Six in Ten Canadians Say Canada isn’t Doing Enough to Support Seniors Aging at Home, New Survey Finds

6 Easy Berry Bushes for Your Canadian Garden

6 Easy Berry Bushes for Your Canadian Garden

Berry bushes bring nutritious sweetness into your edible landscape. There are suitable varieties for every size of yard or patio, from fence climbers to patio pots. They’re usually planted in Spring and grow almost anywhere in Canada, so you’ll often find them in garden centres this time of year.

The Very Best FREE Coupon Apps for Canadians

The Very Best FREE Coupon Apps for Canadians

Most Canadians want to save money when they can. Clipping print coupons is an effective way to do that, but you have to go through volumes of paper to find one you need, cut it out, carry it around with you, and then remember to use it during checkout before it expires. That’s a lot […]

Tips for Travelling with Physical Challenges

Tips for Travelling with Physical Challenges

Canadians with “disabilities” and physical challenges may struggle to plan vacations and other travel. While this includes those with permanent physical challenges, such as paralysis, the truth is that many other people have physical problems that make travel intimidating and scary. Seniors and those suffering from less visible challenges like arthritis, can also struggle with […]

Food Preservation Guide – Getting Started

Food Preservation Guide – Getting Started

Welcome to our series on food preservation. It’s a five-part series of articles that will take you through all food preservation options, including freezing, fruit preserves, dehydrating, canning and pickling. We’ll include recipes too! This introduction summarizes your options, shows you where to find bulk produce at the best prices, and offers other helpful preservation […]

5 Easy Ways to Improve Air Quality in Your Home Office

5 Easy Ways to Improve Air Quality in Your Home Office

We’re celebrating Clean Air Month (May) with a few tips for improving air quality in your home office. Try a few and you’ll be breathing better by Clean Air Day in Canada, which will be celebrated on the first Wednesday in June.

Top Books to Inspire Today’s Kids to Save Tomorrow’s Earth

Top Books to Inspire Today’s Kids to Save Tomorrow’s Earth

Kids can save the planet’s future, if they start thinking about the problems early in their development. Early introduction allows it to become second nature, but awareness can be nurtured at any age.

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