The extension of the state of emergency until June 2nd can be daunting to those of us with creative minds. I find myself experiencing a vicious cycle of bland ideas that I am constantly revisiting due to a lack of real world experiences. However, I’ve decided to follow my version of ‘the three R’s,’ and […]
Ever since the Covid 19 pandemic began I have found myself counting my blessings. One of those blessings is that I live in Canada. I am so grateful that I live here and that my immediate family lives here. I truly believe that every branch of government here cares about us and has the best […]
Digging in soil and tending a garden can improve your mental and physical health, according to gardening experts, so why not get your hands dirty during the COVID-19 pandemic and do some planting? Isaac Crosby is a program coordinator and the lead hand in urban agriculture at Evergreen Brickworks in Toronto. Crosby is from Anderdon […]
Ever since Ontario declared a state of emergency and everyone went to isolation I’ve been wondering what people do on their birthdays? I see birthday notifications come up on my Facebook, and I know that a lot of my friends have children who also have birthdays. With social distancing restrictions in place we can’t throw […]
COVID-19 has forced us all to make lifestyle changes; working from home, virtual parties with friends, lining up to get into a store, and limiting outdoor activity to a walk once a day. I see people tweeting about getting back to normal, but what part of normal should we or do we want to get […]
During this COVID-19 pandemic, like most people, I am spending most of my time at home. Being an extrovert who enjoys the hustle and bustle of Toronto, I was at first nervous about spending so much time indoors, however I have found that I am adapting to this new lifestyle better than expected. I have […]
With March Break camps cancelled and schools closed until at least May 4, you might be looking for fun ideas to keep your kids busy. There are plenty of live streams to check out these days and we’re seeing a surge in fun ones for kids. Check out our list below: [Storytime] Anishinabek Nation Youth’s […]
Stoked for warmer weather? You may not believe us, but it’s the perfect time to get ready for the garden! Whether you’re living with a backyard or a balcony setup, there is plenty you can do to be ahead of the curve and amp yourself up for the spring and summer. Plus, it’s another great reason […]
With January well behind us, those of us who procrastinated at making a new year’s resolution might be looking for a different way to inspire change. Ever heard of a vision board? These crafty and fun displays can be anything you want them to be, but they have one thing in common: they help you […]
There are many things to love about Valentines Day. The sweet-scented candles, the abundance of red everywhere, the sense of belonging to name a few. One thing that isn’t loved are the expenses that could come with pleasing your valentine. With the suggestions below, re-invent your Valentines Day with these 14 (see what was done […]