Smart Tips

After a harsh winter you're probably ready to erase the damage caused by Mother Nature’s frigid wrath. To help you gear up for the warmer weather, here's a spring cleaning checklist for your home to keep it looking good and trouble-free.

Although they may look delicate, snowdrops are very hardy little flowers that bloom before the last of winter's snow has melted. Here are some tips for cultivating snowdrops in your garden.

Few sights are as pretty as the first crocuses of spring blooming beside patches of melting snow. We'll give you all of the pointers you need to add these stunning plants to your lawn and garden.

Tulips are the quintessential spring bulb, available in many sizes, shapes and colours to suit any landscape. By selecting varieties with different flowering times, you can enjoy a steady display of blooms from early to late spring. Here are some poi

Planning a staycation this summer? There’s no better way to take in the best of your home city – while also experiencing international vibes – than by checking out one (or more) of the many local festivals happening from June through August. Read on

We all love Vancouve, it’s just that sometimes it’s good to get away. These four day trips offer a unique break from the city.

Daffodils are versatile bulbs, as comfortable in formal landscapes as in meadows or open woodlands. Follow these tips to grow healthier and more colourful daffodils in your garden.

While clogged drains can be unpleasant, you can usually avoid an overly messy job with proper care and attention. If cleaning solutions and plunging aren’t getting the job done, there are a few plumbing snake tricks you can try to loosen the debris a

Developing a basic understanding of PVC piping and how it can be cut, fitted and installed in your home with ease, can help you understand the benefits of this versatile material.

Whether you’re connecting a new dishwasher or fixing a drain hose, you’ll want to know what type of tubing you need to get the job done. Learning about the benefits and uses of vinyl tubing will help you to understand if it’s the right fit for your D

Now that spring is here and summer is on its way, you may be itching for a road trip away from the concrete jungle of Hogtown. Here are some of the places closest to Toronto where the Discovery Pass can get you in for free!

Winter slush, sleet and salt can make any coat look dingy in no time. Whether it's because your coat simply needs to be cleaned or you want to store it for the summer (minus the dirt), here are some hints for how to wash your winter jacket to keep it

Is the hot water in your home not hot enough? Are you finding sediment in your faucets or are you shivering through a cold shower? Discover how to tell if your water heater drain valve is clogged, and if it is, how to fix the problem in a few easy st

Lightweight and versatile, aluminum has many uses and can play a crucial role in plumbing, both inside and outside of your home. Familiarizing yourself with the uses and benefits of this popular, low-cost metal can help you form a better understandin

Move over craft beer, Ontario craft cider is staking its claim at bar taps, restaurants and farmers markets across the city.

Even if your trees appear healthy and strong, they’ll also need a little spring cleaning to help them thrive all summer long. Here are some how-to tips to do just that.

Filing tax returns can be overwhelming, even for the most experienced taxpayers. If you're a first-time taxpayer, here are six tax-filing tips to help make the process go smoother.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have made it to the NHL playoffs for the first time since TK, and suffice to say, the city is stoked. If you’re a sportsfan trying to figure out how to beat the lines and still get in on the celebrations, here are the spots to

Composting is an excellent way not only to reduce household waste but also to help save the Earth. Why? It's fairly easy to do and many homeowners know they can recycle old food scraps into compost. However, there are several surprising household ite

Before the festival scene exploded a few years ago, the unwritten rule was to not book an event between Victoria Day and Labour Day to honour the period known as "festival season." That’s all changed now. Today, festival season no longer exists and e