Smart Tips

This Earth Day, here are a few suggestions of small things we can do to celebrate our Blue Planet, our Mother Earth, our sacred land, this tiny planet that has propelled us for millions of years through the infinite cosmos.

Whether you're starting a lawn from scratch or replacing a lawn that's been damaged, mid-spring or fall is the best time to do it. Here are some tips for growing lush, healthy grass.

There’s nothing like the smell and look of a freshly cut lawn, but you’ll need a lawn mower that’s easy to use and sized for the job to get the results you want. Here are some expert tips to find the perfect machine.

Investing in your Registered Retirement Savings Plan can be difficult, but these tax-efficient saving tips that will help you get more out of your contributions.

Montreal is known for many things: poutine, bagels, smoked meat and more. But one of its true highlights is the fabulous nightlife. Here are some of the top places to check out for a taste of the best nightlife in Montreal.

An Easter egg hunt is a fun way to entertain the kids at your next Easter gathering. It involves careful planning, figuring out how many eggs you'll need and coming up with imaginative hiding places. Here are three tips for a successful Easter egg hu

Easter is all about brunch, but not every Easter feast is created equal. Prepare to wow your guests by making your Easter brunch the best ever with these simple tips.

Late filing your tax return? What might happen when you do and what are the penalties? Here are some things you should know.

Skimp on fibre, and you could find yourself backed up. The energy source has a plethora of other health benefits, so here's how to incorporate more of it into your diet.

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Why not give it the attention it needs with whole-grain cereal vs. the usual sugary stuff. Here are seven great reasons to give whole grain a try.

Running is not only excellent exercise, it can be a terrific stress reliever and mood lifter, too. Learn more about how you can start being a runner from the five helpful tips below.

No matter what you've done, there are right and wrong ways to apologize. Here are seven tips for saying you're sorry the right way, ranging from taking full responsibility to apologizing as soon as you can.

If you've found a way to earn money outside your province of residence, here's how to properly report it when filing your tax return to avoid the possibility of incurring any unexpected penalties.

Ever find yourself sighing and yawning when you're under stress? That's your body's way of getting you to breathe more deeply. Why not kick off your stress-reduction program by building on that instinct. Here are three tips to get you started.

You spend lots of time in your car, right? So it's only normal for dirt and grime to get trapped in it. Here are seven steps to cleaning the interior of your car simply, cheaply and thoroughly.

Butterflies and birds add a unique element to any outdoor space. What's more, they're natural predators of certain common pest insects. Here are some simple ways you can encourage them to visit your garden.

There's nothing like the taste of fresh veggies just pulled from the earth or plucked from the vine. If you're new to gardening, these tips will help you build and plant a small-scale vegetable garden packed with fresh flavours.

Wax is hot again in the music industry, and every April the world celebrates vinyl and independent stores with exclusive releases and sales that are music to any collector’s ears. In honour of the 10th Record Store Day (RSD) on April 22, here’s our g

Vermicomposting, the process of making compost with worms, is an increasingly popular trend for city-dwelling compost lovers. It generates more batches of compost in small spaces, and at a faster rate, than bacterial composting alone. Curious about h

Calgary is one of the best art hubs in the country and is home to an array of talented visual artists, controversial art displays, stunning museum exhibits and more. Here’s a handy guide to enjoying a weekend of Calgary art.