Smart Tips

In Toronto, you can find numerous parks, forests, ravines and fields to run through, and all sorts of fitness groups gathering in them, so no matter what kind of exercise you’re into, there’s something to suit your tastes.

There’s something about the raw energy of a waterfall that makes us stop and stare (and take a picture, or two, or 40). Luckily for Canadian waterfall hunters, there are plenty of cascades to track down across this beautiful country.

Their often fragrant, trumpet-shaped blossoms in white, pink, yellow and orange have earned lilies the nickname "queen of the bulbs." Here are some quick tips for growing and maintaining these showy, sometimes large, eye-catching favourites.

Toronto’s music scene continues to get bigger and better every year. Though the 6 is known for its summer music festivals, there are also some hot winter events to distract you from the cold. Here are some of the best annual music festivals in Toront

Spring-flowering bulbs can provide a rush of colour to your garden once winter fades. Here are some important dos, don't and tips to help you get the best results from your bulbs.

There’s sprawling annual festivals that take over the city like Hot Docs and Canadian Music Week, new exhibitions, excuses to get outdoors and wacky one-off events - pillow fight, anyone? Check out the best events happening this April in Toronto.

Spring and summer offer the best weather for visitors looking to experience Toronto on two wheels. From food and craft beer, to art and a side of nature, here are 10 Toronto neighbourhoods to explore by bike over a weekend in the Big Smoke.

Share these four expert tips with your kids to help them save a little money each week for toys, candy, and lifelong money-saving habits that will pay off big.

Plants get most of their nutrients from compost, which is simply decomposed organic material in the soil. After you have a compost heap set up, making compost at home costs you nothing. Here’s how to get started.

Tea is the second most popular beverage in the world, after water. But more than its enjoyable flavour and soothing warmth, it's these three heart-healthy benefits of tea that should encourage you to drink up.

Sadly, potato chips and chocolate-covered raisins don't count as a serving of veggies or pack the same nutrient-filled punch. The good news? It's a breeze to incorporate more healthy produce into each meal to help offset those not-so-good things you

Canada may spend a good portion of the year buried under snow, but it certainly isn’t lacking in beautiful public gardens that you can enjoy during the warmer months. From east to west, here’s a selection of some of the best public gardens in Canada.

Near the end of March, a cheering sight materialized along 17th Avenue – patios packed with Calgarians enjoying a drink, mittens and toques nowhere to be found. Spring has sprung, and with it comes a packed docket of April attractions, including the

Don't go looking for palaces or castles in Montreal. Founded in 1642, the city's architectural treasures reflect its young history, shaped by trade, industry, transport, religion, entertainment and the avant-garde.

Though there’s plenty on the docket this month in Edmonton, from the Bonfire Festival to the Edmonton Poetry Festival, I know plenty of Edmontonians will have their sights set on the Oilers’ long-awaited playoff run. But we’ll get to that later – her

With winter now over, many will now turn to face the dreaded gym. The gym can be crowded and loud and without a routine, it can sometimes be overwhelming. Fortunately, there are other Calgary alternatives to working out that can be more structured, i

Vancouver, B.C. is home to great mix of neighbourhoods; from the bustling downtown core to the chilled-out beach vibe in Kitsilano to the mountainous playground of the North Shore, this world-class city attracts millions of tourists from across the g

Most people dislike spring cleaning and washing windows even more – but the sparkling results can make it oh-so-worthwhile! Here are 6 foolproof tips for having the cleanest, clearest windows on the block.

After the New York Times rated Toronto the place to visit in 2016, folks have flocked to check out the spectacle of #the6ix. From theme bars to Aboriginal art, here’s what we recommend checking out while you’re in town.

With snowy nights and sub-zero temperatures on the outs, it’s time to start planning your spring weekend away. These spots are but a short drive from the city, making them the perfect option for a quick spring getaway.