Smart Tips

On a hot summer afternoon, a trip to the water park can be just the ticket when it comes to family fun. Here's how to get the most family fun from your water park visit while spending a little less money.

Nothing beats the summer heat quite like a cold, refreshing scoop of ice cream. But with lots of choices and busy vacation plans it’s hard to know where to stop for a frozen treat. So whose ice cream is worth the drive? We took into consideration a n

Here are nine tips that will help you achieve a quality DIY paint job at home. Don’t be surprised if your friends start asking you for painting advice!

It costs a bundle to air condition a home. So before flicking a switch for instant cool – and huge power bills – think about your options. When your house is well insulated with ample shade and ventilation, keeping it cool becomes more efficient and

What do Canadians possibly love more than hockey? Good food and drink. And from coast to coast there’s plenty of it: from distinctly local dishes to iconic Canadian beverages and more, Canadians excel at serving up some of the best you’ll find anywhe

If you want to go berry picking with your kids, follow these simple tips to make the experience as stress-free, fun and safe as possible.

Not sure when to put your home on the market? Find out why summer just may be the best season for selling your home.

A fruity raspberry lemonade is perfect for serving at picnics, bridal showers, birthday parties or any other occasion that calls for a refreshing, extra-special touch. Here's how to make this delicious summer-ready beverage.

Planning a road trip? While old school, hard copy maps and guidebooks may bring a fuzzy, nostalgic feel to you adventures, they shouldn’t be your only source of guidance. Plugging into the online tools and resources available today can make your jour

Mosquitoes can be irritating and their bites are annoyingly itchy, but these pesky insects can also potentially carry harmful diseases. What's the best way to help stop them in their tracks? Here are five proven tips for avoiding mosquito bites.

A cool treat on a hot day! Who doesn't love that? But all that sugar isn't good for you, especially if blood sugar control is an issue. This sensational frozen yogurt is exotically flavoured with rose water and much lower in sugar than the store-boug

With friends, classmates and local parks left behind, relocation can be difficult for kids. You can make the move less stressful for your children and help them thrive by following these tips.

When it comes to moving day, anything to make it easier is welcome – besides a moving truck. Here are six things you should rent to make moving day less stressful for you and your family.

Are you planning a canoe trip this summer? Here are 9 Canadian rivers that will make your canoe trip truly epic, no matter if you’re a novice paddler or a seasoned pro. So grab your paddles and get ready for amazing adventures!

Do you and your partner prefer an island paradise or jungle eco-trek? A honeymoon is only idyllic if it appeals to both partners. Here are the five best-ever honeymoon ideas: which one suits you two most?

There's something to be said about fishing: it's a unique, calming sport that lets you relax and get in touch with nature. If you've never been fishing before, or it's been awhile, here are five great reasons to go on a fishing trip.

You know a dessert full of berries is bound to be both tasty and refreshing. Try these delectable treats tonight.

If you have a child in your life who's interested in growing plants, why not make a space in the garden where he or she can explore the wonder of helping things grow. Here are seven fun ideas kids' love.

Birds, rabbits, squirrels, raccoons and other animals can be cute – until they start messing up your yard or eating your garden. Here are seven ways to deter animals from destroying your garden.

The dream? On THIS trip, you 'll pack light. The reality? You leave it to the last minute, chuck everything you own in a suitcase and run to the airport. It happens to everyone. Here's some advice on packing light so you can leave the kitchen sink at