With school officially done for summer, kids ages 5-14 have the opportunity to participate in the BC Summer Reading Club a fun, free, and inclusive literacy program offered by public libraries in more than 200 communities throughout B.C. Programs like the BC Summer Reading Club help kids build their confidence in reading, while having fun and building stronger connections with their public libraries, said Rob Fleming, Minister of Education. These programs are truly making a difference in the lives of children and their families, helping build literacy skills today that will help them succeed in the future.

Your front door is the first thing you see when you get home at the end of the day and it’s the first impression your home makes to your guest and neighbours. What does your front door say about you?

Are you expecting visitors over the summer holidays? There’s something special about creating a warm and inviting living space for your guests. Here are some tips that I have picked up from friends and family over the years that will elevate your guest room space from ordinary to extraordinary.

At what age should you first introduce your child to the dentist’s chair? “As soon as their first teeth start to come in,” says Dr. Myrna Pearce of On Track Dental in Port Coquitlam. “Not only will an early visit help the child feel comfortable at an early age with the experience, dentists can obtain plenty of information about long term oral health simply by watching a child’s first teeth come in.”

As the weather starts to warm up, its time to start thinking about delicious cocktails that will help you celebrate the season. Whether youre throwing a party or just want something refreshing to sip on after work, these five recipes will please. All of them are easy to make and use ingredients readily available at []

Its finally Summer, which means its time to freshen up your home decor! But dont worry, you dont have to spend a lot of money to do it. So, whether youre looking to add a little bit of colour or want to transform your space completely, weve got you covered. Read on for our top []

Adding some plants to your interior setting can give your home a greener feel while promoting greater tranquility throughout your living space. Certain types of plants are especially good for homes, and many of the best houseplants are easy to take care of and are safe for people and pets.

For those with roommates, partners or children, the reality of social distancing, self-isolation or being quarantined during the COVID-19 pandemic may be eased by virtue of having at least some personal contact at home.But for those who live alone, the next weeks and months may be tougher to handle.

The look on a toddler’s face when they are presented with a gift is a very rewarding moment. When giving a kid’s gift, it’s especially rewarding when they are wowed by the gift wrap.

When our daughter Chelsea attended university in Montreal she was chatting with her friends about their various plans for the Christmas break.

It’s September and that means back to school! School often starts at home and having a discussion about basic financial education doesn’t have to wait until your children are grown and have their first job.

Built in the early 1900s, the Othello Tunnels were constructed by the Canadian Pacific Railway to link the Kootenay Region with the B.C. coast by rail. Soaring over the Coquihalla River, a straight line of tunnels were built through a 300 foot deep channel of solid granite in the Coquihalla Gorge.

When I set off for a five-day trip to the new Ocean House Lodge in Haida Gwaii, I was expecting a luxurious eco-wilderness experience, but I didn’t imagine I would come home having connected so deeply with the local people. There are fifteen floating resorts in Haida Gwaii, the 10,000 km2 archipelago off of B.C.’s Northern Pacific Coast where Haida have lived for 13,000 years. Only three, including fly-in only Ocean House Lodge which opened in May 2018, are Haida-owned and operated. And while many of the resorts in the network of 150 islands cater to fishermen, Ocean House Lodge, which is owned by the Haida Enterprise Corporation is designed for those seeking a more refined experience. A recent stay there proved to be a celebration of flora, fauna and culture that included walks in lush rainforests, locally sourced fine-dining and rejuvenating spa time. But it was the people who made it so memorable.