Kanata’s Huma Syed left behind a fast-paced career in Dubai to move to Canada, where she gave birth to her first child and recently launched her own clothing line, Noura’s Couture.
Sonia Mendes
A desperate dad’s plea for help
A Richmond father has launched a second fundraising campaign to help support his severely disabled son while he searches for a long-term solution to fill the gap. When it comes to Christmas wishes, Richmond resident Myles Dear is only hoping […]
Shopping with a conscience
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Winter recipes to warm your soul
Sonia Mendes shares a few of her all-time favourite winter comfort foods – simple, delicious and satisfying recipes sure to satisfy your family over the chilly months ahead. Some of my best childhood memories involve food. Looking back, I can […]
Growing up online
Raising children with a healthy digital presence is top of mind for parents these days. Sonia Mendes explains how to help kids establish a responsible digital identity Parents love sharing about their kids. In addition to being integral members of […]
Have bikes, will travel
This Hintonburg family is pressing ‘pause’ on their Ottawa lives, taking their children out of the classroom, and embarking on the cycling trip of a lifetime, writes Sonia Mendes. The Heffernan-Wilker family is definitely on a roll. Hintonburg resident Kathleen […]
Embracing your inner dolphin
The ‘dolphin’ approach is a parenting philosophy rooted in a balanced, firm-yet-flexible mindset, with the ultimate goal of raising healthy, happy kids who are self-motivated As summer holidays wind down, a new school year is ramping up – along with […]
Simply sweet summer snacks
I’ve always loved the simplicity of summer. For a few blissful months, we get to trade our thick sweaters and bulky boots for streamlined tank tops and slip-on sandals. Our days get a little more relaxed and a lot more sunny. My […]
FUN in the SUN
With the hot weather upon us (finally!) and summer vacation just around the corner, it’s high time to get the kids outside and active. But how do you lure them away from gaming in airconditioned comfort? With the season’s coolest outdoor toys, of course! These […]
Celebrating the Solstice
From competitive pow wow and hoop dancing to bubble soccer and a colour run, the Ottawa Summer Solstice Aboriginal Festival will offer up a jampacked, three-day schedule from June 19-21. “We try to do new and unique activities every year and we’ve certainly added […]