Recess has the potential to improve performance in the classroom, experts say Twice a day at an Ottawa elementary school the bell rings, and hundreds of students in brightly coloured outerwear stream out the doors and into their respective […]
Rabbits and piglets and parrots, oh my!
Caring for injured, neglected and abandoned animals – it’s all in a day’s work for the staff at Meet the Keepers At Meet the Keepers, hard work is just a part of a normal day, but so are pig snuggles, […]
Micro preemie, big miracle
In her new book, a Kanata mom chronicles her daughter’s first year of life At only 23 weeks pregnant, Kanata mom Amy Boyes was hospitalized and on bed rest, in danger of going into labour. As the seriousness of the […]
More than child’s play
Recess has the potential to improve performance in the classroom, experts say Twice a day at an Ottawa elementary school the bell rings, and hundreds of students in brightly coloured outerwear stream out the doors and into their respective play […]
Going green, One Diaper at a time
Local organization aims to alleviate the financial strain of babyhood with free kits One of the most confounding choices for parents is the diaper debate: cloth vs. disposable. No matter which you choose, this decision has a serious financial […]
UCY wants to ‘get people’s imaginations going’
Across Canada, communities are finding opportunities for schools to innovate and adapt to a changing world. In Ottawa, Uniting for Children and Youth (UCY) is doing the same. A grassroots network of parents, students, educators, and community members, the organization […]
Family recipes: Fall colours to brighten your table
As the air becomes crisp and the days grow shorter, breeze your way through with these quick, delicious fall recipes.
Three fresh family recipes that are cool for the summer
Fresh herbs and summer fruits feature in this summer supper that is fit for a party but simple enough for a weeknight.
Spring recipes bring a touch of flair to your table
Fresh ingredients pop up everywhere in spring, like buds on the trees. Make the most of the season with these family friendly recipes.
A little indulgence
Perfect for late winter, this special meal will let your family indulge their cravings while taking in lots of healthy fruit and vegetables. Cherry-Coconut Dream Loaf This pink and red treat is almost a cake, but if you call it […]