Multiples account for three percent of births in Canada. Ottawa twin parents share that while the challenges are there, parenting twins is twice as fun When Sean Sisk and his wife learned that they were expecting twins during their 12-week […]
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I’ll be there for you
One in four Canadian millennials is a caregiver for an older adult. Here is one young man’s story of caring for his dad Everything in Craig Conoley’s world fell apart in March 2020. “Not only did COVID-19 hit, but […]
The sandwich generation
In addition to caring for their young children, many parents have taken on the responsibility of caring for their aging parents as well According to Statistics Canada, there are over two million caregivers in Canada, and the majority are women, […]
Art for all
Mobile arts school helps kids to shine A man recognized for his previous career as an accomplished social worker has created an art school that emphasizes the importance of art for emotional and creative growth. The brainchild of Paul Field, […]
The greatest love, the biggest loss
One of the most tragic things a parent – or anyone – can experience, the loss of a baby changes a family Editor’s note: Please note there is a trigger warning for this story, as it is about infant […]
In the name of love
Diagnosed with breast cancer at 37, a Stittsville woman shares how readers can help those in the fight of their lives Almost everyone knows someone who is battling a serious illness like cancer. Many will want to support that person, […]
‘There’s a sense of wonder with what we do’
Corporate lawyer-turned-entertainer thrives in bringing joy to girls and boys Ian Quick remembers the day he got hooked on magic. Although he had seen television specials featuring David Copperfield and Doug Henning, the first time he encountered tricks in […]
Rock on!
Local kids get active – and grow a love for music – with Monkey Rock Music The room was alive with energy, as fans – both the ones crowded at the front and the lucky few invited up on stage […]
I’m with you
More and more Ottawa parents are choosing midwives to attend the births of their babies, and for excellent reason, Tracey Tong writes When Meghan Good found out she was expecting her first child, she immediately knew she wanted a […]