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Sharon Lois and Bram. Submitted Photo

Beyond Sharon, Lois and Bram

Looking for classic kids’ entertainment? Parenting Times Magazine rounds up 10 artists you should check out “For kids and parents, singable songs offer fun and learning,” Raffi tells Parenting Times Magazine. “A daily source of joy, music can enhance kids’ […]

Salt Sensory Kit. Photo Courtesy Kai's Sensory Kreations

Feeding the senses

The toy that does it all — helps grow a healthy brain; teaches language development, motor skills, independence and self-confidence; and promotes curiosity and self-regulation — has been around since the beginning of time A few years ago, Caroline Sutherland […]

Mother and daughter having a talk about workplace safety at home. Photo Credit Getty Images (Courtesy of WSPS)

Teens at work

Studies show that workers under the age of 25 are four times more likely to be injured during their first month on the job than at any other time. This is where First Job Safe Job comes in   Pamela […]

Second chances

Buying and selling used gives new life to family essentials For generations, money-savvy parents have been outfitting their growing kids and their changing hobbies with gently used items. Buying and selling through thrift stores, garage sales and consignment shops stretches […]

Bella Smith, centre, competes in cheerleading. Photo Credit M. Caron

A worthwhile investment

While some intensive extracurricular activities can be all-consuming, parents are saying it’s worth the time and money Some months, Amanda DeGrace pays more for her three children’s extracurricular activities than for the mortgage on the family’s Ottawa home. Thirteen-year-old Dominic […]

Where there’s a will, there’s a plan

Change your will as your life changes, experts say Making a will is all about the big picture. “It’s about what you want, how you want your estate managed, and how to achieve it,” says Heather Austin-Skaret, a co-managing partner […]

Vintage Photo Credits. Photos Courtesy of CBC Still Photos Collection

Recreating magic

A documentary introduces a new generation of children to beloved Canadian icon Mr. Dressup through ‘The Magic of Make-Believe’ Photo Credits: Documentary Cover Art Credits: Amazon Canada Vintage Photo Credits: Photos Courtesy of CBC Still Photos Collection Tickle Trunk Craft Credits: Prime […]

Ava James Sidoli founded Only Takes One. Photo Courtesy Only Takes One

It only takes one

Giving was a part of Ava James Sidoli’s childhood. Now in her last year of high school, the Ottawa teen has led a charge in helping the less fortunate When you get the message at age five that it’s a […]