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 […]
teens
People of influence
Be careful what you say—your choice of words is affecting your children’s attitude towards money Given today’s uncertainty around job security, rising food and housing costs as well as infrastructural instability, you parents and caregivers feel added pressure on yourselves. […]
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 […]
Learning outside the classroom
The Canadian Wildlife Federation’s WILD Outside program connects teens with the natural world As students prepare to head back into classrooms, teens with an interest in environmental issues may want to consider making room in their schedules for an outdoor […]
The age of anxiety
The pandemic saw an increase in anxiety in kids and teens—and even young children were affected In late 2020, Natalie noticed that her daughter, Megan, had been losing weight. It wasn’t a surprise, as the-then 13-year-old hadn’t had her […]
The gift of creativity
During the holiday season, parents and caregivers — and anyone with children in their lives — will be looking for gift-giving ideas. Although gifting has long been trending towards the experience-based, many kids and traditionalists (hello, Grandpa and Grandma) alike […]
The more things change
A part of the community for almost 90 years, the commitment of St. Mary’s Home to parents and kids has never wavered Times have changed since 1933, but what hasn’t changed is St. Mary’s Home’s commitment to young parents and […]
‘A gift for their future’
Considering having your child learn a language – other than English and French? Here’s why you should go for it “There are so many reasons why language programming for children is important,” says Sarah Graham, marketing administrator for continuing […]
Plan for success
Writers Alyssa Jagan and Jasmine Shao teach your teen how to prepare for tests or exams In just a couple of months, exam time will be upon us. Making a study plan for a huge test or final exam can […]
Life skills, real world
Schools are teaching kids about entrepreneurship and finances. Here’s how kids can benefit, writes Sheryl Bennett-Wilson Entrepreneurship, finances and understanding economic systems are all part of the learning curve that students can apply to the real world. Numerous schools […]