One of my favourite things about winter in National Capital Region is the abundance of things to do. Ottawans are a weather-hardy bunch, and a bit of snow doesn’t bother us. It’s rare that events are cancelled due to […]
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Not for the faint of heart
Ottawa winters can be quite brutal – but for the sake of his son, you’ll find columnist Jon Willing outdoors… and loving it The older I get, the less hardy I’ve become in Ottawa’s cold, damp winters. Winter activities […]
Cold comfort
Ottawa residents share what keeps them hygge for the holidays As lovely as Ottawa is, winters in the capital can be brutal. Between trying to navigate snowbanks with a stroller, struggling in – and out – of snow pants (then […]
Winter health myths – busted
Forget everything you know about cold weather and your well-being There are endless winter health myths that we have heard from well intentioned grandparents and parents. They have become so ingrained in us that we take them as cold hard […]
Look back to move forward
Small changes in your parenting approach can yield great results, says columnist Kita Szpak Flipping the calendar to a New Year can bring mixed emotions – everything from regret and wistfulness to excitement and anticipation. Where are you on […]
Ottawa’s best-kept secrets
Keeping active, curious children happy and engaged with stimulating activities – and trying to balance that with a tight family budget – can be a challenge, and as the temperature drops, finding suitable activities gets even trickier. Break out the […]
January marks busy month at Dovercourt Recreation Centre
In the Ottawa neighbourhood of Westboro, you will find the Dovercourt Recreation Centre. Winter programs get underway at the beginning of the month. Activities and health are usually on the minds of people following the holidays. To that end, fitness […]
Ottawa families reveal their winter traditions
Ottawa-area families share their most cherished winter traditions, which allow them to make the most of the long, cold season and create lifelong memories.
Enjoy Ontario parks this winter
Ontario Parks offers spectacular skiing and top-notch winter activities for families all across the province. More than 20 Ontario parks offer cross-country ski trails with more than 450 kilometres of trails with half groomed or track-set. Many have warm-up shelters and/or cabins with wood fires […]