October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Breast Cancer, the second most common cancer in women, affects hundreds of thousands across America.  If you’re anything like me, you would understand the desire to impact lives, but the confusion of how to begin. At times, I question whether I t...

Lower Canada College (LCC) truly lives up to their motto: Non Nobis Solum/Not For Ourselves Alone, which means instilling a sense of responsibility and accountability in their students, and ensuring that everyone has the chance to make a difference in the lives of others, locally or on a global leve...

I have had several people reach out to me because a friend or family member of theirs was diagnosed with some sort of cancer, and they don’t know what to do or say. Unfortunately, nothing in your power can take the cancer away. There are some things you can say or do to make them feel loved an...

On October 8, 2018, hundreds of major news sources revealed experts’ warnings that we have until 2030 before the effects of Global Warming are irreversible. This is frightening. We can no longer pretend that Global Warming does not exist, that it will not affect us, or that our actions will ma...

Mark your calendars: the Kingsdale Vendor & Craft Fair is taking place on Saturday, November 24th from 10am-3pm at 4381 King Street in Pierrefonds. There will be lots of awesome crafters and vendors, and Santa Claus and the Mrs will be there doing free pictures!! It's fun for the whole famil...

Make the grandest of grand statements this Halloween with Grandin Road's spellbindingly sophisticated Mable Witch Tabletop Server. Fascinatingly detailed, from the tip of her plush, posable hat all the way to the separate table topper that serves as her gown, this is just as functional to use as...

Haunted by hunger? This creepy take on the classic appy is a real crowd pleaser and perfect for your Halloween bash. Ingredients Eggs 6 large eggs 1 Tbsp red or burgundy food colouring gel 4 cups water Filling and Toppings 6 hardboiled egg yolks, from above ¼ cup mayon...

Photo: Zoo Ecomuseum Hooray for fun and frightening events that the whole family can enjoy, in every corner of the island of Montreal and beyond! Here's a quick rundown of great activities for everyone, young and old, this Halloween weekend: Halloween at the Zoo: The Zoo Ecomuseum is celeb...

Hooray for fall, and Halloween, and everything that is pumpkin-related (from lattes and desserts to those ghoulish ghourds themselves). With Halloween right around the corner, it's time to pick that perfect pumpkin... and these tips will help you find your jack-o-lantern. - Avoid pumpkins tha...

Twenty-five science projects and experiments to be done outside will spark kids' creativity and help them develop science skills through hands-on learning. Projects focus on Earth and the environment, plants and animals, weather, water, and physics, bringing science learning home and into the ba...

Where do I get travel insurance? Well, one can purchase travel insurance through your travel agent, insurance broker or your employer’s insurance provider. Note: There are offers through your credit card companies, whether it be for travel or health insurance. In all cases, be sure to verif...

My Aunt Ellie gave us the recipe for these sweet bar cookies with cinnamon and walnuts. Drizzle with icing, and serve with coffee or tea. —Diane Myers, Star, Idaho Ingredients 1 cup sugar 3/4 cup canola oil 1/4 cup honey 1 large egg 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1...