Tips

January 23, 2023
How to Stay Safe on Ice this Winter
The frozen surfaces of lakes, rivers, and ponds can be deceiving, and it’s essential t…

January 16, 2023
How to Beat the January Blahs
The holidays have been over for a while. You may have what’s known as the January blah…

December 29, 2022
New Year's Resolutions - Do They Work?
New Year's Resolutions seem like a great idea. After all, what better time to start new, bet…

December 21, 2022
Watch These Favorite Holiday Movies
Whether you are a fan of the most popular holiday movies, love the classics, or like non-con…

December 19, 2022
Do You Know the Origins of Boxing Day?
Boxing Day on December 26 is often a day of sale shopping after Christmas for Canadians. Wha…

December 15, 2022
The Origins of Ugly Christmas Sweaters
Love them or hate them, ugly Christmas sweaters are here to stay. You might even get one as…

December 13, 2022
Keep Your Pets Safe during the Holidays
Keep the holidays fun for you and your pets by keeping them away from toxic food, plants, an…

December 8, 2022
The Most Common Holiday Insurance Claims
Have a relaxing holiday with your family by taking some precautions to avoid the most common…

December 7, 2022
How to Prevent Frozen Pipes
As the temperature dips below freezing, it’s crucial to understand how to prevent froz…

December 6, 2022
Western Financial Group helps Albertans with Registry Services
Western Financial Group can help you with your registry service needs, whether you want to b…

November 30, 2022
Big Hearts Take Part in Good Heart Day
When you volunteer, you not only give your time but your heart. Monday, Dec. 5, is Internati…

November 28, 2022
Tips to Save on Holiday Shopping
High Inflation is affecting holiday shopping for Canadians. Although inflation has decreased…

November 25, 2022
What Do You Know About Black Friday?
Black Friday is today, and many Canadians will use it to get a head start on holiday shoppin…

November 9, 2022
4 Facts About Remembrance Day
Every year on November 11, Canadians honour the sacrifices of veterans on Remembrance Day by…

November 8, 2022
Know the Risks of Carbon Monoxide
With fall and winter approaching, we spend more time indoors, and many of us turn to alterna…

November 7, 2022
How to Adjust to Fall Time Change
Time fell back an hour this past weekend. Sleeping in an hour later seems like a great idea…

October 31, 2022
How to Close Your Cottage for Winter
Before you close your cottage for the winter, be sure to follow a check list. A checklist wi…

October 26, 2022
How to Trick or Treat Safely
Teach kids how to trick or treat safely by helping them choose a safe costume and telling th…

October 19, 2022
Tips to Keep Remote Workers Healthy
Follow these exercise, mental health, and healthy eating tips if you are a remote worker. Th…

October 6, 2022
Why We Celebrate Thanksgiving
Traditional thanksgiving dinner has been around for centuries and has regional differences a…

September 28, 2022
Top Halloween Costumes for This Year
This Halloween, popular Halloween costumes for kids are based on movies and video games. The…

September 14, 2022
How Are Cranberries Grown and Harvested?
In Canada, most commercial cranberry production is in British Columbia and Quebec. A native…

September 9, 2022
Delicious Blueberries Are Nutritious
Blueberries make up 59% of fruit grown in Canada and are available fresh from July to Septem…

September 7, 2022
Fall 2022 Back-to-School Fashion Trends
Back-to-school trends are a combination of high fashion and popular culture and are fun to t…

September 6, 2022
Get Kids Involved in School Lunches
Get kids involved in school lunches by teaching them cooking skills that are appropriate for…

August 22, 2022
Preparing Kids for a Back-to-School Routine
Going back to school means getting your kids back into a routine. Tips for a back-to-school…

August 18, 2022
Back to School Safety Protocols for Students
As you get ready for back-to-school for 2022-2023, each province is determining school safet…

August 17, 2022
Cybersecurity Safety Tips for Back to School
Teaching kids about cybersecurity before they head back to school will help keep them and th…

August 17, 2022
How to Keep Crosswalk and School Zones Safe
Crosswalk and school zone safety awareness is essential for both drivers and children. Drive…

August 11, 2022
How To Treat Bug Bites
Bug bites are one of the most annoying downsides of summer and can cause itching, diseases,…

August 10, 2022
Favourite Summertime Meals
Everyone loves s’mores and BBQ, but why not put a spin on some classics or try somethi…

July 28, 2022
How to Reduce Water Use in Hot Weather
Canadians are fortunate to live in a country with abundant natural resources, including wate…

July 25, 2022
Origins of the Dog Days of Summer
We have all heard the expression “the dog days of summer” in reference to the ho…

July 21, 2022
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
Advanced driver-assistance systems, or ADAS, help improve the safety of cars with different…

July 20, 2022
Urban and Rural Chicken Coops
Urban chicken coops are becoming a trend across the country. Canadian cities that allow chic…

July 19, 2022
Making a Bee-Friendly Yard
You can help the bees and other pollinators with a bee-friendly yard, which can be easier to…

July 18, 2022
Major Festivals Across Canada This Summer
Make time for some summer fun at these major festivals across Canada this summer. From firew…

July 15, 2022
How to Stay Safe in a Thunder and Lightning Storm
Lightning injures around 180 people a year across Canada and kills two to three. Terri Lang,…

July 12, 2022
What You Need to Know About This Year's Stampede!
This year’s Stampede 2022 has beloved favorites and new events. The event, which start…

July 11, 2022
Tips For Safe and Fun Camping
Camping is one of the best parts of summer for many Canadians and there are countless beauti…

July 7, 2022
Top 5 Gadgets for Homeowners
Being a homeowner comes with many responsibilities, from keeping your home secure, to cleani…

July 6, 2022
Tips to Protect Your Home's Foundation
Your foundation should last for many years as long as you keep water and roots away from it.…

July 5, 2022
What Are Hybrid Cars?
Hybrid cars combine a gasoline engine and an electric motor so that gasoline and electricity…

July 4, 2022
How to Keep Your Kids Occupied This Summer
Your kids love summer vacation, but you may struggle to find activities to keep them busy. H…

July 1, 2022
How to stay safe in a road rage incident
Road rage is a driver’s aggressive or angry behaviour. Road rage may include rude gest…

June 30, 2022
Vacant Property and Land Should Have Insurance
Even if you do not use your home or your lot of land, they should be insured against propert…

June 29, 2022
Insurance for your pet and dog walker
If your dog or cat had to go to the vet right now for a life-saving treatment and you had to…

June 28, 2022
Why You Should Have Travel Insurance
Many Canadians are eager to make up for missed vacations after the COVID-19 pandemic kept th…

June 27, 2022
The Benefits of Connected Vehicles
Think of a connected car like your smartphone, except it’s on wheels. A connected car…

June 23, 2022
5 Tips to Prepare Your Home for a Vacation
In the excitement of planning your trip, it’s easy to forget to prepare your home for…