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May 17, 2023
How to Paint a Room or Hire a Painter
A fresh coat of paint can update your home in a big way with minimal cost. Here is how to do…
May 10, 2023
5 Things to Know About ICBC Coverage for Occasional Drivers
Can friends and family borrow your car? Does your ICBC insurance cover them? What happens wh…
May 10, 2023
Top Tips for Opening the Cottage
Typically, Canadians head to their cottages on the Victoria Day long weekend. So, it’s…
May 3, 2023
Top Tips for A Spring Yard Cleanup
Spring cleaning includes your yard and it’s the perfect time to freshen it up after th…
April 18, 2023
5 Questions About Fallen Trees on Your Property or Car
What happens if one of your trees or one of your neighbour’s trees falls on your prope…
March 29, 2023
Happy Spring! How to Navigate Potholes
Spring is finally here and so are potholes, the mark of one Canadian season – winter &…
March 21, 2023
Spring Cleaning Tips for People Who Hate Cleaning
The weather is starting to turn and everyone is itching to go outside after being cooped up…
March 20, 2023
How to Sell Your House
You want the best price when you’re selling your house. It’s already a stressful…
February 21, 2023
5 Fast Facts to Stop Car Doors from Freezing
Frozen car doors and windows can be part of winter. Not the fun part, though, especially if…
February 14, 2023
Why Do We Buy Chocolate on Valentine's Day?
Today, Feb. 14, is Valentine’s Day and people around the globe will exchange a lot of…
February 7, 2023
What Do We Eat Most at Super Bowl Parties?
Don’t even think of watching the Super Bowl on an empty stomach. It’s not just a…
February 2, 2023
How to go Bird Watching in Winter
Bird watching in winter is a great pastime and you can see many species of birds. The Canadi…
January 31, 2023
Do I Have to Clear Snow from My Driveway?
It’s important to keep your driveway and walkways clear to avoid any unnecessary injur…
January 30, 2023
Does Having a Dog Impact My Home Insurance?
Home insurance may not have crossed your mind as an issue to consider when getting a dog. He…
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…
