Recently, the United Nations has called on Canada to address problems with drinking water in aboriginal communities. In 2005, a Canadian government report acknowledged that First Nations people living on reserves did not have the same access to drinkable water as other Canadians – and, over a decade later, this is still the case. First Nations women from communities across … [Read more...] about Continuing Issues With Water Quality in First Nations Communities
7 Veggie Snacks You’ll Actually Want To Eat
Fall is one of the best seasons for fresh produce, with all manners of green and leafy veggies, squash, corn, sweet potatoes and more in full bloom and ready for pickin’ and eatin’ - and perfect for veggie snacks. With so many affordable and delectable choices when it comes to snacking healthfully, it’s really a wonder sometimes that I find myself reaching for the potato chips … [Read more...] about 7 Veggie Snacks You’ll Actually Want To Eat
Centreville And Chelsea Beach: Toronto’s Ultimate Family Destination
Toronto's Ultimate Family Destination Ever heard of Centreville Theme Park or Chelsea Beach? During our recent whirlwind visit to Canada's largest city, we spent time discovering this, much-loved by residents, yet often forgotten by tourists, family destination in Toronto. Situated within the Toronto Islands on Centre Island, Centreville and Chelsea Beach are fantastic … [Read more...] about Centreville And Chelsea Beach: Toronto’s Ultimate Family Destination
If You Get The Chance, Take It: Saying Goodbye To A Loved One
Saying Goodbye To a Loved One Most of the time, writing about travel, an event, or the latest and greatest product, comes naturally for me. But not today. All of that seems so unimportant right now. It was only four days ago that my dear 83-year-old mother lost her balance, fell, and broke her hip. A broken hip. The very thing I have dreaded for a few years now, … [Read more...] about If You Get The Chance, Take It: Saying Goodbye To A Loved One
30 Fascinating Facts About Toronto, Canada
My family has a long and storied history with the city of Toronto. Some of my ancestors, on my mother's side of the family, first settled in Toronto way back in the 1800's when they arrived on Canadian shores from England. My great-grandfather was one of Toronto's first wholesale grocers, running his grocery business out of a warehouse down on Toronto's Front Street in … [Read more...] about 30 Fascinating Facts About Toronto, Canada
