While the West Coast Trail pits the rugged beauty of coastal rainforest against brawn and bravado, the East Coast Trail, along the craggy coast of Newfoundland, has its own unpredictable challenges—an
Surprisingly, our world produces plenty of food to go around. The problem is that far too much of it never reaches people who need it. Read about Canadian food rescuers and their efforts to combat foo
Childrens exposure to toxic chemicals could eventually result in a public health crisis. Learn how to minimize your childrens toxic exposure at home.Children are especially sensitive to environmenta
We all want to be healthier and feel better. Dedicating our time to help others can provide a wealth of mental and physical health benefits. Science has shown that volunteers can enjoy improved relati
“How many lessons of faith and beauty we should lose, if there were no winter in our year!”—Thomas Wentworth HigginsonThe weather outside may be frightful, but for winter athletes, that makes Canada’s
In celebration of Nut Day on October 22, go nuts this Meatless Monday!Mass decorating and leaves-raking can make everyone go a bit nutty in between (Canadian) Thanksgiving and Halloween. Let’s pause t
These athletes team up with gravity for breathtaking rides down BC’s biggest mountain peaks. Meet the trail builders and riders who help make BC the mountain biking mecca of North America (and the wor
Natural playgrounds (which incorporate elements such as trees and flowers) may inspire kids to be more active and use their imaginations.What image pops into your head when you think of what a playgro
I paid a visit to my gynecologist recently to discuss birth-control options. I was looking for something a little less hormonal (than the pill) and a lot more long-term. I\'d decided that one child was
If you’ve been to a Starbucks recently, you might have noticed something a little different about your iced coffee—did it come with a straw? If it did, that won’t be the case for long. Last summer, th
