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You, too, Could Have the Right to a Healthy Environment!

Four communities across Canada have now declared the right to a healthy environment. Will yours be next?alive’s senior editor, Ellen Niemer, is a member of the Richmond Blue Dot Movement.In September,

Supporting Caregivers During the Holidays

The holidays are no break for those who care for a loved one with an illness. Here are some ways to make caregivers\' seasons brighter.’Tis the season of family gatherings. Most of us are busy with add

Eco-Conscious Christmas Crafting

Looking for unique DIY holiday projects? Look no further! These crafts will make your Christmas chic and eco-friendly.Between mid-November and New Year’s Day, Canadians generate a reported 900,000 ext

Cooking with Kids

Want to get your kids enthused about healthy eating? Let them help out in the kitchen. Our kid-friendly recipes will turn your children into junior sous chefs.Cooking is a great way to get kids invest

4 Ways to Skip the Mall this Holiday Season

Skip the mall (yes, it’s possible!) this holiday by gift giving in four unique ways. Read on to learn how.Whoever first sang “‘Tis the season to be jolly” surely didn’t have holiday shopping in mind.

Keep your Pets Safe this Season

Deck the halls with boughs of holly - but make sure that Fido and Fluffy stay safe with these tips!The holiday season should be merry and bright for humans and our furry friends alike, but believe it

The Lunch Bunch

Packing your own lunch means saving money, eating healthy, and even losing weight. Try these delicious recipes!When you’re away from home and you forgot to bring along the brown bag, it’s all too easy

Wintertime Fun

From hiking to tobogganing, outdoor winter activities offer unique experiences that give families a chance to connect in ways that are good for health and soul.After the excitement of the first snowfa

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Slide Into Summer Safety

Slide Into Summer SafetyTips for a fun, safe summerSummer is a time for playground fun, camping, boating, swimming, biking and other outdoor activities. Longer days mean more time outside and more phy
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A Purr-fect Season to Adopt

A Purr-fect Season to AdoptKitten season creates need at shelters nationwideCute as kittens are, kitten season often emerges as one of the most challenging times of the year for animal welfare organiz

Preparing for Baby

Preparing for Baby4 tips for choosing the right car seatAs a parent, one of the most important decisions you will make is choosing an infant car seat. The process of purchasing and correctly installin

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Slide Into Summer Safety

Slide Into Summer SafetyTips for a fun, safe summerSummer is a time for playground fun, camping, boating, swimming, biking and other outdoor activities. Longer days mean more time outside and more phy

A Purr-fect Season to Adopt

A Purr-fect Season to AdoptKitten season creates need at shelters nationwideCute as kittens are, kitten season often emerges as one of the most challenging times of the year for animal welfare organiz
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