More Than Names: This Remembrance Day, honour these and other locals who never came home
This Remembrance Day we will gather to reflect on the human cost suffered during Canada’s military conflicts. We will gather at locations across Halton…
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Healing Touch: Everyone Could Use A Massage
Developing a regular wellness routine is more important than ever. When you’re mapping out your journey, remember to include massage therapy as a holistic…
Leaves Are Garden Gold: Its Time To Rethink Fall Cleanup
Autumn leaves are beautiful. And messy. And slippery. Understandably, the urge to clean them up is strong. Landscape maintenance crews and their leaf blowers…
Gourds 101: Craft Supplies or Delicious Vegetables?
Hard and ugly, curious and inedible, gourds are among the most confusing fall vegetables. According to the Canadian Gourd Society (CGS), people are passionate…
AfterLife Of The Party: Ghost Walks Are A Spine Chilling Thrill
The spirit of an unidentified, long-deceased woman haunts the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts. Locally known as “Alice,” she makes her presence known…
And The Band Played On: Remembering Burlington’s Iconic Brant Inn
If you’ve ever strolled along Burlington’s scenic waterfront, you’ve likely admired the view of Lake Ontario. But did you know that this peaceful promenade…
Home Style: Where To Find Local Canadian-Made Apparel
We’ve all heard the twin man-tras “Shop Local” and “Support Local.” Many of us support these goals, but are they realistic when it comes…
A Plastic Free Kitchen: Four Simple, Sustainable Steps
The kitchen is the heart of the home, but it’s also a major contributor to plastic waste that harms both our environment and our…
If a Tree Falls… Give The Wood New Life As Home Decor
In today’s eco-conscious culture, the thought of turning a fallen or removed tree from your yard into furniture might cross your mind. Not only…
EXPERIENCE AUTUMN IN ALDERSHOT
Heading west along Plains Road from bustling Burlington, the landscape becomes more spacious as you enter Aldershot Village. You pass strips of unique shops,…