Interesting facts about…Bamboo
Written By John Bradley Bamboo is actually the world’s fastest growing plant, with some species able to grow up to an astonishing three feet in just one day! Bamboos may…
Ailsa Craig Was Booming In 1895
Written By Alice Gibb According to the 1895 Ontario Gazetteer and Directory, Ailsa Craig was a thriving community in the late 1800s. The incorporated village, “121 miles west of Toronto,…
The Green Power of Brussel Sprouts
Written By Miranda Regalado Lately, we have cover roots, flowers, teas and powders. This week, we dive deep into substance, and we are talking about the greens, particularly, Brussel Sprouts.…
Bobby Jackson: Serialized Fiction Part 3 of 9
Written By Brad Harness I considered this request from Henri and his girlfriend Francine. They asked me to go ashore tomorrow with them and show them around a bit. I…
Interesting facts about…The Canadian Flag
Written By John Bradley The maple leaf has been a symbol of Canada since the 18th-century. Several different flags were used in Canada before our current National Flag. Since the…
Lobo Institute Branch Created Provincial Leader Part 3/3
When the first Women’s Institute (W.I.) branch was organized in Saltfleet in 1897, many male members in Farmers’ Institutes scoffed. They believed that a woman’s group without a man at…
Improve Your Yard’s Look to Buyers
Outdoor living spaces have become the new heartbeat of homes—even in winter. They now serve as an extension of the indoors, a place where homeowners can dine, entertain, and relax.…
The Science of Celery Juice: Sipping on Health
Written By Miranda Regalado When we talk about food, healthy food anyway, it is astonishing the amount of bioactive compounds that have shown the ability to help us deal with,…
Bobby Jackson: Serialized Fiction Part 2 of 8
Written By Brad Harness Francine sat prettily next to her boyfriend, Henri. She wore a summery dress with a floral print design. I didn’t know how old she was, but…
PAUSE FOR THOUGHT: Interesting facts about…Tea
Written By John Bradley According to Fortnum and Mason, low-quality china cups would crack when hot tea was poured in them, so putting the milk in first meant your cups…
ASK Alice HISTORY: Sisters Instrumental in Organizing Birr Women’s Institute Part 2/3
Written By Alice Gibb Although the first Women’s Institute group in Ontario was organized at Stony Creek in 1897, the women of Middlesex County were more cautious in leaping on…
From Peru to Canada: Vacation Insights into My Past and Present
Written By David Gomez It is sometimes difficult to live in a place so far from where you were born or raised. It’s even harder to come back for a…
Your Real Estate Views Your Real Estate Views & Trends Decluttering = Destressing Also… see how you could win $1,000 towards a cleaning service
Written By Alan Good There’s a reason it’s called spring cleaning. Now’s the perfect time to help decrease your sense of stress by taking a few minutes to organize your…
Your Real Estate Views & Trends Increasing Your Home’s Value with Smart Technology
Written by Alan Good Smart homes have been the rage for some time now. Not only can smart technology simplify your life, but it can also add value to your…
Doling Out “People Food”
“Giving a 20-pound dog a hot dog would be like giving a 200-pound man 10 hot dogs as a snack,” Dr. Zeltzman says. And don’t think that you’re depriving your…
Is pet insurance worth it?
(NC) Pets are great. Not only do they provide companionship, but they can also improve our health and well-being. It’s well documented that they keep us active and can help…
3 tips for growing older with your pet
(NC) The idea of “growing old together” is a goal many of us aspire to. It doesn’t matter if that special someone walks on two legs or four – both…
Nature’s Purple Pills: The Health Magic of Blueberries
Written By Miranda Regalado When it comes to berries, we have them in every color and flavor. Speaking of blueberries, the source is close to home. They originated in North…
PAUSE FOR THOUGHT: Interesting facts about… Skateboarding
Written By John Bradley Skateboarding is the sixth most popular sport in the world. Skateboarding has earned this ranking based on the number of people who are skaters. Over half…
Tragedy Sparks Creation of Women’s Institute Movement Part 1/3
Written By Alice Gibb In 1889, a Hamilton toddler named John Harold Hoodless died from what was called the “summer complaint.” The term “summer complaint” was an euphemism for drinking…
Bobby Jackson: Serialized Fiction Part 1 of 8
Written By Brad Harness I stood in the spotlight, looking out at the audience, waiting, and grinned. I was poised to deliver the punch line. And I’d done so dozens…