A Celebration of Young Musicians: 2026 Vancouver International Music Festival-Competition
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2026 Vancouver International Music Festival
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When September Asks More of the Whole Family – Returning
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For some children, returning to school may not happen at all or may look very different than expected. That brings its own uncertainty and challenges.
Co-Parenting Across an Ocean: How to Build a Strong Family
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Let's talk on co-parenting, the worry usually starts small. Your son shrugs at the tablet and says he will talk to his dad another time. A call gets missed, then another. Nobody has done anything wrong, and yet the relationship feels thinner than it did six months ago. Distance rarely changes how much a parent…
5 Powerful Reasons Your Child’s Lunchbox Matters More Than You
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Like many parents, I am all too familiar with the back-to-school question that rollsaround every September: what do I put in my child’s lunchbox? Something my kid willeat. Something that survives the bus ride and the bottom of a backpack. Somethingsafe and healthy. But working in Canada’s food system has made me think about something…
Ready, Set, Snow: 5 Ways Families Can Save on Skiing
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SnowStart Kidz Pass, for example, is available once for children ages 6–12 and provides up to three visits at every participating ski area for $39.99 plus tax.
5 Road Trip Survival Guide for Parents Traveling with Young
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A family road trip is magic, the highway, the flyover small towns no one ever goes to otherwise; kids pointing out cows in Africa back at the Africans like they show them cows every crazy weekend. However, people who have spent four hours travelling with a non-napping toddler and a five-year-old asking for the seventeenth…
Breathe Easier 2026: Why Every Home Should Consider an Air
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Air purifier is more than just another household appliance—it's an investment in your family's health and well-being.
Must-Have Backpack Essentials Kids Need for a Happy School Day
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backpacks get heavy because kids carry things “just in case.” Extra toys, old papers, or supplies they don’t use add weight for no reason.
What Do BC Kidlit Writers Read to their kids?
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Kidlit is evolving, with graphic novels booming and reaching a wider age range than ever before.
7 Powerful Ways Breastfeeding Support Helps Canadian Families Thrive
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breastfeeding isn't just about a mother and baby—it involves partners, families, healthcare providers, employers, and communities working together.
The Rainy Day Reset: How to Support Deeper Creative Play
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Rainy summer days hold a particular kind of energy.
Bring Back the Best of a ‘90s Summer
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Most adults look back on their childhood summers with a certain degree of nostalgia, but as someone who grew up in the ‘90s, I can’t help but think that there was something truly special about those years. Parents, usually mothers, were background figures, accessible in emergencies but otherwise seen only during mealtimes—and sometimes not even…
Rainy Day Brain Gym: Why Chess Is a Great Summer
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Chess gives kids a safe place to make decisions on their own. Should I move this piece? Should I protect that one?
Love Over Algorithms: 7 Practical Summer Screen-Time Tips for Families
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Summer can be a beautiful reset for children: longer days, slower mornings, outdoor play, family visits, travel, camps, and unstructured time.
Rebooting Childhood (Chaddock Books, 2026): Proven Ways to Raise Connected
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Rebooting Childhood introduces readers to a new way of managing, and responding to, the endless digital disruption that is currently reshaping childhood and parenting.
Powerful Conversations: Helping Teens Build Healthier Device Habits This Summer
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Device use is a common concern for parents now that school has been out for a couple of weeks.
2 Fun Day Trips and 50 Must-Try Lower Mainland Summer
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Looking for family fun this summer? Discover 50 must-try activities across Vancouver, Burnaby, the North Shore, Surrey, Richmond, Langley, the Tri-Cities, and the Fraser Valley. Perfect for families with kids of all ages.
My Child Is Bright—So Why Is Reading Still Such a
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With the right foundational tools taught by instruction that meets the learner’s needs, many children’s literacy skills can improve significantly.
6 Unforgettable Vancouver Adventures That Feel Like a Mini Vacation
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Spend less time planning and more time making memories with these easy family outings. With summer around the corner and the kids about to be home from school, many families are looking for ways to make the most of the season. The good news is that you don't need to book a flight or spend…
The Powerful Shift: What No One Tells You About How
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Modern family dynamics have encouraged more dads to be more hands-on parents. Men, along with the people in their lives, can notice changes in how they think and act the moment they learn that they’re becoming a parent. As a father, did you experience behavioural shifts? As a mother, should you be worried if your…
FIFA Fever Takes Over Vancouver: Families Unite for Canada vs
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The FIFA World Cup 2026™ continues to create unforgettable moments across Canada, and today all eyes turn to Vancouver as Canada takes on Qatar in a crucial Group B encounter. The match is expected to draw passionate supporters from across the country, with fans eager to rally behind the Canadian national team on one of…
Strong Men Need Support Too: Why Men’s Mental Health Matters
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June is a special month for men around the world. It is a time when we shine a spotlight on Men's Mental Health Awareness and also celebrate fathers through Father's Day. While these two occasions may seem separate, they are deeply connected. Both remind us to appreciate, support, and care for the men who play…
Two Weeks Left of School? It’s Not Too Late to
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Still looking for summer camps? With two weeks of school left, it's not too late to find fun, engaging summer camps that kids will love.
Twinship- The Beauty and Challenges of Twins
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...twins – they literally come to life together, and are already familiar with each other’s presence, movements, and closeness.
