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Make Easter Egg-stra Fun with MGA Entertainment’s Top Toys

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Easter is here with us. The hunt for the perfect basket surprise is on, and MGA Entertainment’s fan-favourite toys are the perfect surprise for any Easter egg hunt. From the nostalgic L.O.L. Surprise! to the brand NEW Hyojo, and the hands-on fun of MGA's Miniverse and Slime Life, there’s something for every-bunny to discover. For all the sweet…

Angela Wanja

easter

Spring Isn’t a Reset. It’s a Shift.

5 min read

Spring is often framed as a fresh start. Longer days, lighter clothing, and the expectation that life should begin to feel easier. For many parents, that isn’t how it unfolds. Spring tends to arrive with fuller schedules, not lighter ones. School events multiply. Sports seasons begin. Weekends fill quickly. Meals become less predictable. Food decisions…

Gina Livy

Spring

Gift Guide for Tweens 10-12

2 min read

Trying to impress the Tween in your life? Here are a few gifts that are sure to please.

Carlie Parkinson

Tween girl opening a gift

Is the Holiday Season Impacting Your Mental Health? Here are

4 min read

For some reason, the holidays always have a way of sneaking up on us. Then, before we know it, we get buried with an endless to-do list. seem to sneak up on us, and before we realize it, we’re buried under an endless to-do list. Here are 3 things to think about to determine if…

Dr. Shahana Alibhai

Mental Health

Amazing 25 Non-Candy Advent Calendar Ideas to Spark Joy All

6 min read

Advent calendars don’t need candy to make December unforgettable. In fact, some of the best ones are filled with moments, creativity, surprises, and memories that last long after the holidays are over.

Angela Wanja

Gifting options for Advent Calendar

3 Effective Ways for Managing Screen Time and Staying Connected

6 min read

The beginning of summer is a great time to start creating boundaries and managing screen time. Instead of banning screens altogether, which is often unrealistic for most families, the focus can shift to creating intentional limits and routines that support both connection and independence. 

Jessica Miskiewicz

child glued to video game too much screen time over the summer holiday, not managing screentime.

Amazing Summer Camps You Should Know About!

12 min read

Summer is almost here. That time of year when our kiddos will be ready to put their school books away and fill their backpacks full of snacks, sunscreen, bathing suits, and whatever else they need to accompany them on their adventures and explorations. Though the featured choices in this story are by no means all…

Lorrie Holmes

Summer Camp

Get your Rockers Rocking!

3 min read

Join School of Rock’s Summer Performance Program offering an immersive and inspiring experience designed to build musical skills, confidence, and teamwork.

Carlie Parkinson

School of Rock live show with boy playing the drums and others playing guitar.

Easter brunch basket inspiration with new egg-inspired recipes from Canadian chefs

2 min read

Brunch is a beloved Easter tradition and what’s brunch without eggs? With Easter just around the corner, Egg Farmers of Canada wants to help make your springtime celebrations memorable. If you’re looking for fun, delicious ways to enjoy the occasion, we’ve got just the thing: easy-to-make brunch recipes that also make for egg-quisite gift baskets. Eggs are such a versatile ingredient that lend themselves…

Angela Wanja

Breakfast parfait with eggs and blueberries.

Discover 15 fun family literacy tips for learning together this

4 min read

ABC Life Literacy Canada is sharing ideas for families to make sure everyone will keep their literacy skills sharp this Spring Break. These include the following:  1. Sing it to Me: Play a song and then pause it. Ask your family to sing the next line – do they know it?  2. Pop-up Kitchen: Follow a…

Angela Wanja

family

Thriving Over the Holidays: Tips for Supporting Neurodiverse Kids During

8 min read

The holiday season is like a glittery tornado of concerts, family get-togethers, parties, delicious treats, and a whirlwind of gift-giving. It’s a time for families to jump into the festive spirit! But while everyone’s jingle-jangling, for families with neurodiverse children, it can feel like navigating a snow globe that’s been shaken up. The sensory overload,…

Kristi Rigg

Neurodivergent

Bring Toys to Brighten a Child’s Holiday!

8 min read

It's Toy Drive Season. Donating to a toy drive is a powerful way to bring joy and hope to children in need, especially during the holiday season. For many families facing financial hardships, purchasing gifts may not be possible, leaving children without the simple delight of opening a present. By contributing to a toy drive,…

Carlie Parkinson

Car filled with Toys

Six Wellness-Inspired Holiday Gifts for Kids: Meaningful Ideas to Spark

5 min read

The holiday season often brings excitement over the latest gadgets and trendy toys. While these gifts can be thrilling in the moment, they may miss the opportunity to offer something truly meaningful: the gift of connection and wellness. This year, why not choose presents that inspire kids to recharge, connect, and grow? Thoughtful gifts like…

Kids Help Phone

gifts

Winter Break is Just Around the Corner

4 min read

The Joys and Challenges of Winter Break Winter break is often a whirlwind of emotions. For children, it’s a break from the structured routine of school, offering a chance to sleep in, play in the snow (if there is any), and enjoy family traditions. Parents, however, may find it challenging to balance work, holiday preparations,…

Carlie Parkinson

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