What to do for Thanksgiving Weekend in Ottawa
If you have time in between Thanksgiving meal prep or simply want to explore the beauty around the Ottawa area during Thanksgiving weekend, there are a few places you can go to enjoy…
Fall Recreation Programs for Kids
This post is in partnership with my blog advertiser, The City of Ottawa The Fall is a busy time for families, and I know a lot of time is spent with extra curricular…
Go underground at the Diefenbunker Museum
Have you been to the Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum before? It’s fascinating, historic and another Ottawa must-see. Years ago, when my son was about seven, we finally visited the Diefenbunker for the…
My Favourite Shopping Finds at Giant Tiger
One-stop shopping has for years been the go-to for many parents because when you have to haul car seats or toddlers into a store to run errands, get groceries, find a new pair…
Applications for the Shopify Welcome Back Program are due September 13!
When you step out of the workforce for an extended leave to raise children, support an ill family member, or any other reason, it may feel daunting to think about going back to…
A Trip to Toronto: A 12 Year Old’s Recap
Editor’s Note: My 12 year old resident writer is back with another post! This one is about our trip to Toronto in March to kick off the baseball season. It was in partnership…
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Shenkman Summer Series: Free Ottawa Events
This post is in partnership with the City of Ottawa, a blog advertiser You won’t want to miss these FREE concert series events at Shenkman Arts Centre, all summer long! The Shenkman Arts…
How to save money on your Ontario Family Vacation this Summer
Did you know Attractions Ontario has a list of coupons and deals to use all summer long? There are a variety of popular tourist and stay-cation spots families love to hit across Ontario…
How to pack a carry-on when travelling alone
When I solo travel, I almost always take a carry-on with me if possible. Longer conferences and trips may require me to check a bag, but as time has gone on, and prices…
