Service dogs offer support and guidance for kids with autism By Lori McKay Service dogs offer many benefits — mobility, companionship, emotional support and increased confidence. And for families with […]
A Different Rooute
Demo of democracy
How educating kids at a young age can change the future By Fawn Logan-Young Democracy: it’s probably not a word you would often associate with children. But maybe it should […]
How the outdoors and recreation saved my life
Columnist recalls nature and sports helping her through difficult times By Fawn Logan-Young Illustrations by Briana Corr Scott That headline might be a little dramatic, but it’s true.The outdoors, in […]
‘Let’s play outside!’
Book your next playdate with nature By Fawn Logan-Young This summer, I’m challenging parents to take their kids’ COVID-safe playdates outside. Spending time outdoors has many benefits. Research shows that […]
Holiday life hacks
Put your focus on time well spent By Fawn Logan-Young It’s the season of buying gifts and spending time with family, but with COVID-19, traditions have changed. Gift shopping is […]
Culture not costume
Dress-up do’s and dont’s for Halloween By Fawn Logan-Young Cultural appropriation. You may have heard the term before, but have you thought about your own complacency? In our homes, it […]
Keep wellness simple: reimagining the health of girls
The healthy messages all girls need to hear By Fawn Logan Young A few years ago, I had the opportunity to work with Halifax Regional Municipality Recreation to facilitate a few […]
The elephant in the chatroom: cyberviolence
Prepare yourself and your children for the difficult conversations By Fawn Logan-Young We hear the term “cyberviolence” more in this age of intensified social media. It refers to online behaviour […]
Recreation out of reach
They say the key to enjoying winter is to embrace the outdoors—for many Nova Scotian families, that’s an unaffordable luxury by Fawn Logan-Young Picture a snowy Saturday morning. You and […]