Programs join forces to increase accessibility and offer more opportunities By Lindsey Bunin Anna Plaskett and Sibylle Marquard sing the same tune when it comes to their passion for music, […]
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Making dollars make sense
Why money matters for your kids By Lindsey Bunin With the price of most things on the rise, money is top of mind for many Nova Scotian families. While it […]
advice for young athletes, and parents
Sprint kayaker Alexa Irvin says if you make sports enjoyable, kids will stay involved By Janet Whitman Photography by Bruce Murray/VisionFire Alexa Irvin was just as nervous at the start […]
For the fun of it
The importance of fostering a safe and enjoyable environment for competitive sports By Ameeta Vohra Whether it’s on turf, a field, a baseball diamond or in a pool, sport plays […]
And then there’s gus
Halifax’s best-known tortoise turns 100 By Melanie MosherPhotography by Bruce Murray/VisionFire The parties are over, but it’s not too late to celebrate Gus. Gus is a 100-year-old Gopher Tortoise that […]
Finding the right book
A love of reading doesn’t always come naturally; sometimes kids need a little help As a parent and book lover, I find it frustrating that my 17-year-old son refuses to […]
Understanding pronouns
Helping the 2SLGBTQIA+ teen community better express its identity By Lindsey Bunin Photography by Bruce Murray/VisionFire Early in the school year, my junior high-aged son came home from school to […]
‘The big water hike’
Walking the Pipeline Trail Loop Story and photography by Trish Joudrey A family adventure means something different for everyone. For some it can be exploring a new trail, climbing over rugged […]
‘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 […]
Birthday party snacks can be awesome, and healthy
Five ways to reduce the sugar spirals and keep the party hopping By Karen Kerr, registered holistic nutritional constant Kids love their birthdays. My daughter starts planning her party months […]