Tag: kids

Parents Urged to Keep Children Within Arms’ Reach Near Water

In Canada, drowning is the number one cause of unintentional injury deaths among children 1-4 years of age, and the second leading cause of preventable death for children under 10 years.  Toddlers are at high risk because they are mobile, curious and require constant, close supervision by an adult. Most toddler drownings occur when children… Continue reading Parents Urged to Keep Children Within Arms’ Reach Near Water

US$1.56M: Unopened Super Mario 64 Game Sells For Record Breaking Amount

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Source: The Associated Press Staff, ctvnews.ca, July 12, 2021 Super Mario 64 was the first to feature the Mario character in 3D. DALLAS — An unopened copy of Nintendo’s Super Mario 64 has sold at auction for US$1.56 million. Heritage Auctions in Dallas said that the 1996 game sold Sunday, breaking its previous record price… Continue reading US$1.56M: Unopened Super Mario 64 Game Sells For Record Breaking Amount

Interest Rates to Be Biggest Issue for Canadian Housing Market

Source: Erica Alini, globalnews.ca, July 3, 2021 Higher interest rates are widely expected to provide a welcome breather from breakneck home price growth. As Canada’s housing market shows tentative signs of homebuyers’ fatigue, some economists are looking ahead at another factor that’s widely expected to put a damper on the real estate frenzy: rising interest… Continue reading Interest Rates to Be Biggest Issue for Canadian Housing Market

When Should You Start Your Child’s RESP Savings Account?

As a parent, if you’re simply focused on getting through this strange and challenging school year, you’re not alone. But while virtual and modified in-person classes may take up a lot of headspace, neglecting long-term plans is a costly mistake. This includes post-secondary planning. When it comes to making sure your child has a solid… Continue reading When Should You Start Your Child’s RESP Savings Account?

Pfizer Hoping For Health Canada’s Approval for COVID-19 Vaccine Use In Kids 12-15

Source: Jill Lawless The Associated Press, globalnews.ca, April 12, 2021 Last month, Pfizer said, during a clinical trial, the vaccine was found to be safe, effective and produced robust antibody responses in 12 to 15-year-olds. Pharmaceutical giant Pfizer is planning to submit the necessary documents to Health Canada “in the next couple of weeks” to… Continue reading Pfizer Hoping For Health Canada’s Approval for COVID-19 Vaccine Use In Kids 12-15

4 Things Kids Need to Know About Money

Responsible spending includes knowing the difference between wants and needs. Back-to-school season, with added expenses and expectations around spending, is the perfect time to not only build your own budget for the year ahead, but also to introduce your own children to the concept of budgeting. The experts at Capital One break down four basic… Continue reading 4 Things Kids Need to Know About Money

Kindersley Bellydance Is Back 

By Mallorie Rast After a disappointing suspension of classes back in March, the art form known as the “all women’s’ dance” will be back in motion with weekly classes hosted by Evelyn Faubert, instructor of Kindersley Belly Dance starting September 14th in a basement studio in the United Church building on Main Street.  The course… Continue reading Kindersley Bellydance Is Back 

Beat the Heat With Hydrating Low-Calorie, Low-Sugar Drink Choices

Many parts of Canada have already seen record-high temperatures, but when it comes to quenching your thirst, reaching for sugary drinks comes with health risks – especially for kids. Sugary drinks are the greatest contributor to sugar in our diets and a significant factor for overweight and obesity, as well as several chronic diseases like… Continue reading Beat the Heat With Hydrating Low-Calorie, Low-Sugar Drink Choices