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  • 4 tips for newcomers adjusting to Canadian life
    4 tips for newcomers adjusting to Canadian life

    Moving to a new country can be exciting, but it can also come with challenges. It’s important to prioritize your health, especially while you’re adapting to all these changes. Here are five ways to support your well-being as you adjust to life in Canada:

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  • Leasing a Toronto rental building from renderings
    Leasing a Toronto rental building from renderings

    Purpose-built rentals in Toronto often start leasing months before move-in. What renters wanted to see in the images, what we got wrong at first and what tenants should ask.

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  • 4 ways to stay safer at home this season
    4 ways to stay safer at home this season

    As the days get shorter, many of us are looking forward to cozy evenings, time with family and friends and the promise of the holiday season to come. While it's a busy and exciting time of year, it's also a good time to think about home safety.

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  • Try this comforting carbonara that brings the family together
    Try this comforting carbonara that brings the family together

    Longer, colder nights call for warm, savoury and satisfying suppers for the whole family to share. Looking for a comforting weeknight meal? This simple creamy carbonara combines pantry staples with smoky bacon and ham for a satisfying dinner in just over 30 minutes.

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  • Simple ways to shop for food sustainably
    Simple ways to shop for food sustainably

    Sustainable shopping doesn’t have to mean changing everything you buy. Small choices, like choosing fruits and vegetables grown close to home, can make a difference. Here are three simple ways to make your grocery cart more sustainable and your diet healthier, while also supporting Ontario farmers

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  • Reducing the mental load of household finances
    Reducing the mental load of household finances

    Like many people, you might find yourself constantly running through your mental to-do list, and it never seems to end. This mental load can be heavy, with a significant portion of it related to financial management.

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  • How to arrange outdoor furniture for better patio comfort
    How to arrange outdoor furniture for better patio comfort

    A proper setup in a patio can be used to ensure that such outdoor areas become comfortable places to relax and enjoy oneself. It is not enough to choose appropriate furniture alone. The arrangement of furniture such as chairs and tables can also determine movement, conversations, and usage of the outdoor area. With considerations made on how the patio looks like, space available and family needs, it is possible to have a comfortable outdoor area.

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  • Twin bed buying guide: what to look for before you shop
    Twin bed buying guide: what to look for before you shop

    You are standing in a spare room, tape measure in hand, trying to picture where a bed will go. Maybe a child is moving out of a crib, or a guest room is finally getting a proper bed instead of an air mattress on the floor. Either way, the decision comes down to one practical test: does the bed fit the room, and does it fit the person who will sleep in it for years to come. Renters face an extra wrinkle, since a layout that works this year may need to shift to a different space before the bed wears out.

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  • 3 sustainable Canadian materials for your next home project
    3 sustainable Canadian materials for your next home project

    Many of us are becoming more conscious of our choices’ environmental impact. One place you can seek out sustainable options is at home — even when you’re making changes to it.

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  • How renovating your home can help you protect it
    How renovating your home can help you protect it

    The right home improvements can do more than refresh your space. They may protect your home from damage, support long-term resale value and even help lower your home insurance premium in some cases.

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  • 4 simple ways to upgrade your kitchen routine
    4 simple ways to upgrade your kitchen routine

    Whether or not you’re an enthusiastic chef, the kitchen is one of the most important spaces in your home. A home isn’t running well if the kitchen isn’t running well. No matter your skill or comfort level, there’s always another trick we can pick up to improve. Here are a few ways you can up your ga

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  • 5 barbecue tips every home griller should know
    5 barbecue tips every home griller should know

    Barbecue season is one of Canadians’ favourite ways to gather throughout the summer and into the fall. Whether it's a weeknight dinner on the deck, a cottage cookout or a backyard gathering with friends, a sizzling grill brings people together.

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  • Making the most of your staycation
    Making the most of your staycation

    Now, more than ever, Canadians are staying put for their vacations. In fact, according to a recent Leger poll, 67 per cent of respondents said they planned to travel within Canada...

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  • Beat the heat without breaking the bank
    Beat the heat without breaking the bank

    When summer reaches its hottest stretch, staying cool can feel like a full-time job. The air conditioner runs nonstop, but the house still feels warm and stuffy.

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  • Summer fire prevention tips
    Summer fire prevention tips

    From backyard barbecues to patio candles and firepits, summer is full of reasons to gather outside. A few simple precautions can help make sure the good times keep going all season long. Here's what to keep in mind:

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