Explore St. John's

No one knows for sure how St. John’s got its name, but one of the oldest cities in North America has a long history of welcoming visitors from far and wide. With a notable number of people having descended from Ireland and England, 97 percent of the population speaks English. (If you’ve ever been to Waterford, Ireland, you’ll recognize the accent.) Curiously, Newfoundland has its own time zone, set 11/2 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time.

8 Bad Habits That Thwart Good Friendships

Friendship is important. You learned it in kindergarten and now there’s evidence to suggest it’s a key factor in leading a healthy life. Yet, many women find their social circle sparsely populated. Make sure you avoid these missteps that stave o your soul sisters.

Frozen Shoulder

It affects women more often than men – usually at midlife – and, in many cases, no one is quite sure why. Writer Lisa Kadane was one of those medical mysteries. She shares her journey, along with a few tips on how to cope while waiting for the thaw.

It's Your Move

So you’re thinking of decluttering but the idea of your stu going to a landfill is a non-starter? No worries, there are a lot of innovative possibilities. Writer Diana Ballon unpacks your options.

A Cup Of Whoa

Whether it’s pioneering on-site roasting, serving co ee in a cone or seeking out investors on national TV, doing things di erently comes naturally to Diana Olsen, founder of Balzac’s Coffee Roasters.

Garden Party

What better way to pay homage to Canada on her big birthday than by investing in the very soil that holds this great country together? Edible gardening is a healthy, sustainable idea with a long history. We’re taking a page from our past and planting the seeds for the next 150 years, give or take. Here’s to a beautiful, healthy summer!

Presentation 101

Want to make the most of your summer bounty with Instagram-worthy preserves but don’t know where to start? We talked to Lee Murphy, author of The Preservatory, about mastering preservation without reservations.

Past Imperfect

How my paion for travel freed me from the racism I grew up with and made me a prouder Canadian

Stay Safe In The Sun

IN TERMS OF SUN PROTECTION factor (SPF), go big! In recent years, the expert-advised minimum SPF has shot up from 15 to 30.