Canadians across the country will pause for two minutes at 11 a.m. on November 11 as part of this year's Remembrance Day observance. This is a simple annual tradition that millions across the country take part in to honour people from the Canadian military who sacrificed their lives - starting with the First World War
“The unread story is not a story; it is little black marks on wood pulp. The reader, reading it, makes it live: a live thing, a story.” –Ursula K. Le Guin What was your favorite book as a child? What stories filled you with wonder and excitement? What are your favorite books today, and
It’s October, and Halloween is creeping up on our doorstep. For a holiday that’s all about candy and playing dress up, there sure is a lot to do to get ready! You could dust off the old decorations and recipes from last year, but why not try something new? Today, we have all the tools
“Please can we get a dog? I promise to feed them and water them and take them on walks and clean up after them! Please, please, please?” Every parent will eventually hear this pleading. Dogs are one of the most popular pets in the world, and if you don’t already have one, chances are your
Let’s face it, we could all do with more sleep. Our busy schedules require us to stay up late and wake up early, and they allow nowhere near enough time for valuable shut-eye. If we knew this was how it would be, I think we all would have savored those naps in kindergarten! There’s not
School is back in session, and that means the tests are back, too. Students everywhere flee to their notes and spend hours trying to remember every scrap of information. Whether you’re a student yourself, or you’re a parent of a student who’s struggling to pass their tests, knowing how to study can make a difference
The old saying goes “You are what you eat,” but this isn’t quite accurate. No one turns into a Caesar salad after enjoying a healthy lunch. However, enjoying a bowl of fresh, leafy greens and croutons can put us in a good mood. Meanwhile, that tempting cupcake may be sweet in the moment, but we
The staff here at Lewis MacLean have a regular Monday ritual that goes something like this: “Hey Mia, how far did you ride your bike this weekend?” “Oh, just a short one. About 150 K.” (Sound of us shaking our heads in disbelief.) “Mia” is Mia Gabrielson, the Lewis MacLean marketing guru and, well, she
We are getting our Mo' on on for Movember and supporting Men's Health!' Lewis is goin' Mo'!