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Canadians are hitting the polls — and they have the selfies to prove it
But don’t take a picture with your ballot or risk spoiling your vote! Continue reading
Parents feel squeezed by child-care costs. Here’s where they want help
“We calculated that we would be paying $2,600 a month,” said one parent of two. “At that point, is it even worth me going back to work?” Continue reading
‘Money disorder’: When spending leads to cycles of self-destructive behaviour
Some people love to save, others love to spend, and for some, spending money can lead to a vicious cycle of self-destructive behaviour. Continue reading
‘I ran faster and so did he:’ Why some women are afraid to run in public
To make running safer for women, trans and non-binary people, experts say public spaces need to be created with gender in mind. Continue reading
Slow walkers are more likely to age faster: study
In a recent study, the lungs, teeth and immune systems of slow walkers were discovered to be in worse shape than people who walked faster. Continue reading
Impetigo is a contagious skin infection — here’s how to ensure your kids don’t get it
Impetigo is a common and contagious bacterial contamination that typically affects kids ages two to five. Continue reading
Canadian girls have more friends online than in real life: survey
For International Day of the Girl, researchers examined the lives of Canadian girls — both online and off. Continue reading
‘Instagram therapy’ is on the rise, but experts say it could be harmful
There’s concern about a lack of regulation around mental health discussions happening on Instagram and other social media. Continue reading
‘Fire challenge’ leaves 12-year-old boy with 2nd-degree burns
The boy’s chin, chest and stomach were all severely burned, and he had to be treated in hospital for four days. Continue reading
The best Canadian produce to buy this fall — and how to cook them
These seasonal veggies can make great side dishes for your turkey this weekend. Continue reading
Asking an employee to get a sick note is a ‘public health risk,’ experts say
Eight in 10 Canadians said they would go to work sick if their employer required a sick note, and that puts the public in danger. Continue reading
Many women aren’t told they have dense breasts. Here’s why it matters
43 per cent of women ages 40 to 74 have dense breasts, and they can have serious implications. Continue reading
Does cold weather make you sick?
Getting the flu shot is the best thing you can do to protect yourself (and others) at this time of year. Continue reading
Reality check: Can you reverse diabetes by changing your diet?
Historically, both types of diabetes have been considered inevitably degenerative — but that may no longer be the case. Continue reading
‘It feels like failure’: Why Canadian workplaces should offer stress leave
Experts say there is no federal regulation but it can be beneficial for both employees and employers. Continue reading