There is something special about having a real Christmas tree over the holidays. There is just nothing quite like the smell of a fresh tree as it permeates your home, bringing fond memories to the forefront of your mind. Sometimes though, real trees come with a few negatives. For instance, real trees can easily dry out, loose their needles and die. Thankfully … [Read more...]

          Apple Spice Play Dough Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 1 cup flour ¼ cup salt 1 teaspoon cream of tartar ½ teaspoon nutmeg 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup water ½ tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon red food colouring Optional materials for sensory play: Thin … [Read more...]

  One of our Christmas traditions that I love is opening one gift on Christmas Eve each. It’s always a pair of brand new pyjamas to wear that night to bed, ready to wear and be cozy in the next morning when we open the rest of our gifts.  There is nothing cuter than  kids running around in matching holiday pjs. I’ve rounded up some great pjs sets here for the entire … [Read more...]

    It happens every year! Just when you think you’ve wrapped up your holiday gift list without going over-budget, you realize that there are still stockings to stuff. Not to worry, we have you covered. Here’s a list of some of the best stocking stuffer ideas out there that are both practical and affordable. And, today may be your lucky day. From vanity … [Read more...]

  Ugly Christmas sweaters are a huge thing during the holidays. From ugly christmas sweater parties to family Christmas dinner, you want to make sure you have at least one awesome ugly Christmas sweater.  Amazon.ca has a great selection of ugly Christmas Sweaters. We’ve got the perfect roundup of 15 Of The Best Ugly Christmas Sweaters You Can Get On … [Read more...]

Source:  Monkey Business Images || Shutterstock.com       Canada’s dairy farmers are empowering female athletes with their national initiative – Fuelling Women Champions (FWC), dedicated to the advancement of women in sport. For the second year, Canada’s dairy farmers launched the Champions Fund, a national $150,000 grant program designed to encourage … [Read more...]

Romolo Tavani | Shutterstock.com To help kick off your Halloween planning, Amazon.ca is excited to offer a curated Halloween Store that has everything you need to out-do last year to be the spookiest house on the block. The Halloween Store is a one-stop shopping destination. Not only does it have a wide selection of unique and popular costumes for adults and kids, but … [Read more...]

  We've had a funny summer here in Southern Ontario - fall weather all of August and now that we are officially into fall the heat is up in the 30s. Sooner or later though we are going to be thrown back into cool fall temperatures and I intend to be prepared with a fall-ready wardrobe. I've already added a few new sweaters, boots and a couple amazing ponchos. Looking … [Read more...]

  To celebrate this December’s highly anticipated Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Amazon.ca is offering the latest, most sought after Star Wars The Black Series action figures, LEGO building sets, Funko collectibles, and so much more! More than 80 new Star Wars toys and games are now available at www.amazon.ca/starwars. In the Amazon.ca’s Star Wars store, searching for the … [Read more...]

 Source:  Monkey Business Images || Shutterstock.com   There are only a few days left for female athletes, teams, and organizations to apply for The Champions Fund grant before recipients are chosen at noon on September 20th! The Champions Fund was created by Canada's dairy farmers to encourage and support the next generation of girls and women in their pursuit of … [Read more...]

  With back-to-school just around the corner it is time to think about stocking up for back-to-school. Whether you are a parent preparing your kids for the first day of school or a student gearing up for university, the Amazon.ca Back-to-School Essentials Store is a one-stop shopping destination for parents and students alike. You will love just how easy it is to … [Read more...]

    No matter how old your kids get, you’ll never stop being their mom. So naturally, when that bittersweet milestone finally becomes a reality (yes, I’m talking about college or university) you’ll sleep better at night knowing that you’ve equipped them with the tools and the learnings they need to succeed. Who’s kidding whom? They likely don’t want our … [Read more...]

    While we often complain about the long and cold Canadian climate, it’s not uncommon for us to see snow fall in March and even April. This means we’re sporting toques, trousers and too many layers to count for at least six months of the year. So, when the temperature soars into the double digits, we’re ready to take full advantage of the sunshine and warmer … [Read more...]

What would you do if you won the lottery? This is something my husband and I talk about fairly often, and it is fun to think about all you could do with a sudden influx of cash like that.  We never seen to get tired of discussing the possibilities, it's a topic that never seems to get old. If I won I would get a new car, and have a reasonably sized house built in the … [Read more...]