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This Halloween, be safe when trick-or-treating by watching for cars

This Halloween, be safe when trick-or-treating by watching for cars

The scariest things lurking around the corner on Halloween aren’t monsters or ghosts. According to doctors, it’s cars. Halloween is one of the deadliest days of the year for pedestrians, especially for kids .
Claire Nielsen: Raising teens to 'let be and let go'

Claire Nielsen: Raising teens to 'let be and let go'

It is up to us to accept the lessons and give up what we used to know, and heal any generational traumas or dysfunctional parenting styles.
Claire Nielsen: Coping with teen rebellion — take nothing personally

Claire Nielsen: Coping with teen rebellion — take nothing personally

All we can do is our best with an open heart and understanding ears.
Is your child ready for their first cellphone this year? Here's what experts say

Is your child ready for their first cellphone this year? Here's what experts say

Spokeo analyzed phone ownership rates among children and heard from child development experts on determining cellphone readiness.
10 of the best Canadian TV shows of all time

10 of the best Canadian TV shows of all time

One Canadian series broke the record for most Emmy wins in a single year for a comedy show.
Life satisfaction among Canadians on the decline, StatCan survey finds

Life satisfaction among Canadians on the decline, StatCan survey finds

The survey found only 48.6 per cent of Canadians aged 15 years and older feeling were "highly satisfied" with their lives in 2024.
Claire Nielsen: Is coffee a friend or foe to our health?

Claire Nielsen: Is coffee a friend or foe to our health?

How coffee became essential, and why we should rethink our daily cup.
Opinion: How parents can promote positive sibling relationships

Opinion: How parents can promote positive sibling relationships

Strong, positive and supporting relationships between siblings can support people's well-being throughout their lifetimes, and parenting approaches matter.
Claire Nielsen: The power of the apology — it's never too late

Claire Nielsen: The power of the apology — it's never too late

Columnist Claire Nielsen breaks down the therapeutic apology method.
How to talk to someone in your life about starting therapy

How to talk to someone in your life about starting therapy

Rula provides 7 strategies for discussing professional mental health support with a loved one.