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Every once in awhile I see something that brings the kid out in me – poprocks and gold rush candy, plush stuffies, and Lego are just a few of my favourite things, but nothing makes me want to gear up and get outside to play more than a power toy.   The good news is that Gio has an amazing lineup of electric scooters and electric bikes that are fun, fun, fun, for both you and your kids, and they’re now available on Bestbuy.ca. Just in time too, because spring and summer are right around the corner.

Based in P.E.I., Paderno has been in business for more than 35 years, making quality cookware, In fact, Paderno claims to be the only cookware manufacturer in Canada. 

Make your mom’s next gift something worthwhile; this is the year to make your Mother’s Day gift a useful one, and Bestbuy.ca has you covered.

How fast do you get out of the house when you have kids? We all know 45 minutes spent at the front door without ever crossing the threshold is not unheard of. I make a habit of getting everything ready hours before we actually have to be anywhere.  It is a feat of incredible magic and coordination to get out the door without screaming your head off, breaking a sweat or a nail or both. Here are a few suggestions that may help.

 Did you know that Mother’s Day is on May 8th this year? Check your watch or phone for the date. That’s how many shopping days you still have left. Stuck on gift giving ideas? Check inside for some cool gifts to get mom this year, with some input from my wife (a techie,) my coworker (a non-techie) and a few other moms with different interests.

Most of us Dads (and even our dads) are closet tech nuts, excited over tech, pretty much any tech. 10 years ago, I could’ve cared less about controlling the temperature of my house through my phone, but 2 months ago as I was having a smart thermostat installed, I couldn’t wait. With little things like this in mind, here’s my take on some gadgets that interest me as a first time dad, and might provide you some inspiration for yours less than one week away from Christmas day.

February is a month of interesting, imporant, fun and quirky celebrations. Yes, there is romantic Valentine’s Day but this holiday too often eclipses the other things we celebrate in February.   Check out this February holiday calendar. There is something for everyone  – even for those allergic to cupid!      

Just because you have a spare bedroom and occasionally host overnight guests does not mean you have to provide hotel-like accommodation. That said, there is much more to being a good host than simply offering a bed in a cold, often unused room. Here are five easy style tips that will go a long way towards making your guests feel welcome and comfortable.

Keep your floors looking and smelling fresh with this guide on the best ways to clean a carpet or rug at home.

One of the easiest ways to decrease your carbon footprint is by switching from disposable to reusable water bottles and mugs. Here's why.