There have been myriad stories about the need for children to become more active. But despite all the talk, this year's Active Healthy Kids Canada (AHKC) Report Card found that there has been no improvement observed in the physical activity levels of children and youth (five to 17 year olds). A mere five per cent meet the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines.
Many doctors' offices have a litany of posters lining their reception and examining rooms - so many in fact that the average reader would have difficulty...
It's time for PoCo residents to show their civic pride and their appreciation of local gardeners' efforts to beautify the community. Nominations for the...
Europe has contributed many weeds to Canada that challenge the patience and the joints of gardeners - buttercups, for instance. At this time of year, ...
If you are looking for a great pork recipe for your outdoor grill this summer, this is it. It has become a favourite with us, and I have featured it in...
Over the past few years, I've heard many of my patients say, "It is what it is." At first, only those over 30 would repeat this phrase, but more recently...
What vegetables can I plant as winter crops? How can I avoid bitter bolting lettuce? When is the best time to cut back rhodos? How do I overwinter my ...
"My friend has a big rosemary bush in her backyard that she doesn't like to keep. She doesn't want to kill it either. How can I move it without killing...
The Peoples Drug Mart Walk for ALS at Tri Cities-Ridge Meadows will take place on Sunday, June 16. The event will kick off at 9 a.m. at Riverside Secondary...
Thousands of residents and businesses use PoCo's transportation network every day, whether they're walking their children to school, cycling on the trails...
All of his siblings, his wife, dozens of his contemporaries and even himself - the numbers are so shocking, it's almost as if cancer is inescapable in...
