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July 5, 2026

Couple declined family help and bought a $770,000 Pickering townhouse on their own

4 min read

June 29, 2026

Ask A Doctor: BBQ and food safety

Health Canada estimates there are about four million cases of food-borne illness in the country every year, and the summer season creates ideal conditions for many of these cases.

How to avoid food poisoning during summer barbecue season

Dr. Shazma Mithani

4 min read

June 28, 2026

For some people a 'sleep divorce,' where couples sleep separately to get a better night’s rest, may actually strengthen the relationship.

For some people a 'sleep divorce,' where couples sleep separately to get a better night’s rest, may actually strengthen the relationship.

Is it time for a ‘sleep divorce’?

Dr. Rébecca Robillard

3 min read

June 26, 2026

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feature illustration for digital

Looking for summer vacation ideas close to home? Globe readers share their favourite spots

6 min read

June 22, 2026

Ask a Therapist

Psychological flexibility can boost your quality of life. Here are five ways to foster it

‘Psychological flexibility’ can boost your quality of life. Here are five ways to foster it

Dr. Jennifer Caspari

4 min read

June 20, 2026

A boy somersaults into the sea from a jetty in Oslo on June 28, 2019.

A boy somersaults into the sea from a jetty in Oslo on June 28, 2019.

How to get kids to spend less time on their phones this summer, according to our experts

7 min read

June 20, 2026

How connected are you to your partner? Put the ‘bird theory’ to the test

Mira Miller

5 min read

June 18, 2026

Senior golfer walking beside a younger player while guiding him on the golf course. Concept of mentorship, sport friendship, and recreational outdoor activity.

Senior golfer walking beside a younger player while guiding him on the golf course. Concept of mentorship, sport friendship, and recreational outdoor activity.

On Father’s Day, I remember these parenting teachings from my dad

David A. Robertson

4 min read

June 18, 2026

My wife’s friends annoy me. How should I respond?

Gayle MacDonald

3 min read

June 15, 2026

Filiz Altinoglu looks over home work with her son Ege Altinoglu at their home in Oakville, Ontario, on June 13, 2026. Filiz Altinoglu enrolled her son Ege, who now attends the University of Waterloo, in private school after it became clear he was learning faster than his peers. (Nick Iwanyshyn/JOBFlocks)

Filiz Altinoglu looks over home work with her son Ege Altinoglu at their home in Oakville, Ontario, on June 13, 2026. Filiz Altinoglu enrolled her son Ege, who now attends the University of Waterloo, in private school after it became clear he was learning faster than his peers. (Nick Iwanyshyn/JOBFlocks)

Private school enrolment keeps climbing as parents look to give their kids an edge

5 min read

June 15, 2026

Ask a Child Psychologist - Are school awards actually good for kids?

Ask a Child Psychologist - Are school awards actually good for kids?

Are school awards actually good for kids?

Dr. Jillian Roberts

4 min read

June 14, 2026

Group of Children With Football Soccer Balls at Training Class. Outdoor Football Training For Little School Kids. Boys and Girls Having Fun at Sports Practice on Summer Day

Group of Children With Football Soccer Balls at Training Class. Outdoor Football Training For Little School Kids. Boys and Girls Having Fun at Sports Practice on Summer Day

opinion

For divorcing parents with uneven income, sharing costs like summer camp can get messy

Anita Bruinsma

4 min read

June 14, 2026

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An administrative assistant’s $18,000 wedding will have a sit-down dinner, but she’ll do her own hair and makeup

4 min read

June 11, 2026

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fathers day feature image

Twelve Father’s Day gifts from Canadian brands and makers

Truc Nguyen

3 min read

June 10, 2026

A boy somersaults into the sea from a jetty in Oslo on June 28, 2019.

A boy somersaults into the sea from a jetty in Oslo on June 28, 2019.

earlier

What should your kids do this summer? Our experts answered your questions

1 min read

June 10, 2026

For a future story, tell us about the most satiating, tasty, unique and diverse sandwiches in Canada.

For a future story, tell us about the most satiating, tasty, unique and diverse sandwiches in Canada.

What’s the best sandwich in Canada? Tell us about it

1 min read

June 8, 2026

Australia has enacted a ban on social media for children under 16, while other countries are working on similar restrictions.

Australia has enacted a ban on social media for children under 16, while other countries are working on similar restrictions.

What are your questions about a social media ban for children in Canada? We want to hear from you

2 min read

June 8, 2026

Group of children having fun jumping from a pier in to the lake on a hot summer day

Group of children having fun jumping from a pier in to the lake on a hot summer day

Forget about core memories. Embrace the chaotic summer family vacation

Amberly McAteer

4 min read

June 4, 2026

Financial save money for wedding. Prepare for marriage expenses

Financial save money for wedding. Prepare for marriage expenses

Five things I skipped – and splurged on – at my wedding

4 min read

June 4, 2026

Kris and Andy Hollenburg

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The importance of friendship in marriage: How long-term couples have stayed friends through the years

Mira Miller

6 min read

June 4, 2026

A play room at the Imagination Tree daycare in Calgary.

A play room at the Imagination Tree daycare in Calgary.

opinion

Daycare is expensive but leaving the workforce may cost you more

Kristy Shen

3 min read

June 3, 2026

Fruit bats

Fruit bats

opinion

What you really, really need? A good hang

Jane Macdougall

4 min read

June 2, 2026

Happiness, volunteer woman and charity as group for community service, project or nonprofit initiative. People, teamwork and together as collaboration, outdoor and program with help, donations or NGO

Happiness, volunteer woman and charity as group for community service, project or nonprofit initiative. People, teamwork and together as collaboration, outdoor and program with help, donations or NGO

No summer job? Here’s how your kids can stay productive

5 min read

June 1, 2026

Joy Diaries, Hazel Mae

Joy Diaries, Hazel Mae

Where Blue Jays sportscaster Hazel Mae finds her off-field joy

Rosemary Counter

3 min read

June 1, 2026

How to treat minor burns and cuts at home

How to treat minor burns and cuts at home

How to treat minor burns and cuts at home

Dr. Shazma Mithani

4 min read

May 27, 2026

Child in eyeglasses using digital tablet and stylus, focusing on screen for learning or entertainment indoors

Child in eyeglasses using digital tablet and stylus, focusing on screen for learning or entertainment indoors

Kids are using AI for schoolwork. As parents, we need to teach them how to think for themselves

David A. Robertson

5 min read

May 25, 2026

A white wine glass lying flat on a vibrant yellow background, captured in a minimalistic flat lay style

A white wine glass lying flat on a vibrant yellow background, captured in a minimalistic flat lay style

Does alcohol make you sleep better or worse?

Dr. Rébecca Robillard

4 min read

May 22, 2026

How to help a grieving person

4 min read

May 22, 2026

Six Canadians share how they’re commemorating a loved one who has passed away.

Six Canadians share how they’re commemorating a loved one who has passed away.

Six Canadians share how they’re commemorating a loved one who has passed away

Jacob Dubé

5 min read

May 22, 2026

Celebrations of life, more informal and intimate than traditional funerals, are on the rise.

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Celebrations of life, more informal and intimate than traditional funerals, are on the rise.

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Celebrations of life, more informal and intimate than traditional funerals, are on the rise

7 min read

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