Where Will You Be on Remembrance Day?
The red poppy. The cenotaph. The wreaths. These are among the images associated with November 11. Recent years have added…
What’s New in Cancer Care—Part IV
For the past few weeks, we’ve been highlighting advances in the fight against cancer. This week: targeted therapies. By Wendy Haaf Throughout the 1970s, ’80s, and ’90s, research revealed the ways in which cancer cells differ from normal cells. “Many…
Hobby? What Hobby?
Everyone should have a hobby. I was going to tell you who said that, but I’ve done some research and…
The Fitness App That Fell Flat
By Lola Augustine Brown A new calorie-counting feature of Google Maps appeared suddenly on some users’ iPhones last week—and within…
Good News for Grandparents
By Lola Augustine Brown If you love hanging out with your grandchildren, then you’re going to like this news: there’s…
Our Cancer Care Update—Part III
We’re a long way from beating cancer, but scientists are gaining ground. For the past few weeks, we’ve been highlighting…
Canada’s Top Retirement Destinations: St. Albert, AB
By Wendy Haaf The Musée Héritage Museum’s Grain Elevator Park historic site. Photos: dreamstime/Peter McLean.…
How Long You Live Is Partly Up to You
By Lola Augustine Brown Your behaviour is more likely than your genes to determine how long you live, according to…
Are You Up for a Surprise Vacation?
By Lola Augustine Brown If you’re ready to take that dream vacation but have no idea where to go,…
Your Guide to Disability Savings Plans
Registered disability savings plans (RDSPs) are essentially retirement savings plans for those with a disability—plans to which the government will…
