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The best way to play cottage hockey indoors is on an easy-to-build “crockey” rink. This all-ages game, a cross between crokinole and table hockey, is adaptable to different skill levels, … Continued

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There’s a river just across the street from my house. When I go outside in the morning, it smells and feels like I’m at the cottage. I love that. The … Continued

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“Have the conversation, not the argument,” is one of Alyson Schafer’s favourite maxims. The lifelong cottager, family counsellor, and parenting expert on The Marilyn Denis Show, says that open communication … Continued

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A helper at the cottage is always welcome—especially the strong, silent type! Adding a vise to your cottage workshop may not be as exciting as buying some other tools, but … Continued

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Ready to take a break from all that endless scrolling? Us too. Now is the perfect time to kick back, click once, and get lost in a fascinating show that … Continued

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It seems humans aren’t alone in their love for puzzles. New research has found that raccoons—a species already known to be innovative and curious enough to thrive in cities—will solve … Continued

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1173 Spring Lake Road, Parry Sound Remote Area, Ont. Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Lot size: 162 feet by 188 feet List price: $999,900 Date listed: January 6, 2026 Realtor: Tom … Continued

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Decks take a beating in Canadian cottage country, but so do screened porches, open patios, and every other outdoor space at the lake. Since 1991, Sunspace has helped Ontario families … Continued

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In my years at the helm of Canada’s top parenting magazine, Today’s Parent, I interviewed countless pediatricians about the importance of outdoor play. One surprising bit of advice came up … Continued

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Inside the workshop, not all masks and respirators are created equal, so don’t assume the crumpled N95 in your pocket will protect your lungs—it depends on the hazard you’re up … Continued

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