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5 ways to help kids retain knowledge over the summer

5 ways to help kids retain knowledge over the summer

Avoid the "summer slide"—the loss of math and reading knowledge typical during summer break—by enrolling your children in summer programs.
Exploring Ontario's wild side: Beware of these dangerous flora and fauna encounters

Exploring Ontario's wild side: Beware of these dangerous flora and fauna encounters

As you venture into the wild this summer, be aware of the toxic and harmful species that call Ontario home.
WATCH: Olympian tells the story about a bizarre solution to her post-event drug test

WATCH: Olympian tells the story about a bizarre solution to her post-event drug test

What do you do when you have to do a drug test and can't go pee? Elizabeth Manley reveals the interesting solution from the 1988 Winter Games.
Get ready to celebrate Canada Day with a smooth border crossing

Get ready to celebrate Canada Day with a smooth border crossing

Pack your bags, wave your maple leaf proudly, and get ready to celebrate Canada Day with ease.
Harvesting the forest: Where (and how) to forage for mushrooms and edible plants in Ontario

Harvesting the forest: Where (and how) to forage for mushrooms and edible plants in Ontario

Where to go, what to harvest, and how to forage safe and responsibly throughout the province.
How to save to buy (and maintain) a car

How to save to buy (and maintain) a car

To take some of the guesswork out of budgeting for a car purchase and ongoing care, we've got you covered with these expert tips.
Best of Village Life: 5 stories our readers are loving this week

Best of Village Life: 5 stories our readers are loving this week

This week on Village Life, Canada's most dangerous plant was revealed, we found out what Ontario city tops the list for summer affairs plus three other stories our readers can't stop talking about.
Fun festivals in Ontario you shouldn't miss this summer

Fun festivals in Ontario you shouldn't miss this summer

This summer, Ontario is serving up a festival feast fit for the most insatiable appetite.
Ensure a sizzling summer with these must-know grilling safety tips

Ensure a sizzling summer with these must-know grilling safety tips

Before you slip on your apron and embark on your grilling adventures, here are four important grilling safety tips that will keep your summer culinary escapades worry-free.
ICYMI: Dive into the nostalgic fun of adults-only summer camps in Ontario

ICYMI: Dive into the nostalgic fun of adults-only summer camps in Ontario

From wine-tasting to axe-throwing, and everything in between, these camps offer something for everyone.