Lifestyle
The Mint and Heritage lifestyle looks at a variety of things to do to boost the mind, the body and the soul. Follow along for work and leisure ideas to add to your own way of life.
Why a thank you card goes a long way
The art of writing seems to be a dying craft as we continue to move further and further into a digital world of emails, text messages and the like. But I for one am a sucker for paper crafts and…
Local “Shop Boys” unveil 2016 charity calendar
Calgary is home to a vibrant community of independent businesses. Many of the faces behind the local favourites and neighborhood hangouts tend to stay behind-the-scenes, but a new Calgary-oriented calendar is looking to bring these peeps front-and-center. The 2016 Shop…
5 must-read websites for the modern working girl
As a blogger, I am often asked about what websites I like to read. In an online world with endless choices, I find that I use many resources to find useful tidbits, funny news and just plain ol’ cute baby…
Must-go to events this fall in Calgary
Summer in Calgary is known as the hip and happening time of year. But with so much amazing stuff going on every weekend, the summer calendar has gotten jam-packed. Does that mean that the fun has to end after Labour…
Tips and tricks for the lady cyclist
There’s a biking boom going on in Calgary and I am all for it. With the launch of the new downtown cycle track and tons of new and old riders hitting the road, it’s a great time to join the…
Boom Lake Hike in Banff National Park
Experience the Boom Lake hike Boom Lake is a lovely day trip from Calgary. I love to explore the Alberta wilderness but I am not the strongest of hikers. When an easy hike comes along, I jump at the chance…