Living in your home

The change in seasons is a busy time for homeowners. For those with newly-built traditional or prefab homes, the spring chore checklist includes landscaping, gardening, and preparing for the highs and lows of the summer weather to come. Here’s how you can make it a summer to remember by preparing your newly built property this […]

For a while there, it felt like winter would never loosen its icy grasp on us. But now that spring has finally sprung, it’s time to start writing your cottage opening checklist. Here are some cottage-opening essentials you won’t want to miss! Before You Go Don’t hit the road without a plan. There are a

With New Year’s Day behind us, everyone is working on following through on their list of resolutions as we settle into 2018. No matter how organized you are, there is probably still at least one area in your life that could use some extra attention. If the stress you experienced cooking Christmas dinner convinced you it

When people think of time at the cottage, their mind usually jumps to lounging on the beach or going hiking. However, for those with winterized cottages, there is a whole other world of fun awaiting them during wintertime. Here are five outdoor activities to try this winter at the cottage. Skating Public skating in arenas

Christmas in the big city has its charms, but have you ever celebrated it at the cottage? Your favourite summertime destination in the country can also be a magical place this chilly time of year. Here are the top 10 reasons why you should consider escaping to the cottage this holiday season. 10. Tranquil Beauty

Most people are diligent about their home security, but have you given your cottage the same consideration? Cottages and their surrounding property these days typically contain electronics, computers, alcohol, all-terrain vehicles, and other items quite tempting for thieves. Don’t let its location in the countryside lull you into a false sense of security; the fact

Many Canadians look forward to the beginning of October because it means Thanksgiving is just around the corner. However, if you are a cottage owner, this can also be a wistful time because it means the cottage season is now officially over. While some cottages are suitable for use throughout the year, others must be