Indigenous Values
The seasonal traditions of Indigenous Peoples are as diverse as the Indigenous cultures across Canada. At the heart of our beliefs, the care and wellness of the collective is given more credence than
Skill Building for Sustainability and Resilience
As a child, were you taught how to mend clothes or preserve food? What about how to garden and save seeds, or identify local flora and fauna? Unfortunately, many young people grow up without the oppor
Stress and Your Aging Parents
The holidays are a time for joy and celebration; however, there is often stress associated with these events, particularly for older adults, their families, and their caregivers. Increasing demands on
The Most Vegan and Vegetarian-Friendly Cities in the U.S.
Finding plant-based food options can be a challenge, even though the number of people adopting a meat-free diet has grown exponentially over the last decade.
While some cities have not yet caught on t
Active Aging for a Stronger Future
Society has always obsessed over living longer. We’ve dreamed up fanciful ways to achieve that, from comic books’ superhero potions to Star Trek’s cryonics. But dream no more: Canadian life expectancy
5 Hard-core Crafters You Should Know
"Erica Domesek of P.S. I Made ThisJason Kempin/WireImage/ThinkstockCrafting has become more than an activity to pass you
What Crisis?
“I miss my 25-year-old stamina.”
“I wish I’d done things differently.”
“Nothing excites me these days.”
“I worry about aging.”
Sound familiar? At some middle-ish stage of our life, many of us find our
Style Tips: Color Blocking Do’s and Don’ts
"Color blocking is all the rage these days, but there's a right way and a wrong way to do it.Wavebreak Media/ThinkstockB
How to Give Your Dog CPR
"Veterinarian Dr. Mike Estrin (center) instructs two New Brighton, Minnesota, firefighters on how to give a dog CPR usin
alive's June 2021 Challenge: Appreciate Nature Daily
Hey there, did you know that nature deficit disorder is an actual thing? Many of us crave time outdoors, and science is beginning to show us why: Spending even a brief time in nature is a simple way t
