Competition Bureau Warns Consumers about Deceptive Door-To-Door Sales of...
Don’t be fooled by misleading pitches for no-cost upgrades OTTAWA, ON — The Competition Bureau is urging consumers to be wary of deceptive tactics used by door‑to‑door salespeople trying to get you to...
View ArticleSolutions & Substitutions by Reena: Turkey Preparation Tips
By Reena Nerbas Pot Lid On or Off? Dear Reena, Julia Child once said, “The lid should always be left “ajar” if potatoes are left in the pot after cooking”. Also, someone said that cabbage should be...
View ArticleFun and Foraging for Wild Edible Plants in Southern Alberta
The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society hiking guide takes a food columnist out to enjoy a beautiful day in nature. They identify and taste wild edible berries, leaves and plants near the Sibbald...
View ArticleSolutions & Substitutions by Reena: Dusting
By Reena Nerbas Lumpy Gravy Dear Reena, How embarrassing, I had a house full of company for supper and I thought that everything was organized and ready to go. As everyone came up to serve themselves...
View ArticleCREB: Demand Down with Net Migration
City of Calgary, August 2016 – In step with City census data on declining net migration levels, housing sales activity totaled 1,741 units in July, a 12.6 per cent decrease over last year and the 20th...
View ArticleSalvation Army: Community Garden Slashes Food Bills and More
At The Salvation Army’s community garden in Swift Current, Sask., planting seeds and investing a little bit of time is improving the quality of life for low-income families and individuals. “There are...
View ArticleTown of Okotoks Water Conservation and Leak Detection Program
The Town of Okotoks is working with EPCOR and Corix Water Products to implement a Water Conservation and Leak Detection Program. The program will continue to update or replace existing water meter...
View ArticleSolutions & Substitutions by Reena: Battling Mosquitoes
By Reena Nerbas Stains on Fans’ Football Jersey Dear Reena, I would be forever indebted to you if you could advise on getting stains out of a green Roughrider jersey! I always wash jerseys in cold...
View ArticleBack-to-School Meals Made Easy
With summer winding down, it’s time to think about routines and making family-friendly meals for easy lunches and dinners. Here are some tips to make the food transition from summer fun to fall classes...
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