Colleen Fisher

How do GICs work? A GIC is a principal-protected investment option that guarantees a level of return for a specified period while protecting your original investment. The longer the term, the better your rate may be. You can purchase GICs through…

From their very inception, AI and robotics have been about making laborious human tasks simpler, faster and more efficient. While we aren’t (yet) living like The Jetsons with Rosie the Robot in every home, intelligent machines are actively helping…

Article content There’s been a shift in how insurance companies can calculate premiums for drivers. Instead of relying on statistical averages based on a driver’s age, for example, a highly personalized insurance equation can now be calculated…

Does socializing drain your child? Here’s how to celebrate birthday milestones with a party without overwhelming your little introvert. About five minutes into my kid’s fifth birthday party, I realized I had made a terrible mistake. I looked over the…

The Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC) is a federal Crown corporation, which means it’s owned by the federal government yet structured as a private company. Other examples of federal Crown corporations include the Canadian Broadcasting…

Widespread electric vehicles — along with a connected network of efficient transitways — are a close reality in Canadian cities. And it’s about time, too. Our transportation sector is still heavily reliant on fossil fuels, accounting for 24 percent…

I suppose I was eating almonds when I recently came across ‘Almond Mom’, a pejorative term meant to describe caregivers (mostly moms) who model diet culture for their children. At their worst, Almond Moms are said to push toxic diet and fitness…

Will our kids’ education suffer with robots running rampant? We turned to media literacy experts to navigate this rapid new normal. Like it or not, text-generating artificial intelligence (AI) robots have arrived. These tools are rapidly taking over…

The research is clear that many parents increased their alcohol consumption as the pandemic raged on: Homeschooling, job uncertainty, lockdowns and wondering if we were all going to die understandably contributed to a boom in alcohol and cannabis…

We all know Canadian winters are long and cold. And yet, it’s easy to forget just how painful and even dangerous freezing temperatures can be for exposed skin—especially when a polar vortex hits (a.k.a., “polar blast,” “Coldemort,” “snowpocalypse,”…

The avian flu is wreaking havoc in many ways—including your traditional holiday dinner. Read on for the details of this year’s potential turkey shortage, as well as a roundup of alternative options. The BC Poultry Association warns families of a…

This article is provided for information purposes only and is based on the information available from the Government of Canada as of November 9, 2022. In the 2022 Budget, the Government of Canada proposed the introduction of the Tax-Free First Home…

Get to know the Chief Medical Officer of imaware, why he chose to bring his extensive knowledge to this innovative healthcare company (and what he learned playing with Fleetwood Mac). A man who understands music has an inherent skill for rhythm,…

Few people understand the business side of healthcare better than Angie Inlow. Get to know this passionate leader ushering in a better way to empower patients. Never underestimate a business leader who coaches volleyball. The game isn’t so much about…

Highlights Your thyroid regulates your body’s metabolism, directly impacting energy levels.Signs of thyroid disease can be easy to miss.Testing thyroid-stimulating hormone levels in the blood is a first step in screening for thyroid problems.People…

Highlights Most people carry one or more risk factors for heart disease. Early detection and prevention is the best defense. Early symptoms can be seen in the blood, often before physical symptoms manifest.At-home tests can provide insights to your…

Highlights An estimated one in five Americans have high levels of lipoprotein(a), a known heart disease risk factor.Lipoprotein(a) is a particle found inside LDL, or “bad cholesterol.” It contributes to plaque buildup inside the arteries.…

Highlights Digestive issues can be early signs of celiac disease, although there are dozens of other possible symptoms. Celiac disease tends to run in families, so experts recommend first-degree relatives get tested.A simple blood test can reveal if…

When you have kids, cold winter months require plans of action, not to mention snap activities for surprise snow days and sick days. Puzzles for kids are one smart solution because they’re brain-stimulating, super affordable and don’t involve…

Whether you’re shopping for your own grandmother or buying the perfect gift for your mom from the kids, that special woman deserves a thoughtful gift from the heart. Here, we’ve curated a collection of hot trends alongside timeless gift ideas—because…