Those pondering post secondary education must have their finances in order; here are tips on getting started
Now is the time of year when many high school students about to graduate, and the parents who help them, as well as students who recently graduated, start planning for post secondary school. For those interested in agriculture, there are many options to mull over. According to an article in the American magazine Modern Farmer, […] Read moreStories by M. Carolyn Black
Producers, chefs partner to promote local food
Culinary tourism | Events promote local produce and help to educate consumers about agriculture
Culinary tourism, a new concept encompassing the fields of local agriculture, viticulture and aquaculture, has exploded in Ontario. Two outdoor dining experiences in Simcoe County this summer celebrated regional tastes and Ontario heritage while also boosting the local economy and helping growers turn a profit. An elegant dinner was served in July on the grounds […] Read more
Food growers, tourism link up
There’s a new phrase for foodie experiences that appeal to those who support local food production: agri-culinary tourism. The term connects smaller food producers with chefs and bed and breakfasts who promote local ingredients. One such initiative is the Buy Local, Eat Natural campaign in British Columbia, which has a website featuring farmers in a […] Read more
Former smokers may see health return to non-smoker levels
Women improve faster It takes about 20 years for mens’ health to rebound but as little as 10 for women
Former smokers are reaping the benefit of quitting by seeing their baseline health return to the same levels as someone their age who has never smoked, according to a recent Statistics Canada report. Smoking rates have steadily de-clined across Canada for the past 30 years, with Health Canada statistics showing smoking rates more than halved […] Read more
Caution urged for kids on ATVs
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All terrain vehicles are fun for children to ride but should not be treated like toys, a certified ATV safety instructor cautions families. “I think it’s an absolutely great sport, there’s a lot of fun to be had. It opens up a lot of country that you can get into, but (operators) need to be […] Read moreFood labelling regulations stalled
Last-minute industry opposition from Canadian brewers may spell disaster for allergy and celiac groups counting on long-awaited food labelling regulations from Health Canada. Gwen Smith, editor ofAllergic Living magazine, said since the vast majority of labels would affect food, not alcohol, she wonders why the brewers waited “until the 11th hour” to voice opposition when […] Read more
