It’s a luxury item that many people love, but few know how to purchase. Here’s what to look for when you’re ready to buy a boat. Every Friday night, from May until Thanksgiving, Linda Waddell and her husband drive from their Orangeville home to the shores of Georgian Bay. They then climb onto their 32-foot cabin cruiser –  a large boat with sleeping quarters onboard – and spend the rest of the weekend puttering around the area. “It’s the...

It might be easier to stay indoors during our frozen months, but Canada has a lot to offer those who don’t mind the cold. They call Canada the Great White North for good reason – winter likes to stick around. Most of us try and make the most out of the season – we ski, we toboggan and we play hockey, but there’s a lot more winter fun that this country has to offer than a skate around our local rink. If you’re looking for a new snowy adventure,...

For those looking to see the world and give back at the same time, consider these must-see destinations. As Cathy and Don McCallum reached retirement in 2007 – she was a teacher, he was a banker – they began thinking about what they should do after they stopped working. The North Bay, Ontario, couple knew they wanted to travel, but they didn’t just want to sit on a beach or do the usual sightseeing. They’ve always volunteered in their community...

You used to dream of getting away in the winter to a place where the sun kisses your skin and you could wear flip-flops daily. Now that dream’s a reality – you spend your winters playing canasta and perfecting your golf swing down south. While it’s exciting to escape the winter weather, you now have homes to maintain in different countries. Transitioning from one place to another can be a lot of work, but with a little preparation you can...