The Home Assist Blog
Choose the proper car seat for your child
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for Canadian children. Every year the equivalent of two classrooms full of children (61 children) die in car crashes, according to Safe Kids Canada, the national…
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Frankincense fights inflammation to halt joint pain.
Many people plagued with the pain and discomfort of osteoarthritis choose natural treatment options as an alternative to over–the–counter or prescription pain–killers. Most popular are glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM, but new research shows that pain…
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Doctors develop a better way to detect skin cancer
Dr. Harvey Lui, a well–known dermatologist in Vancouver, has seen the same story play out for thousands of worried patients waiting for a skin cancer diagnosis. First, a potentially long wait to see a dermatologist…
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Build skills for post–secondary success this summer
Transitioning from high school to college or university can be difficult. Often high school graduates will have the grades, but are lacking the skills needed to succeed in college or university. Enrolling in a distance…
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Young environmental leadership growing across Canada
WWF is helping to grow young environmental leaders across Canada with its Green CommUnity School Grants Program, made possible by Loblaw Companies Limited. With six rounds of funding over three years, schools can apply each…
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Summer reading: How to help your child get ahead in school
Summertime is so beautiful – filled with outdoor sports, full pink roses, warm afternoons and cool evenings. Just thinking about the summer months makes many school–aged children happy. You may remember having at least a…
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Say goodbye to ties and tools this Father’s Day
Having exhausted their quota of ties, tools and sports paraphernalia, many Canadians struggle every year to come up with thoughtful and affordable gift ideas for Father’s Day. TD Credit Cards associate vice president, Stacie Pearson…
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Affordability tips for first time homebuyers
Owning your first home is a milestone as well as an exciting experience. However, many first time homebuyers can be nervous about the process, as they don’t know what to expect or how to make…
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Life Insurance 101: Tips for choosing the right life insurance plan
For some Canadians, understanding life insurance and knowing what coverage to get can be challenging so it’s no surprise that many overlook reviewing their insurance needs when updating their financial plan or creating a plan…
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Fire never takes a summer vacation
With the kids home for a few months of carefree living, remember that fire doesn’t take a summer vacation. The country’s largest fire safety company, Kidde Canada, provides these five tips to keep your entire…
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