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Spring is the season of new beginnings. Flowers bloom, grass turns green and songbirds return to our gardens. Mother Nature is in her glory and Calgarians embrace every moment. Spring is also the time of year that we open our windows, dust off the cobwebs and scrub down our homes. Unfortunately, some of the cleaning products we use can harm the environment and the people we love. To help you keep your home green and clean we’ve gathered a few of our favourite eco-friendly tips and tricks.

Are you looking for healthy meals that won’t break the bank? Fresh produce, naturally raised meats, organic dairy and local products are the ideal, but often come at a higher price point. To help you stock your kitchen with healthier choices, we’ve put together a few ideas that will make shopping a little easier and less expensive.

This warm March weather has us bursting with joy. Daylight savings and Easter are just around the corner and we’re hoping that spring flowers will soon follow. Now is the time to freshen up your décor and welcome the season of new beginnings. Get inspired with some of 2016’s hottest trends for spring.

Read our monthly events blog to find out the great events our city of Calgary and surrounding area has to offer. This month we look forward to Big Taste Calgary, St. Patrick's Day Road Race and The Great Legendary Easter Hunt.

Your home should be comfortable, functional and warm your soul. Each room serves a different purpose and should be designed and decorated accordingly. Bedrooms, for instance, evoke a sense of calm, while your kitchen and great room are a vibrant hub to gather and connect with family and friends. Many of us also have at least one room that serves a dual purpose and the right furniture and décor can make that space sing. Here are a few ideas to help design your ideal multi-use space.

Cupid is busy sharpening his arrows in anticipation of the year’s most romantic holiday. But between the expense of buying gifts and the pressure of meeting heightened expectations Valentine's Day can often fall a little flat. We feel it’s best to look past the commercial aspect of February 14th and focus on the spirit that the day was founded on – friendship and love. To get you in the mood we’ve selected a few of our favourite DIY gifts that are sure to touch the hearts of loved ones.