An Unforgettable Week in the Maritimes
On behalf of her sisters and mom, one grateful daughter thanks her dad for this amazing adventure.
Why Passing Down Family Recipes is the Greatest Gift
Although my mother's been gone for almost 25 years, I think of her every time I bake this apple cake.
Preparing Field Meals For Our Farm Family is a Cherished Tradition
Farming has changed a lot over four generations, but to me, it’s important that the tradition of feeding those who...
Keep on Truckin’
Learning to drive in “Old Nellie” with Dad hanging on for dear life by her side, this former farm gal...
Family-Friendly Jokes From the Pages of Reader’s Digest Canada
These clean jokes have two things in common: They were all submitted by our readers, and they're also guaranteed to...
Life Lessons My Mom Taught Me
In honour of Mother’s Day, we asked readers to share what they've learned from one of life’s most influential teachers.
Why You Should Have Listened to Mom’s Advice, According to Science
It turns out mom knew best after all! Here are eight pieces of motherly advice that have plenty of research...
10 Easy April Fool’s Pranks You Can Play on Your Family
We could all use a good laugh these days, and luckily, April Fool’s Day is just around the corner.
A Truckload of Memories: The Story of Our 1950 Dodge Truck
Bought new more than 70 years ago, this 1950 Dodge is still trucking for the family that purchased it—with a...
My Dad Was Diagnosed With MS at 43—And It Changed Our Family Forever
For my mother, caregiving was filled with challenges—and triumphs.
My Late Mother’s Fur Coat is Horrifying—But I Can’t Bring Myself to Throw It Out
As I opened a garbage bag and got ready to stuff it inside, I noticed something...
The Best Indoor Amusement Parks Across Canada
Who says roller coasters are just for summer? These great Canadian amusement parks deliver thrills for the whole family, year-round.
75 Funny Family Jokes That Are Guaranteed to Make You Laugh
A grab bag of 75 jokes about the people we know and love best—for better or worse.
These Monogamous Animals Stay Together For Life
We can all learn a lesson in relationships from these loving animal couples.
This Family Raised a Baby Canada Goose for a Year—20 Years Later, It Returned Home
When two adult Canada geese left their gosling behind, a human family stepped in to raise him. Many years later,...
How to Set—and Maintain—Healthy Boundaries in a Relationship
Everyone can benefit from setting boundaries. Here are some tips on how to draw the line—and stay inside it.
The Ultimate Guide to End of Life Planning
Preparing for the end now can save your loved ones plenty of heartache—and money—later on. These practical tips will help...
I Never Knew How to Communicate With My Dad—Until I Wrote Him an Email
It’s hard to talk to dads sometimes. The roles we often expect our fathers to play—protector, provider—can make them seem...
Canada Has Been Good to Our Family
Reflections on a life lived to its fullest.
Around the Old Oak Table
Over the years, this workhorse piece of furniture has served our family well as a place to eat, catch up...
Reflections on Red Deer River
For this Alberta woman, a slow-moving stretch of the Red Deer River holds precious family memories.
Never Post These Photos on Social Media
Are your seemingly innocent Facebook and Instagram shares compromising your safety?
The Greatest Great-Great-Grandfather of All
From shipwrecks to family tragedies, William Bunton's journey through the 19th century is recalled by his descendent.
My Life in Dog Years
For most of Dean Whitford's five decades, his "pack" has included a dog—but he's never chosen any of them. Don't...
The Best Things to Do on Christmas Day
Inspired ways to make the most of the holiday.
How Staying Up All Night Became My Family’s Favourite Christmas Tradition
Spanish for “good night,” Noche Buena is the Filipino Christmas Eve feast that begins at midnight and lasts far into...
Starting Christmas From Scratch
When Christmas celebrations with our extended families got to be too much, my wife and I took drastic measures.
How to Keep the Peace at Family Dinner This Holiday
Don’t see eye to eye with family members on a hot-button issue? Relationship and wellness expert Deepak Kashyap shares tips...
How Silly Stocking Stuffers Became My Family’s Favourite Holiday Tradition
'Tis the season to pull the perfect prank! A heartwarming story of how a much-missed father's legacy of laughter is...
What My 1930 Cadillac Club Sedan Means to Me
More than just an ambitious restoration, this 1930 Cadillac V8 club sedan carries precious memories for a young classic car...
A Wagonload of Fun!
Dad's 1960 Ford station wagon and camper paved the way to many great memories.
