Summer Living

It has nothing to do with drinking icky warm water...

No, your air conditioner is not going to give you a cold.

This colourful gallery features winged wonders from across the country, both in the wild and in conservatories. It'll send you...

Instead of coming back to the cottage, Matthew Hague vowed to go anywhere else in the world. Here’s what changed.

A certified landlubber discovers the beauty of the B.C. coast aboard a heritage tugboat.

Need to defend your turf from crabgrass? Follow these tips and learn how to kill crabgrass and be one step...

Crotch Lake, in North Frontenac Park Lands, Ontario, offers the ideal, remote paddle-in camping getaway.

Sick of water, but still want the best hydration? Here's what you should be drinking.

So, exactly how much water should you drink to stay hydrated? We've all heard the magic number of "eight...

Sizzle and speed make these easy grilling recipes everyone's smoky favorites.

Heat stroke is sneaky and silent—and it can be fatal. Learning how to spot the signs of heat stroke (and...

Jerk refers to a dry seasoning blend that originated in the Caribbean and that includes spices like allspice, ginger and...

"For a fruity alternative to the usual barbecue sauce for ribs, try this slightly spicy recipe at your next picnic....

"This tasty main dish is as quick and easy to assemble as tacos. Marinating the meat overnight makes it very...

"Fire up the grill for this tasty salad. The meat will be done in a snap, leaving you more time...

"My husband and I love to grill, so hamburgers are often on the menu. This recipe uses ground turkey instead...

"I first marinate each rack of ribs, then add a zesty rub before grilling them. They always turn out moist...

"Need a simple sidekick to serve with steaks or chops? Try these grilled potatoes, which are bursting with fresh flavour....

"My family was not a huge fan of pork until I tried this pork chops and green beans recipe. Feel...

"Marinated in flavours of garlic and lime, this tangy margarita chicken is ready to go whenever the coals are hot!...

For a great-tasting salad, try this recipe on the grill! It's equally good with any dressing of your choice.

We challenged you to capture subjects making waves in Canada's lakes, rivers and pools, and you delivered! Check out this...

It's certainly not the first thing you'd think to do in the middle of a heat wave...

These home remedies for poison ivy can help relieve itching and reduce the chance that the rash might spread to...

Don't sweat it: Our money experts divulge their favourite strategies to save on summer utility bills.

Grilled watermelon? Who knew! Spice up your next barbecue by tossing something unexpected—unexpectedly delicious, that is—on the grill.

For years, we've fumed over the fact that hot dogs are sold in packs of 10, while buns are sold...

Don't leave a welcome mat for mosquitoes to swarm your home!

"I like to cool down with this absolutely fantastic frozen margarita recipe. It's slightly icy, thick and perfect for when...