Kids & Company Blog: Family

Four Kids in a Pandemic

Posted on: Wednesday October 14th, 2020

Posted by: Melissa Sawatzky

It’s been a real ride. Parents, we are creeping towards a full year of existing during a global pandemic. How are you? Really — how are you? I wanted to share a piece of our story and highlight one of the unexpected outcomes of COVID-19 for our family. The shock of it all has worn… [read more]

Beat the January Blues!

Posted on: Wednesday January 22nd, 2020

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Have you heard of Blue Monday? If you haven’t, Blue Monday was this past Monday, January 20. According to some experts and some sort of mathematical equation, that date is the most depressing date of the calendar year. While we can’t say this claim is entirely correct — as we don’t have the capacity to… [read more]

How to snack in 2020!

Posted on: Wednesday January 15th, 2020

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Snacks are a hugely important factor in healthy eating for you and your family. You can eat a perfectly healthy smoothie for breakfast, a delicious whole-grain sandwich for lunch and a perfectly balanced dinner of protein, carbohydrates and fat. But then it seemingly falls apart when the snack drawer is opened after dinner — chips,… [read more]

It’s Resolution Time! Happy 2020

Posted on: Wednesday January 8th, 2020

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Let me start by wishing you all a Happy New Year! I hope you all had a wonderful time ringing in the new year with your friends and family — I sure did! The start of a brand new year (and decade!) is associated with new beginnings. With new beginnings comes the tendency to reflect… [read more]

Try Dates for Date Night!

Posted on: Wednesday September 18th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Dates are sweet. Dates go great with dinner. Dates are new and exciting. Dates are fun. The fun thing is … we aren’t talking about a romantic evening between two but are discussing a small fruit that grows on trees! Dates are a popular item among the food industry – especially in the sweets department…. [read more]

It’s National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day!

Posted on: Wednesday September 11th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Time to break the news to your little ones — this Friday, September 13, is National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day. For those choosing to observe this national day, all children must report to their kitchens (adult supervision is required)! For all of our moms, dads and caregivers out there who work tirelessly each… [read more]

The Benefits of Eating Together as a Family

Posted on: Wednesday August 21st, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

With any family whether big or small, there’s no doubt that it’s a challenge to enjoy a family meal together. Work commitments, sporting events and school schedules are typically what keep most families from enjoying this valuable family time together. However, research shows that children who have meals with their families are more likely to… [read more]

Ripe for the Picking!

Posted on: Wednesday July 24th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

In the summer months, you don’t have to travel very far to buy local berries because they grow in every Canadian province and U.S state! My family and I always count down the days to when we can get our hands on these juicy, delicious treats.  Hand-picking berries or other fruits is a wonderful (and… [read more]

Decrease your Waste in the Kitchen!

Posted on: Wednesday July 17th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

It’s without a doubt that the kitchen is the biggest waste producer in most households. Between food waste and packaging, there is a ton of garbage that comes from the kitchen. It’s estimated that more than half of the food produced in Canada is lost or wasted, which is almost $2,000 of food wasted per… [read more]

Canada, Eh?

Posted on: Wednesday June 26th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

It’s almost that time! Canada turns another year older…152 years never looked so good. Our wonderful country is made up of many cultures, histories and…climates, I mean only Canada would have 25 cm of snow on the first week of summer! (We hope Alberta is holding in there.) This weekend is dedicated time to celebrate… [read more]