On Monday, April 8th there will be a total solar eclipse that will cross the eastern side of Canada from southern Ontario, and Quebec towards the Maritimes, following the path of totality over two of our great lakes and the St. Lawrence River. Millions of people throughout North American will be witnessing this rare celestial event, which won’t happen again over parts of Canada until 2044. Depending on where you live, the Great North American Eclipse will take approximately 2

The day is finally here—the one that you been thinking of and planning for years.  From organizing your finances and investments, to mapping out when and what day you will announce your next chapter of living. People around the world, are living longer, healthier lives.  In Canada alone, our group of 7.337M older adults is projected to grow to 9.407M by 2030, and 10.745M by 2040. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared 2021-2030 the UN Decade of Healthy Ageing ,

What is Poor Leg Circulation? Causes of Poor Circulation Symptoms of Poor Circulation Treatments for Poor Leg Circulation The circulatory system delivers blood, oxygen, and nutrients to all cells in the body. When blood flow in your body is reduced, you may start to experience the symptoms of poor circulation in your legs and feet. These symptoms can include numbness and muscle cramping, and one of the most common areas for poor circulation is the legs. If you believe you are

Ah, sunshine finally! One of the most important things you can do is to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather.  But while you are taking a deep breath of fresh air and getting some much-needed Vitamin D, you’ll also need to practice proper hydration and sun protection, even in the Canadian winter & spring. Here is what you should keep in mind. While most people are itching to get outside and away from snow and COVID confinement, it’s important to remember that the sun’

This year on Valentine’s Day, we’re dedicating this post to  improving heart health . The best way to stay healthy is having a smart lifestyle — especially as we get older! Here are a few fun activities you can engage on Hearts Day to make sure you’re keeping your lifestyle healthy, today and every day. Fun Activities to Maintain a Healthy Heart 1. Get Moving Aerobic physical activity or cardio is a  great option for seniors  looking to boost heart health. And the best part?

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