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We fell in love at Scarborough Town Centre. Nine years later, we found our dream home down the street
Asif and I met at Scarborough Town Centre in 2013. I was in my last year at U of T, working at a clothing store as a cashier; he was studying auto-body repair...

Married people reveal their most excruciating dating mistakes
From unintended flatulence to setting hair on fire, mistakes are bound to happen, with many occurring in high-stress situations like dates. During this crucial time, we try so hard to make a great impression that it sometimes backfires.

5 ways to set boundaries in a Muslim household
Growing up in an Indo-Caribbean family, I never heard the phrase “setting boundaries” or even knew what that meant. My parents immigrated to Canada from Trinidad in 1988 and I was born a few years later, their firstborn daughter in a new land far away...

10 tell-tale signs of periodontal disease
Periodontitis is a severe infection and inflammation of the gums which usually progresses over an extended period of time. It may start off with mild signs and develop into a more severe issue when left untreated. Your dentist will definitely look out for and diagnose signs of periodontal disease...

Ditch your morning coffee for a healthier alternative, green tea
After water, tea is considered the most consumed drink in the world and it’s no surprise why. While the Chinese have been drinking green tea for hundreds of years, even using it for medicinal purposes, some of us have just recently begun to learn of its advantages.

How to tell if your condo is being cleaned properly
If you have been living in a condo or apartment during COVID-19, you may be questioning whether your building’s cleaning company has been doing a good job. It is more important than ever for professional cleaners to use professional-grade products that clean...