With staycations being a popular choice this year, these 10 parks will give families a chance to explore new spaces and connect with nature

Adventures don’t have to be big to count as memorable for kids so try out some of these simple ideas below

From a shipping container and treehouse to a Flinstone-style hut and a fire lookout, here are four neat places to rest your head

Journalism graduate Pamela Pagano has created a web series that shares feel-good stories from inspirational people

The park has a massive play structure, wading pool, baseball field, dog park, community garden and more

Playground blogger Christine Latreille shares her family's favourite places to cool off in the hot weather

Riders must wear a full-face helmet, long pants, long-sleeved shirts, closed shoes, and gloves

From babies to older kids, discover some fun ways to beat the heat on sweltering days

New features will include a playground for young kids and a splash pad as well as a running track, exercise equipment, an ice rink, and basketball courts

Singers, dancers, musicians and acrobats unite to produce multicultural shows geared to families

With a long sandy beach and thatched umbrellas, this spot is great for a fun family day out during your staycation

This oasis in the heart of the city offers swimming, cycling, walking trails, watercraft rentals, and an outdoor refreshment area

This fall, families can take part in a run with distances that range from one to 21 kilometres, so kids of all ages can participate

On the first Sunday of each month, families are invited to explore cultural institutions around the city

Families can take in views from the water by renting watercrafts such as kayaks, canoes and swan pedal boats

There has been a rapid increase in the number of people infected with Lyme disease in the past decade from these pesky critters

The all-inclusive playground at Heights Park in Beaconsfield has become a community gathering space for children and residents of all ages and abilities.

I spent years exploring parks with my kids. I took notes, photos and videos, and created a website I hoped would help other families

To get kids interested in sowing seeds, I've come up with a few quirky ideas, which involve egg shells, ice cream cones, stuffed animals and more

Here's a primer for any parent whose child wants to take up this sport - one that offers many physical and social benefits

Make sure to buy a helmet specifically designed for a given activity and ensure it fits properly to help reduce risk of injury