Home & Garden

There’s no place like home—especially when it’s in tip-top shape. We’ve rounded up the best cleaning and organizing tricks, affordable decor ideas, DIY hacks, and more. Warning: Once you’ve got everything just the way you want it, you may never want to leave!

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6 Simple Things You Can Do Right Now to Save the Bees

Want to do your part to help save the bees? Here are six strategies to combat colony collapse disorder.


How to Organize Your Nightstand—And Why You Should

Nightstand doubling as a dumping ground? Organizing it is easier than you think, and it might even help you sleep...



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Never Do This to Your Lawn

Want lush green landscaping all summer long? Avoid these common lawn care mistakes.


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This Brilliant Hack Will Make Your Cheese Last Longer

...And more thrifty ways to put a pantry staple to work all around the house.


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Don’t Toss That Wine Cork in the Trash Just Yet!

You may be unable to turn water into wine, but you *can* turn those old corks into something useful.


Brilliant Uses For Dryer Lint in Your Back Yard and Garden

When dryer lint piles up, it can become a fire hazard. But before you toss it in the trash, consider...


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The New Scams Canadians Are Falling For—And How to Avoid Them

Follow this expert advice to beef up your defenses against fraud and identity theft.

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How to Unclog a Toilet Without a Plunger

Five tricks worth trying if you're ever faced with this nightmare scenario.


It’s Official—This is the Best Temperature To Set Your Thermostat in Summer

Experts say it strikes the perfect balance between comfort and energy conservation.


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Clever Coffee Can Hacks That’ll Save You Time, Money and Effort

Emptied all of the coffee out of the coffee can? Don't throw it out just yet! Here are 15 genius...


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12 Things You Should Never Pour Down the Drain

Plumbers say these bad waste disposal habits are what keeps them busy.


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Handy Nail Polish Remover Hacks (That Have Nothing to Do With Your Nails)

If you’ve only been using nail polish remover on your manicure, you’re tapping just a fraction of its potential.


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Sneaky Ways Burglars Can Break into Your House

In many cases, all it takes to keep a burglar out is a locked door. But some burglars are a...


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20 Gardening Shortcuts That Save Time, Money and Effort

Maintaining a beautiful garden is a lot of hard work, but you can labour more efficiently—and put less strain on...


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10 Things People With Organized Garages Have in Common

We all know a neighbour or friend with a super-organized garage. Turns out people with tidy garages know these storage...


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Why You Should Never Place Your Laptop on Your Lap

...And more secrets that will extend the life of your computer.

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20 Tricks to Keep Your House Cool Without Air Conditioning

When the weather heats up, turning on the AC also means emptying your wallet. To avoid the high cost of...


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13 Laundry Mistakes Everyone Makes (And How to Fix Them)

Keep your clothes cleaner, your home greener and your hydro bill a bit more manageable with these expert laundry tips.


The Best Way to Cut the Lawn, According to Pro Landscapers

Follow this three-step plan for a yard that’s the envy of your neighbours—and a total breeze to maintain.


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7 Ways You’re Shortening the Life of Your Coffee Maker

These maintenance mistakes can take a toll on your hard-working home appliance.


If You’re Not Adding Pool Noodles to Your Planter Pots, This Will Convince You to Start

This simple hack will change your approach to container gardening.


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Never Do This to Your Laptop

A laptop is a big investment, so you want to keep it in good shape for as long as possible....

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The Best Mosquito Repellent Plants

...And more DIY strategies to keep mosquitoes away this summer.


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7 Eco-Friendly Lawn Care Tips to Try This Year

This is the year to go au naturel—with your lawn care! It'll take a little work and patience, but you...


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Gorgeous Garden Photography From Across Canada

From lush landscaping to winged visitors, the colours in this gallery of Canadian garden photography are truly a feast for...


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How to Get Rid of Ants for Good

Kick pesky ants out of your house and back to their colony with these easy, expert-approved tricks.


This is the Only Way You Should Be Harvesting Rhubarb

If you're cutting stalks with a knife, you're doing it wrong—here's why.


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20 Ways You’re Shortening the Life of Your Dishwasher

Unless you actually enjoy washing dishes by hand, you'll want to avoid these common dishwasher maintenance mistakes.