Put some magic in your backyard
We have a few ideas to help you add some magic and happiness into your outdoor space, a place where most of us will be spending much of our time this summer. ...
25 May, 2020
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We have a few ideas to help you add some magic and happiness into your outdoor space, a place where most of us will be spending much of our time this summer. ...
Our current situation has not only changed our lifestyle, but it has also had a great impact on our investments, whether we are a business or an individual....
With the arrival of warmer days, all of us will soon be hearing the call of backyard makeovers. Normal since our backyards will be our favorite place to hang out....
Apart from its curbside appeal, how well do you know your house? Specifically, do you know which aspects or characteristics of your house could cause harm to the condition of your home?...
It’s Spring-cleaning season and, let's face it, with the situation we find ourselves in now, many of us will never again have this much time to tackle all these tasks. We usually procrastinate and postpone them because we are always too busy....
One of the first traps you fall into when confined is the succumb to the temptation of throwing all schedules out the window. To have no set routine, be it for meals or even sleep....
We’ve all dreamed, one day or another, of staying quietly at home to accomplish our professional tasks. We said to ourselves, for example, that Mondays would be much less painful if we could go directly from bed to work....
There are many reasons why one day our house could suffer a water damage problem. First of all, Mother Nature with intense and frequent heavy rains or spring floods can sometimes be a big contributing factor. Other times the causes can be aging...
If like most Quebecers you can’t wait for spring to arrive, you are probably less so about our beautiful pothole riddled roads. It’s inevitable, every spring it seems that our roads “grow” potholes. ...
Did you know that, among all Quebec tenants, only a quarter of them purchase a occupant-tenant home policy?...
The last snowstorm in Newfoundland was a popular subject of discussion. We are talking about 76 centimeters! During this period, traveling by car became impossible for Newfoundlanders and pedestrians were advised to not leave their homes....
The Lac St-Jean tragedy on Tuesday, January 21, reminds us all that snowmobiling, though enjoyable, still presents certain real dangers....
Last month, we painted a rather grim picture of the consumption habits of Canadian households, which showed, among other things, that 63% of the food we throw is still edible. ...
It's a well-known fact that a fire roaring in a fireplace is very comforting. However if we look beyond the esthetic and ambient benefits, we risk being surprised to discover that our little fire on Friday night is not as harmless as we think....
For most of us, driving in winter is terribly stressful because road conditions constantly menace the safety of our journey....
Last year’s record snowfall amounts forced many building owners to hire contractors to clear their roofs....
As we already know, North Americans consume too much and have bad habits. But are we really aware of the impacts of our bad behavior?...
We are sometimes ready to do anything to save money. Especially if we had to scrape the bottom of the barrel to be able to afford our latest trip to warmer climates. That's why purchasing travel insurance is often the last on our list...
Most of us are convinced that, in cold weather, we have to let our engine warm up at least 10 or 15 minutes before driving. We believe that it can be harmful for the engine to hit the road when it is not warm...
To determine your creditworthiness, a lender needs to know your credit score and does so by checking your credit report with the Equifax and Trans-Union agencies....
If you don’t know yet, new air passenger protection regulations were adopted on July 15. Additional new standards will start to be applied as of December 15 (2019)....
We all know that the holiday season is the perfect time for games with friends or family. Here are some suggestions to help make your evenings memorable. ...
As soon as winter arrives, many of us experience physical and physiological changes. First, we tend to eat a lot more and are also more attracted to foods that are not necessarily the same foods that attract us during the summer....
Find how to make your money go further with 8 interesting ideas to put into practice...
If you haven’t changed your car in several years, you might be a little surprised when you change your old model for a new one. Let's be honest, cars are not what they used to be....
If you are looking for something original to do in October, we invite you to discover the “Balade Gourmande”, an activity that will allow you to meet the local producers of the Arthabaska region as well as Maple producers and taste their quality products....
After three years on the road, we decided to take a moment and reflect on our journey. When we left in 2016, we had a lot of ambition. "The world belongs to us! ", we said. We were leaving for the South with the idea...
It’s almost already October and you may have just realized that winter is coming and, with it, the arrival of road abrasives that will be hard on your vehicle? The recommended solution: a rustproofing treatment....
We have recently been hearing quite a bit about fraud. Everything we hear doesn’t help us sleep better at night. What is it that is happening and what de we need to know to avoid falling into the many traps created by our connected world?...
There are very few people who have never heard of the city of St-Tite, either for its famous festival or for famous cowboy boot manufacturer, G.A. Boulet, founded in 1933....
Have you ever had a home insurance claim? If so, did you feel a bit lost or do you think everything went smoothly?...
Most of us have lost patience while behind the wheel but what are the worst behaviours we’ve seen? Those that make us lose our temper each and every time?...
We often have the impression that anyone can ride an ATV and that there are very few rules surrounding this activity. In fact, it is not as simple as we think....
If you are passionate about classic, antique or custom cars, you probably know the world leader in insurance, Hagerty. Established in Canada since 2009, Hagerty has added some new coverages that will certainly appeal to collector car enthusiasts. ...
You’ve made the decision to renovate your home either on your own or with a contractor. Do not forget to inform your insurer before the start of the work so that together you can determine the extent of these and provide you with the...
Like many Quebecers, you are probably a motorcycle enthusiast who loves driving for miles feeding your need for freedom and adventure. ...
Soon, we will be thousands hitting the roads across Quebec, Canada and the United States. All of us taking advantage of the few days off that life (our employer) gives us....
All new RV owners soon realize that the caulking and sealants of their new acquisition have a certain lifespan and that this lifespan depends on the conditions to which the RV is exposed....
Moving is often a pain, even when we know we are moving for better and are excited about the new place. To tell the truth, leaving X address for Y address, is never as simple as we think. ...
What is it that makes us decide one day to buy an RV and hit the road or settle permanently on a campground?...
If you are « the last minute » type of person and you feel some guilt, comfort yourself! It seems that you are not the only ones....
You have all heard of sewer backups and some of you, unfortunately, have probably experienced the problem. But what exactly is it?...
Are you new to the world of camping and caravanning? Read on for our humorous take on some of the realities you’ll encounter in your new hobby. All of which are easily surmountable when you have the right attitude....
Did you know that 75% of stolen vehicles are destined for export abroad? According to Freddy Marcantonio, Vice President of Business Development and Distribution at Tag (Tracking System), a new phenomenon is emerging: vehicles are stolen in Montreal, driven to Toronto and returned to...
Did you know that 75% of stolen vehicles are destined for export abroad? According to Freddy Marcantonio, Vice President of Business Development and Distribution at Tag (Tracking System), a new phenomenon is emerging: vehicles are stolen in Montreal, driven to Toronto and returned to...
Good news for casual or frequent travellers, your travel insurance may entitle you to a tax credit....
Our nomadic ambassadors, the Doyle-Désy family, visited two unusual places during their various trips. Here we share some of their experiences....
If you have ever traveled on the roads of Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Charlevoix, Chaudière-Appalaches, Côte-Nord or Outaouais, you probably noticed signs indicating brake check areas....
With spring, comes a long list of chores that need to be done before we can enjoy the warmer weather and its promise of nice summer days. The maintenance of the house and yard are the first places to start....
Some years Mother Nature gives us such a hard time that we end up with awnings ripped off of our RV or personal effects that land on a neighbor’s site because they are carried by strong winds....