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Raccoon first baby mammal to arrive at wildlife centre

Raccoon first baby mammal to arrive at wildlife centre

Our spring continues to be very slow to warm up and this has meant a late start for many wildlife species. Last week, the first baby mammal arrived at MARS, and the tiny “masked bandit” was an unmistakable raccoon.

Round out your personal RESP education

A Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) is a great way to save for a child’s post-secondary education. But how you or the student beneficiary accesses those funds, what the money can be used for, and/or transferring an existing RESP to another beneficiary can be complicated.

Lamp offers clues to a collision

A tungsten lamp filament can tell a crash investigator a great deal post-collision if you look carefully.

Manage the emotion first, then deal with the issue

Learn a little about managing angry moments, and it may help you and your family find peace.

Balancing work and eldercare isn't easy

Balancing eldercare and work situations vary tremendously and no single action plan works for everyone. Developing your own customized strategy can lighten your load and reduce stress. It’s also important to think about caregiving as an important role in your life.

Diversified investment portfolio can help buffer market turbulence

Market experts agree, and decades of investment experience has proven, that a diversified investment portfolio through effective asset allocation is the best way for investors to achieve the long term goals of their overall financial plan — and equities (including equity mutual funds) play a key role in achieving the highest returns for a given level of risk.
American robin one of first songbirds to return to Comox Valley in the spring

American robin one of first songbirds to return to Comox Valley in the spring

One of the first songbirds to arrive back in our local area from their winter migration is the American robin.

Start investing early

It’s always profitable to start investing early and developing good financial habits. That way, you’ll have more options for how you want to live your life from here to retirement … and beyond.

Family Caregiver Week raises awareness about 'unsung heroes'

One of the biggest social phenomenon to hit our nation moves front and centre during Family Caregiver Week in British Columbia from May 7 to 13. This is an opportunity to increase public awareness around the vital role caregivers play in an aging loved one’s life.

What is the safest way to reintroduce father and son after a period of absence?

A boy's father has reappeared on the scene wanting to reconnect, and his mother is wondering about the safest way to reintroduce them after two years of absence without her son getting hurt.
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