FROM THE EDITORS
Regular readers know how we feel about the month of September. You’ve heard us say it before—it’s a bittersweet time that puts both sadness in the heart (summer’s ending!) and pep in the step (crisper air! school’s back! fall fashions!). That notion of fresh starts we’ve put on our cover reflects the way we’re looking forward to discarding some bad habits over the next few weeks, trying some new things and getting back in the game—especially post-pandemic. Here’s what we’re thinking about right now:
1. Embracing More Canadians. Shopping locally has always been a priority, but never has there been so much opportunity to really appreciate the creativity and quality of homegrown talent. Case in point: Our “Take It Slow” fashion feature on page 28 focuses on nine Canadian companies that are using ethical and sustainable practices to make their mark. In addition, our Book Club section on page 44 highlights all the new Canadian stories you can handle, from Indigenous experience to Viking voyage.
2. Saving Money the Easy Way. Yes, it’s possible! And even pretty painless. Just check out our Money Talks feature (page 42) for simple strategies that can net you more than $3,000 by the end of a single year. Surprised? Take the challenge yourself.
3. Listening Our Bodies’ Signals. With regard to to food, that is. Intuitive eating just makes sense, for so many reasons. Our Nutrition article on page 50 details this approach to ditching the diet manifesto and instead forming a baseline of good eating habits.
4. Revamping Home Office. The reality is that the your work life is probably very different than it used to be. Our “Working It!” story (page 60) offers ways to spruce up your office space to make it work for you.
5. Planning Prepping Advance. Our very talented test kitchen has taken the mental effort out of getting food on your table with a week’s worth of recipes that are assembled the Sunday before (“All in a Day’s Work,” page 88). It’s a culinary lifesaver for a busy family.
We hope these smart solutions make as great a difference in your life as they have in ours. Here’s to a happy—and productive—september!