(NC) This Thanksgiving season and beyond, leave an impression with a fresh take on the classic chicken dinner. An option for both small get-togethers and larger dinner parties, this recipe comes together in about an hour, and features flavourful seared chicken breasts, a simple sauce and a sweet-and-savoury filling—with a secret ingredient:

Mediterranean Chicken Roulades with Prune Stuffing

Prep time: 40 minutes

Cook time: 20 minutes

Makes: 4 servings

Ingredients:

Filling:

1 cup (250 ml) California Prunes, chopped
1/2 cup (125 g) brick-style cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup (75 ml)...

(NC) As temperatures drop and we spend more time indoors, it’s a good time to give your home a fire safety check. Fall and winter bring added risks like candles, cooking and twinkling holiday lights. But with a few simple precautions, you can help protect your home and the people in it.

Fire safety starts with prevention

• Keep a close eye when you’re cooking. Most house fires start in the kitchen, so don’t leave the stove unattended, and keep anything flammable, like tea towels or packaging, away from heat.
  Clean out the dryer lint trap every time you use it.
• If you use a fireplace or a...

(NC) A safe and secure home plays a major role in helping people feel prepared for the future, especially as they approach retirement. With housing costs rising and extreme weather events becoming more common, homeowners are relying more on the protection they have available.

A study by the Financial Resilience Institute found a clear link between adequate insurance protection and improved levels of financial resilience. In other words, protecting where you live can also help protect your long-term financial well-being. That’s why it’s worth taking time to make sure your home—and your...

(NC) As we move further into the digital age, the concept of a “smart home” is becoming increasingly accessible. In 2025, Canadian homeowners are leveraging advanced technologies to create more efficient, secure and comfortable living spaces.

Here’s how you can transform your home into a smarter, more efficient haven.

Stay updated with AI-powered computing
Technology evolves rapidly, so staying updated is key to maintaining an efficient smart home. Thinking of upgrading your computer in 2025? Consider an AI-powered laptop, such as those from Intel, which have artificial intelligence...

(NC) When it comes to lawn care, most people focus all their efforts during the spring and summer. However, if you want to keep your lawn looking healthy and beautiful, caring for your lawn as winter approaches is equally important. Try these fall lawn tips to keep your lawn in tip-top shape when spring rolls around.

Feed your lawn
Fall is the best time to give your lawn a good feeding. As the weather begins to cool, your lawn will slow its top growth while the roots will continue to actively grow. A fall fertilizer application should be applied at the right time, when the plants are still...

(NC) Affordable housing isn't just a problem for those trying to get into the housing market. It's a challenge for homeowners too.

A new survey from TD Bank Group revealed some of the challenges homeowners will face when renewing a mortgage this year. Nearly half of those renewing in the next year expect higher monthly payments, with 73 per cent of them saying they’ll need to cut back on spending to keep up.

“From what I’ve seen, most of those preparing to renew their mortgage this year are leaning towards a fixed instead of a variable rate mortgage, but it's important to remember that...

(NC) Fraudsters often pose as bank employees in order to seem legitimate to potential victims, according to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. 

Many of these scams are designed to get you to respond to questions or requests that a bank would never ask, such as:

1. A request for personal information

When you call your bank to ask a question or to perform a service, the bank employee on the other end of the phone may ask you some personal details to confirm your identity before providing you with services. 

But they’ll never call you and ask for information like your debit PIN or online banking...

(NC) Forty years ago, Canada experienced 19 natural disasters per decade, on average. That number has now increased to 133. From extreme heat to wildfires and flooding, incidences of extreme weather are on the rise. While we can’t change the weather, there are things that can be done to prepare for major events and lessen their impact on our homes.

“With more people impacted by extreme weather, preparation matters,” says Carla Smith, Chief Climate Officer at Intact. “Small measures taken today can save time, money, and stress down the road. There are simple maintenance steps you can take...

5 tips to spruce up your home this summer

(NC) Summer is a perfect time to enjoy the warm weather with family and friends, and it's also an ideal season for home improvements. Whether you’re looking to increase your home's value, make eco-friendly upgrades or simply enhance your living experience, here are a few handy renovation tips to consider.

1. Seal the gaps. Summer heat can drive up energy costs, so focus on making your home more energy efficient to keep it cool and reduce air conditioning costs. Have a maintenance professional inspect all walls for any cracks that need to be sealed...