I’m a polite candian because if I forget to say my please and thank you’s I WILL have to face the wraith of my Mother and Father
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The Tao of Hockey by Melanie Ting | #BookReview
As a Canadian who loves hockey romances, picking up The Tao of Hockey by Melanie Ting felt like muscle memory. Hockey, romance, and Vancouver as a setting. Yes please! From the first chapters, this book made it clear that it was about second chances, discipline, and figuring out who you are when everything you planned falls apart.
This contemporary hockey romance opens with Eric Fairburn, a…
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I’m half Canadian half American and my logic is that I’m actually half Canadian but ¾ American because the way I’m counting it is that one of my parents parent is a Canadian citizen and therefore I’m half Canadian but three of my grandparents are (non-naturalized) American citizens so therefore I’m ¾ American and obviously I can’t be 5/4 so I decided that my geography knowledge is good enough to make me 25% less American than I otherwise would be.
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Canada CPI set to show cooling inflation, still slightly above BoC target
- Canadian inflation is expected to rise by 2.1% YoY in February.
- The core CPI is still seen well above the BoC’s 2% target.
- The Canadian Dollar remains on the defensive vs. the US Dollar.
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Featured books and stories for March 2026!
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1. The Price for Sweets
A story portraying a father’s deep forgiveness and a son’s important early lesson that stealing does not pay.
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https://www.kobo.com/ca/en/audiobook/the-price-for-sweets?sId=f4f50ba1-dd10-44d8-bc75-2197855a9dd9
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2. Captivating Moments of History and Celebrating a New Life
In early March, the roaring lion symbolizes a longer winter. In March 1979, it equally symbolized some difficult life challenges, but by month’s end, it was the gentle lamb that returned stability, and a promise of better times ahead. In the last days and weeks of a cold Canadian winter, a frosty month of March, Ricky, the lad from Otter Lake, finds inspiration and escape from the winter blues in an amazing teacher, Mrs. Maheral and her ability to edify moments of history. Concurrently, when a young lady, a classmate, finds herself in trouble, Ricky makes plans to help after sharing her secret with his most-loved Granny. Granny’s wisdom motivates Ricky to follow his heart, and help his new friend through her struggles. Ultimately, if all goes according to plan, the name Richard will live on in history!
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3. It Was Worth the Price
Every childhood moment comes with lessons, and for five-year-old Ricky, they’re delivered through playful adventures and family wisdom; which extends to warm and thoughtful neighbours. In this touching tale, set in Otter Lake, Ricky eagerly helps his father; learns how to do sums with Myrtle, and discovers through his wise Granny that sometimes words can hurt more than actions. With gentle life lessons on the value of kindness and the cost of harshness, this story brings a flood of nostalgia for simpler times, capturing the joys and challenges of childhood curiosity and the wisdom of those who guide us.
Part of “The Sequels” on Amazon.ca
Part of “The Sequels” on Kobo.com
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4. Cancer Hurts - When the Father’s Teachings, Touch the Son
Cancer’s touch leaves deep scars, but the memories it leaves behind can offer solace amidst the pain. Since birth, Cyril affectionately dubbed his premature son “Little Ricky,” unknowingly imparting valuable lessons that would shape Ricky’s life. After Cyril’s sudden passing, Ricky, now a young man, ventures into the bustling city of Ottawa. Despite always being prepared for anything, Ricky quickly realizes that there are challenges ahead. Fortunately, with the steadfast support of his friend and mentor Laura, Ricky draws upon his father’s teachings to overcome obstacles and emerge victorious. Thus, the boy from Otter Lake transforms into a resilient man, carrying with him the enduring legacy of his father’s wisdom.
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Featured books and stories for March 2026!
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1. The Price for Sweets
A story portraying a father’s deep forgiveness and a son’s important early lesson that stealing does not pay.
Find on Amazon.ca
Find on Kobo.com
https://www.kobo.com/ca/en/audiobook/the-price-for-sweets?sId=f4f50ba1-dd10-44d8-bc75-2197855a9dd9
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2. Captivating Moments of History and Celebrating a New Life
In early March, the roaring lion symbolizes a longer winter. In March 1979, it equally symbolized some difficult life challenges, but by month’s end, it was the gentle lamb that returned stability, and a promise of better times ahead. In the last days and weeks of a cold Canadian winter, a frosty month of March, Ricky, the lad from Otter Lake, finds inspiration and escape from the winter blues in an amazing teacher, Mrs. Maheral and her ability to edify moments of history. Concurrently, when a young lady, a classmate, finds herself in trouble, Ricky makes plans to help after sharing her secret with his most-loved Granny. Granny’s wisdom motivates Ricky to follow his heart, and help his new friend through her struggles. Ultimately, if all goes according to plan, the name Richard will live on in history!
Find on Amazon.ca
Find on Kobo.com
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3. It Was Worth the Price
Every childhood moment comes with lessons, and for five-year-old Ricky, they’re delivered through playful adventures and family wisdom; which extends to warm and thoughtful neighbours. In this touching tale, set in Otter Lake, Ricky eagerly helps his father; learns how to do sums with Myrtle, and discovers through his wise Granny that sometimes words can hurt more than actions. With gentle life lessons on the value of kindness and the cost of harshness, this story brings a flood of nostalgia for simpler times, capturing the joys and challenges of childhood curiosity and the wisdom of those who guide us.
Part of “The Sequels” on Amazon.ca
Part of “The Sequels” on Kobo.com
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4. Cancer Hurts - When the Father’s Teachings, Touch the Son
Cancer’s touch leaves deep scars, but the memories it leaves behind can offer solace amidst the pain. Since birth, Cyril affectionately dubbed his premature son “Little Ricky,” unknowingly imparting valuable lessons that would shape Ricky’s life. After Cyril’s sudden passing, Ricky, now a young man, ventures into the bustling city of Ottawa. Despite always being prepared for anything, Ricky quickly realizes that there are challenges ahead. Fortunately, with the steadfast support of his friend and mentor Laura, Ricky draws upon his father’s teachings to overcome obstacles and emerge victorious. Thus, the boy from Otter Lake transforms into a resilient man, carrying with him the enduring legacy of his father’s wisdom.
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Mark Grantham (Canadian, b, 1966, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada) - Between, 2019, Paintings: Acrylic on Canvas, Private Collection
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i could never share a room with someone because tell me why i’m sleeping with my fan on - on max - and my window open, when it’s -3 out and currently snowing
