The World Health Organization states that at least 80 percent of all heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes, and up to 40 percent of cancer could be prevented if people ate better, engaged in more physical activity and quit using tobacco. This means that we have...
The month of June is dedicated to celebrating all the hard work and contributions seniors have done to help build and improve communities across Ontario. Seniors have been a vital part f communities for many years. Throughout history seniors have acted as mentors for...
With National Volunteer week coming up soon, it’s the perfect time to think about the benefits of acts of kindness and giving back to the community. What exactly is an act of kindness? It can include any action, big or small, that is made in order to improve someone...
Over 100 people enjoyed an evening of rocking good music in support of Northern Hearts on Friday, April 5th at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #5. The fun-filled night of socialization and dancing featured Mike and Misfits who entertained the crowd with a mix of...
Did you know that February is heart month? Although February is most commonly known for Valentine’s day, it is also an important month for spreading awareness of heart health and what you can do to prevent heart disease. Heart disease is one of the leading causes of...
Did you know that New Year’s resolutions have been around for more than 4,000 years? They were first started by ancient Babylonians which used them as a way to celebrate the start of a new year, when fresh crops were planted in mid-March. Now New Year’s...
