Lifestyle

What would it be like if your main reading material was one monthly newspaper? Read Steve’s account of a tiny…

The power tool scene is improving so fast, you might not realize the advances. Click to read three things that…

The first part of the 1980s left me feeling desperate. That’s what happened when, after four years of methodical searching, I…

According to Steve Maxwell wood heating makes sense on several levels; cost savings, cleanliness of combustion and the aesthetics of…

It’s a frustrating feeling. You walk into your kitchen ready to cook, only to be met with crowded benchtops, overstuffed…

Our world has become entirely dependent on centrally supplied electricity, and this has brought a lot of good to humanity…

Sooner or later, in more ways than one, staying sane in this life involves mastering mental strategies. If you’re a…

My oldest son, Robert, heats his small place with a unique stove made especially to burn anthracite coal. The stove…

There’s something special about getting your water from a hand pump. Somehow water tastes a little bit better when it…

Some people manage their vehicles like tubes of caulking – use them up and throw them away. Not me. I…

For many seniors and individuals living with disabilities, maintaining a clean home can be both physically demanding and emotionally overwhelming…

Leonard Lee, famous Canadian and founder of Lee Valley Tools, died on July 7, 2016 and when that happened it…

On July 4, 1987, I laid the first stone in what would be the basement of my homestead house on…

The centrepiece of many a great man cave, poker is an easy and accessible path to having a great evening…

Moving to a new place is an experience imbued with profound complexity, stretching far beyond the logistical challenge of transporting…

There’s something undeniably satisfying about stepping into a sauna after a long day. Whether it’s to soothe sore muscles, unwind…

Choosing personal protective equipment (PPE) isn’t just about ticking boxes. It’s about keeping people safe. Whether you’re managing a construction…

In this week’s video episode . . . see a cost comparison between an old tractor and a purchased-new snowblower,…

Although it’s not thought of very often – and perhaps spoken of even less – a life surrounded by beauty…

Selling a home can be a turning point in someone’s life. For some, it’s an exciting leap toward something new…

Have you ever heard of a “Swedish log”? It’s one of the most interesting and simple ways to cook outdoors…