Toronto Mom Now was excited to talk to Laura Berg, founder of My Smart Hands (MSH), an innovative and hugely successful company that teaches baby sign language classes. TELL US ABOUT YOUR COMPANY. HOW OLD IS IT? My Smart Hands was founded in 2007 and is now at the forefront of signing with hearing babies and children. I’ve been on the Dragons’ Den, top 10 Chatelaine Entrepreneur of the Year, front page of the Toronto Star and was the finalist in the TBOT Business of the Year award! I have one of the top
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On June 26th, 2012, Toronto Mom Now atteneded The 1st Annual Mount Pleasant Village BIA Restaurantacular to help shine a light on local restaurants and we discovered some other exciting events along the way. The best part of Restaurantacular was that every business involved prepared a special menu of $2, $4 and $6 items to encourage people to try new cuisine at restaurant after restaurant and create a social food setting for everyone to enjoy. After wandering up and down Mount Pleasant to check out the venues involved I have to say that Culinarium and
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It’s almost that time of year again. The day we pay homage to all our mothers do for us and the day we hope someone pays homage to all we do for them – hint, hint. Here are five great places that offer a fun, family Mother’s Day in the city. Old Mill Inn and Spa If it’s a relaxing time in an old-fashioned setting that you’re looking for than the Old Mill Inn and Spa is the place for you. They offer a Mother’s Day brunch buffet that ranges from $22 to $45, with
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e discovered this hidden sanctuary in our first few exploratory months here in Toronto, and it has become a ritual and refuge on a Saturday morning when time allows. It really is one of the coolest environments for daily eco-minded and local "earthy" activities.
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With the rise in cost of just about everything these days, it’s no wonder that more and more families are opting for a staycation. Instead of flying away to an exotic island or an all-inclusive resort, families are enjoying their vacation time at home or close to home. While some families may not consider this, not only is this option more affordable, but it also decreases our carbon foot-print. Currently, there is an increase in families who are staycationing at the cottage. This is something my family and I have done for the past six
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April is Earth Month in Canada and throughout the month Earth Day Canada has partnered with countless businesses and organizations to take part in earth friendly activities and campaigns. It is a time to reflect on our own lifestyle choices and how they impact the planet and educate ourselves and our families about preserving the environment. We challenge you to be your family’s ambassador for the earth and let us know how you’re teaching your children to go green. Toronto Mom has made an earth day weekend commitment to lessen our environmental impact by walking
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Playful Grounds is a kid-friendly cafe in Toronto's. Great food, fantastic toys and the chance to chat with friends makes for one nice day
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Earth Hour 2012 takes place this Saturday and Toronto isn’t missing out. Stop by the Ontario Science Centre to celebrate Earth Hour, take in some storytelling at the Bata Shoe Museum, or browse the list for some other exciting outings. There are always lots to see and do with your kids in Toronto! Earth Hour at the Ontario Science Centre Celebrate Earth Hour at the Science Centre with an evening of free outdoor events. Observe the planets through telescopes, meet creatures that call the night home, enjoy some rhythmic drumming and storytelling. A fire performance
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Looking for what to do in Toronto with kids? Never fear. Everything is coming up green this week from Shrek The Musical to St. Patrick’s Day brunch. But if green isn’t your colour, we still have lots to see and do. From the maple syrup festival to Second City to the Bata Shoe Museum, your kids won’t know what to see or do first! There’s always a lot to do in Toronto with kids. Shrek The Musical Everyone’s favourite ogre is hitting the stage in this funny new musical. Based on the Oscar-winning movie Shrek, this
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March Break is upon us and Toronto is offering up a lot of fun. There are carnivals, princesses galore and even St. Patrick’s Day a bit early. And if you’re gearing up for the outdoors, take a peak at the Sportsmen’s Show! There’s a lot to see and do in Toronto with your kids this week!
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