As the days grow colder and the sun shines less, it can really take a toll on our mental health! Seasonal depression is a real thing. During the fall and winter, you may start to feel something referred to as “seasonal blues”. Which can mean a lack of energy, feeling low and uninspired, or even depressed. We aren’t mental health professionals by any means, so please always consult a doctor and/or mental health professional if you are feeling depressed. That being said, if you’ve been feeling a little blue lately, there are some things you can try to bring some much-needed light back into your days during the colder months.
Help combat seasonal blues with these 10 tips:
Light Therapy
Light therapy is said to do wonders for your mood, especially in the colder months! Essentially, it’s a light designed to mimic sunlight, kind of tricking your brain into thinking you’re getting more natural sunlight. You simply turn on a light therapy lamp, usually in the morning, and bask in it for around 30 minutes. There are a ton of different light options ranging in price. This one from Amazon has a lot of great reviews.
Get Outside
As simple as it sounds, getting outside for some fresh air or, better yet, a walk can really help boost your mood. No matter how gross it feels outside, challenge yourself to get some fresh air on the daily. Especially if you work from home!
Get A Good Night’s Sleep
It’s easier said than done, but having a healthy sleep pattern is life-changing when it comes to your overall mood. Who has the energy to feel excited about the day when you’re tired and groggy? Get in the habit of going to bed at a decent time for your lifestyle, and even if you don’t fall asleep, your body will hopefully get used to winding down at that time. Then set an alarm, as oversleeping isn’t great either (uhg, we know).
Keep Your Home Clean & Tidy
If you aren’t a fan of the colder months, going outside won’t be so enjoyable for the next while. So, keeping your home a happy and safe space that you can thrive in is essential. That could mean anything from simply doing your best to stay on top of chores or even redecorating.
Therapy
As we mentioned before, talking with a mental health professional is so important if you’re going through any level of depression. We know therapy can be a luxury, but check out the different resources in your area or online, so you know all of your options. Anyone and everyone can benefit from therapy!
Stay Social
Whatever you do, try not to hermit yourself. Never underestimate the power of hanging out with friends or family. Simply talking, even about nothing, can be so beneficial for both you and your loved ones. Go out for dinner, talk on the phone, go on a walk, whatever you need to do to remain social this time of year, do it.
Go To The Gym / Sign Up For A Workout Class
We know you’re probably tired of hearing it, but staying active is crucial for mental health wellness. Get out to your local gym, sign up for a workout class, or even follow a YouTube exercise video – ensuring you’re staying active on a regular occasion. Exercise releases endorphins (AKA makes you feel good). Even though finding the motivation to workout can be tough, it’s very worth it.
Get Inspired
Inspiration can be hard to come by when feeling blue. So, searching for things that inspire you to help give you that extra boost of motivation can be so helpful! Follow accounts on social media that bring you joy or make you feel inspired, read a book or an article (hi there), or even watch your favourite uplifting movie. The options are endless.
Meditate
Meditating still seems to be overlooked, but people swear by it! It can’t hurt to try a few guided meditations to see how it makes you feel. You can even look up meditations focusing on particular goals. For example guided meditations for inspiration, anxiety, depression, and more.
Pamper Yourself
Last but not least, tell your body it deserves to feel good with some self-care pampering! Have a bath with a candle lit, indulge in a face and/or hair mask, and get a massage. Whatever it is that you do to pamper yourself, make an effort to do it on a regular basis.
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Popular Australian fashion brand, Princess Polly, is finally available for Canadians to shop in-person, at Boathouse!
The Canadian retail store, Boathouse, is known for its large variety of brands including (but not limited to), Adidas, Billabong, Carharrt, Tentree, and now, Princess Polly.
As of August 1, 2023, Princess Polly will break into the Canadian retail market, available at select Boathouse stores and online at Boathousestores.com, making the brand even more accessible to Princess Polly fans in Canada.
“As trend leaders in the Canadian fashion space, Boathouse was our ideal partner when expanding into the region. We’re excited to provide our Canadian customers the opportunity to shop Princess Polly in-store at selected Boathouse locations and further cement our brand presence in the Canadian market.” – Wez Bryett, Princess Polly Co-CEO
The brand carries a wide variety of trendy fashion, in all Categories, that Canadians will now be able to experience for themselves, in-person. Avoiding the shipping fees and duties that can occur with shopping online outside of Canada.
The Princess Polly Fall ‘23 Boathouse collection will include pieces such as parachute pants, cargos, a variety of tops and sweaters, and its signature denim.
Shop Princess Polly online at boathouse.ca or check out the collection in select Boathouse locations in Canada!
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Starbucks has officially announced its new summer menu, and it’s already available for you to sip and enjoy!
Although Summer is still over a month away, you can get an early taste of the season this year with Starbucks’ new summer menu, which includes 2 new beverages, a new whole bean blend, and of course, new drinkware!
Starbucks’ new Chocolate Java Mint Frappuccino Blended Beverage includes Starbucks Frappuccino roast coffee, sweet chocolate, refreshing mint flavours, and Frappuccino chips – finished with mocha sauce, whipped cream, and a chocolate cookie sprinkle topping.
The new White Chocolate Macadamia Cream Cold Brew combines the classic taste of Starbucks Cold Brew with a new summery twist. It’s sweetened with macadamia syrup, topped with a white chocolate macadamia cream cold foam, and finished with toasted cookie crumbles. YUM.
The new bean blend in question is Green Apron Blend. It’s a light Starbucks Blonde roast coffee with hints of Honeybell orange and graham crackers. The blend was co-created with over 24,000 Starbucks partners – so it must be good.
Starbucks drinkware collectors will be pleased to know that it has also released its new line of vibrant summer-inspired drinkware including cold cups in trending colours, metallics, and prints – as well as the popular colour-changing cups that everyone seems to love.
Head over to your local Starbucks to get an early taste of summer this year!
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With online shopping becoming one of everyone’s favourite pastimes these days, there’s a definite increase in online stores popping up all over the internet. We have such a variety to choose where we spend our hard-earned coin but why not shop Canadian? A fellow Canadian supporting another Canadian, it really is a beautiful thing and with that being said, there’s an incredible volume of Canadian shops all over Etsy. From home decor and customized apparel to beautiful crafts, pretty much everything on your wishlist can be found at these online shops.
Here are Canadian Etsy shops to have on your radar!
Silveregy
Check out Silveregy for all of your personalized necklace needs. All of the pieces are made from 925k sterling silver and you can choose whether you want the finish to be silver, gold, or rose gold, plus you can opt for 14k Gold as well. Browse through all of the font options and chain length, type in the name or word you want, and hit add to basket, easy as that to score you’re new fave accessory.
The Baltic Club
Baltic Club is a Montreal-based stationery and home decor company, founded in 2014. Inspired by the outdoors and nature, this store offers a ton of amazing paper products from calendars, notebooks, prints, greeting cards, and more. Plus, there’s even a candle kit to make your very own soy-based candles, with all of the tools included.
You Rock My Socks Co.
If socks are your jam, you’ll want to know all about You Rock My Socks Co., which has been on Etsy since 2018 and calls Nanaimo, British Columbia home. This fun sock company is just what everyone needs to add to their sock collection. Plus, if you can’t find a sock blurb that you like, fill out a custom request, and have it totally personalized. The brand says it best, sit back, relax, and let your socks do the talking.
True North Apiary
True North Apiary offers all-natural beeswax bars. From Alberta, Canada, you can order four 1oz bars of 100% Canadian beeswax that’s totally chemical-free and safe for all uses. These beeswax bars are from fresh and clean wax cappings collected during the honey harvest.
Cherry Tree Gallery
Next up is Cherry Tree Gallery, which was founded in Winnipeg, Manitoba back in 2014. The shop sells beautifully handmade and custom wood products from a giant Connect 4 game to beautiful rustic shelving units, the inventory here is exactly what you need to add a stunning finishing touch to your home. Check out the shop and get creative with your living space!
Pixie Nail Co.
Pixie Nail Co. is based in Vancouver and makes stunning handmade gel press-on nails. You’ll find eye-catching designs for nail art lovers to simple neutral colours if you’re looking for a more low-key vibe. Regardless of your style, you are sure to find a design that works for you. Plus, if you can’t find a design you absolutely love, you can request a custom order. These press-on nails will give you that full manicure feeling in just a few minutes all from the comfort of home!
FatCatGreetings
FatCatGreetings is an Etsy shop that began in 2018 in Montreal and its specialty is creating hilarious greeting cards for every occasion. If you need a little something extra with the gift you are giving to someone special, these cards are the cherry on top, plus customization is free upon request. An amazing initiative FatCatGreetings has is that 20% of profits made are donated to Montreal cat rescues to help stray cats find a forever home.
Talbot + Suede
Talbot + Suede offers custom products, so you can get exactly what you’re looking for. From adorable ornaments to clothing, to home decor, and prints, this Etsy shop does it all.
Night Moves Atelier
Next on the list is Night Moves Atelier which hails from Ottawa, Ontario, and has been with Etsy since 2019. The brand’s owner, Amanda, handmakes each piece in her studio from polymer clay. Each statement accessory is one of a kind, with different abstract designs and colours. When you shop here, you’ll get your very own unique jewelry piece that will definitely have heads turning in awe.
Lil Luxuries SoapWorks
Lil Luxuries Soapworks is bath bomb heaven! Buy these soapy treasures in bulk for seriously amazing prices. All of the products are handmade, and made with natural ingredients, without any harmful chemicals. They’re even available in fun shapes and colours.
One Wild Home
One Wild Home is based in Vancouver and has been live on Etsy since 2019. The shop offers funny and quirky sayings on pillows, as well as customizable ones too. Add a little character and personal flair to your living room, bedroom, or even office chair.
Melou Candles
If you’re interested in candles that might just be too pretty to even burn, you have to check out Melou Candles on Etsy! The shop is local to Toronto and has the coolest-shaped candles that you can even pick your ideal scent and colour for. Some of our fave candles on the shop are its Cute Cat Candle, Flower Lady Candle, and Big Pyramid Bubble Candle.
Shawn Patt Designs
Shawn Patt Designs creates beautiful and dainty jewellery, and has been on Etsy since 2014. The store sells unique earrings and eye-catching necklaces, that are made from brass, sterling silver, or gold plating.
Woods And Mosses
Woods and Mosses is based in Montreal, Quebec, and sells natural artisan soap bars, gift soap sets, and self-care boxes! All of its soap bars are eco-friendly wrapped, creating 0 waste! All of the soaps are super adorable and get rave reviews!
SSillustrates
SSillustrates, which is based out of London, Ontario, opened its Etsy shop in 2018. Illustrating custom portraits of special moments, interesting designs, and most importantly your furry friends. SSillustrates makes your vision come to life and allows you to showcase it in your home. A great gift for someone special or for yourself, this shop adds a special personal touch to wall art.
Natalie Czerwinski
Natalie Czerwinski is a Toronto artist specializing in residential, storefront, and couple portraits done in watercolour and ink. You can shop her prints where you’ll find recognizable spots from various cities including Toronto – like this Kensington Market print, or you can even request a custom print.
Gemvitality
Gemvitality, based in Vancouver, British Columbia, sells all things crystals from mini crystal mushrooms to crystal towers, and so much more. If you’re looking for a one-stop shop to get some beautiful crystals, look no further!
Miss Fleurs
You truly can order anything online, even flowers! Miss Fleurs is a Toronto Etsy shop that provides the most beautiful dried bouquets for special occasions and “just because”. Everything listed is absolutely stunning and for really great prices, too!
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Tim Hortons announced that 2 fan-fav donuts are making a comeback, but only for a limited time!
Starting May 31, the beloved Walnut Crunch and Cherry Stick donuts will be available for the first time in over 10 years, just in time for National Donut Day on June 2.
“Both the Walnut Crunch and Cherry Stick were iconic donuts in their time and I’m happy to report they still pack the same punch in every bite,” says Tallis Voakes, Director of Culinary Innovation at Tim Hortons.
If you want to get a taste of these iconic donuts, the Walnut Crunch will be available in Tims restaurants across Canada and at participating Quebec locations – and the Cherry Stick will be available in Tim Hortons restaurants across Quebec, and at participating locations in the rest of Canada.
Mark your calendars for May 31, if you want to grab these donuts for the first time in 10 years! Who knows if/when we’ll ever get to again!
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Starbucks Canada is giving us a taste of spring with its new Spring Menu launch!
As of today, Starbucks’ Spring Menu, which includes 2 brand new beverages, including a limited-time Canadian exclusive, is available for you to sip and enjoy!
The new Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte is a Canadian exclusive that will be available for a limited time, and a new permanent addition to the menu is the Cinnamon Caramel Cream Cold Brew. Yum!
The new Cold Brew that’s here to stay, the Cinnamon Caramel Cream Cold Brew, is sweetened with vanilla syrup and topped with a cinnamon caramel foam and a dusting of cinnamon dolce topping. As with all of Starbucks Cold Brews, it is handcrafted in small batches daily, slow-steeped in cool water for 20 hours, and never touches heat.
The Canadian-exclusive Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte is a matcha green tea paired with the familiar flavour of strawberry, for a taste of spring in every sip. The strawberry-flavoured syrup is combined with matcha and the oat beverage, followed by adding real strawberry pieces, making it look just as good as it tastes.
That’s not all, though! In addition to the 2023 Spring Menu’s fresh new beverages, Starbucks is also rolling out exciting merchandise, products, and Star Rewards offers:
- A new spring-inspired drinkware collection
- The fan-fave dark roast Anniversary Blend is back
- Fresh, new designs for its coffee bags (for the first time in 10 years!). Inspired by the people, moments, and experiences with each blend.
- Starbucks Reward members can celebrate the arrival of Spring with the return of Double Star Days from March 14 – March 16.
The new Starbucks Spring food and beverage menu is now available at Starbucks stores nationwide. It’s time to sip into spring!
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You may want to set your coffee mug down for this one… Health Canada has issued an alert and has recalled over 20,000 Indigo brand mugs and other products due to mould contamination.
The mugs may have been kept in humid conditions and as a result, may be contaminated with mould.
Health Canada states that ingesting mould could pose a risk of gastrointestinal symptoms and infections in consumers with compromised immune systems.
A list of the Recalled products can be viewed here, including select Indigo branded ceramic mugs, mug ornaments, and various houseware products.
If you have an affected product, Health Canada advises you to immediately stop using it and return it to Indigo for a full refund.
As of January 20, 2023, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada.
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We have some sad news for fellow Canadians with a sweet tooth. Little Debbie snacks are no longer available in Canada. Multiple reports have indicated this.
It’s time to say goodbye to Little Debbie’s Honey Buns, Swiss Rolls, Mini Brownies, and every other delicious sweet snack from the brand.
What will kids have as a sweet treat in their lunch boxes now?
This decision was not one made by the Little Debbie brand. Their sole distributor in Canada chose to terminate their business relationship. CTV reports.
Unfortunately, it looks like this situation isn’t going to change anytime soon. So, if you want to indulge in a Little Debbie’s snack, you’re going to have to find it elsewhere.
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Canadian shoppers get excited for some real nostalgia (again). Zellers is set to enter Canada next year.
Hudson’s Bay is playing a major role in reviving the brand once again, which is due to the fact that HBC still owns the rights to the name of the Zellers chain.
According to HBC, Zellers will be back sometime next year stating, “Arriving early 2023, the distinctly Canadian retailer Zellers will debut a new e-commerce site and leverage the nationwide network of prime brick-and-mortar Hudson’s Bay locations as it expands its footprint in major cities across the country.”
So not only will you be able to shop the beloved discount store in person, but it’ll also be available online for the first time ever!
For those who may not remember, Zellers launched a pop-up store last year in the Burlington Center Hudson’s Bay. The classic Zellers logo hung high and the area was decked out in the red and white colour combo.
HBC says that some of the categories that you can expect are home decor, furniture, small appliances, and toys, with apparel coming shortly after, all at great prices.
Although there isn’t any word on whether the iconic Zellers restaurant will return (which we’re really hoping it does), we’re still super excited to see the revival of this chain again in Canada. It’s really giving us all the feels!
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Another international brand is making moves into the Canadian market. The Spanish apparel chain, Mango, is planning on opening a ton of stores across the country and a Canadian eCommerce site too.
According to Retail Insider, there will be around 20 new stores with some opening this fall.
A total of six stores are headed for Toronto and will all be open for shopping by 2023.
Mango is known for its minimalistic, yet trendy items that are averagely priced. If you’ve never heard of or seen the brand before, you can pretty much compare it to a Zara.
We recently reported that a Mango location will be at the Yorkdale Shopping Centre and is taking up a spot that once belonged to a Victoria’s Secret.
Currently, since Canada doesn’t have any Mango stores, we’ve only ever been able to shop the brand in person at select Hudson’s Bay locations.
Retail Insider has also stated that Mango has wanted to enter Canada for quite some time now and has finally partnered with Fox Group to make it happen.
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