Canada's fashion industry has worked hard to earn its style-maker credentials, and our break-out brands including Joe Fresh, Roots, and Pink Tartan are celebrated as fashion leaders. So why is the industry so challenging for many other talented designers toiling in relative obscurity? While this industry is a vitally important part of our economy and culture, the hard truth is that many Canadian designers get stuck at the small business stage and don't survive past their first year.

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The teething process is not the same for every baby. For one baby, cutting a tooth can happen overnight without pain or discomfort. While another child might have to endure a long, drawn out and painful experience. Unfortunately, a fussy teething baby leads to sleep deprivation and irritability for both baby and parents.

All parents can agree that it can be tough to watch your little one suffer through this painful process, but there are things you can do to help. And a happy baby,...

When it comes to your wellness, the best results come from being open with your health care professional. The same idea is true for the bodies that regulate Ontario's health professions – and that is why transparency is stated as such a priority.

In health care, transparency means ensuring that you have access to relevant information about practitioners, as well as a clear understanding of regulatory processes and decision-making. The goal is to help you make informed choices about...

It is encouraging to know that as many as half of all cancers in Ontario can be prevented by eliminating known risk factors.

Smoking, alcohol consumption, poor diet, and lack of physical activity are some of the more commonly known risk factors that can lead to cancer. There are also a number of lesser known risk factors that people should be aware of to reduce the chances, such as:

• Men and women who eat more red meat are at a higher risk of developing colorectal...

Green is not just a buzzword anymore, especially when it comes to schools. Greening the operations and maintenance of schools can make a big impact on student health and performance, school operational costs and the environment.

According to the U.S. Center for Green Schools, greener schools make for better learning and teaching. Improved temperature control and classrooms with access to natural daylight means kids are more awake and productive. Studies also show that when students...