‘Tis the season to gather around the TV and cheer for your favourite teams! Grab these five essentials and enjoy the game.

1. Throws and cushions. Keep your guests warm and comfy with extra blankets and cushions on hand.

2. Tasty snacks. Serve finger foods and stock up on a variety of crowd-pleasing snacks, like Ruffles^® potato chips and Tostitos^® tortilla chips. And don’t forget the dip and salsa!

3. Drinks. Why not heat things up and serve hot chocolate or hot apple cider while you watch?

4. Themed décor. Set the mood with some light décor touches here and there in your team’s colours.

5. Noisemakers. Get into the competitive spirit by distributing noise makers so you can cheer even louder!

This winter, enjoy some family time by bundling up and heading outside!

Build a family of snowmen.
Make it an ongoing project to create a snowman representing each member of your family. Decorate them with spare hats and scarves!

Go sledding!
Get your snowsuits on and head to the nearest park or hill.

Make a snow fort and have a snowball fight.
This is a great activity for parties and family gatherings. Just make sure to lay down some ground rules for safety.

Take the kids skating.
Several parks have free outdoor skating rinks during the winter months. Take advantage of them!

Play soccer / catch / football in the snow.
Some games can be played even when the ground is covered in white. Once you get moving, you won’t stay cold for very long!

Make snow angels.
Join the kids in the fun—just remember to dress in your warmest clothes!

It’s not always easy finding the perfect present. But these tips should help! Happy shopping!

Pay attention. If your child is showing interest in something new, try to find a gift around that theme.

Encourage creativity. Instead of choosing a traditional toy, give them something that will require them to use their imagination.

Choose an activity. Whether it’s an outing or a game, pick something that will encourage you to spend time together.

Let them pick.Giving older kids a gift card and letting them choose something is a fun option, too!

Safety first. No matter what gift you choose, ensure it’s safe and appropriate for the child’s age and maturity level.

These simple ideas can help you feel happier on a daily basis. Give them a try!

Put a smile on your face!
Smiling more can help put you in the right mindset to have a positive attitude and feel happier.

Spend quality time with your pet.
It’s been proven that having a pet can help improve your mental health. So make sure to get in some cuddle time with your dog or cat!

Listen to happy tunes.
Whether they evoke happy memories or simply makes you feel good, boost your mood by listening to songs that put a smile on your face.

Summer is a lot of fun, but fall brings cooler weather and beautiful scenery that are perfect for so many outdoor activities.