Start Canada Day – and Every Day – with a Good Deed On July 1st, 1867, the nation was officially born when the Constitution Act joined three provinces into one country: Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and the Canada province, which then split into Ontario and Quebec. Although Canada existed prior to 1867, Canada Day is […]
Each month I write about the importance of showing common courtesy towards others in our everyday lives. For the most part, I do believe we all strive to “do our best.” However, there are times when mitigating circumstances arise that are beyond our control, and we just cannot manage to do all the right things […]
Although we often take our bodies for granted, they are not indestructible nor do they last forever. Those of us who consider ourselves “able-bodied” will find that this condition is only temporary and, at some point, whether through normal wear and tear or through injury or illness, we too will face the frustration of not […]
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Comments Off on Etiquette Around People Who Have DisabilitiesLiving in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia where one in ten people own a dog, we are fortunate to share our community with many of our four legged. For the most part, dog owners are considerate of others when they are out with their dogs, but on occasion we are reminded that not everyone […]
Preparing Your Child for a Positive Summer Camp Experience Sleepover summer camps provide a wonderful opportunity for children to learn new skills, develop friendships, and gain a sense of independence and autonomy. It also gives them a chance to practise their etiquette skills. Before sending your child to summer camp, review these skills to help […]
Posted in Family Etiquette Tags: child behaviour, children, confidence, courtesy, dining, eating, manners, meals, respect, sharing, social skills, summer camp, table etiquette Comments Off on Camp EtiquetteAs I was out walking in my neighbourhood and enjoying a warm summer evening, I got to thinking about what makes a neighbourhood a great place to live. Of course, safety is important, so areas where the crime rate is high are not the nicest places to live. Clean and well-maintained streets also make a […]
Posted in Social Etiquette Tags: associations, community, courtesy, neighbourhood, neighbours Comments Off on Community Etiquette Means Being a Good Neighbour
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