September 2, 2026

Creating Connection Through Art

As Executive Director of the St. Thomas–Elgin Public Art Centre, I see every day how art contributes to the health and vitality of our community. There is growing recognition that access to art and creative experiences can support...
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August 11, 2026

Prescription: More Colouring

I am one of those people who believes hobbies will help you feel better. No wonder I work at Yurek; we have seven different blog posts on that topic! Sometimes, I go back to activities I enjoyed as...
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July 31, 2026

Where Cool Meets Curious

Often, we look for a new, fun summer activity. Something that also involves air conditioning is icing on the cake. Lately, my family and I have been trying to visit more museums. (Our son loves them!) Not only...
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July 28, 2026

The Attic Called. It’s Full.

Many baby boomers, like my parents, are discovering that the belongings they spent decades collecting are no longer in demand. As they downsize, younger generations often prefer smaller homes, simpler lifestyles, and experiences over inherited furniture, china, collectibles,...
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July 24, 2026

Summer Reading: Not Just for Kids

If you have grandchildren, they may be doing summer reading. Did you know that even as adults, there are many benefits to doing our own “summer reading?” According to Psychology Today, reading is good for our attention span....
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June 22, 2026

Can Watching Movies Benefit Mental Health?

Most of us think of movies as entertainment, but stories can do much more than help us pass the time. They can support emotional well-being, foster connection, and even help us better understand ourselves and others. Research suggests...
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May 19, 2026

Young, Wired… and Going Analog

You may have heard that Gen Z is going analog. Many young people are embracing physical media such as vinyl and digital cameras, and analog hobbies such as arts and crafts and knitting (sometimes called “grandma hobbies”). Some...
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May 11, 2026

The Best Medicine Might Be Each Other

As a community pharmacist, I often see people searching for a quick fix for stress, anxiety, loneliness, and burnout. While medication absolutely has its place, the following is something that many of my longtime colleagues and I know:...
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