Harrowsmith

At Harrowsmith, we’ve always been keenly aware of the power of community. This bringing together of like-minded individuals toward a common goal, whether it be as small as a family farm or as big as a province-wide initiative geared toward making our

It’s times like these that we really notice the world around us—the family we’ve created, the friendships we’ve nurtured. Without the busyness of work as usual, we return to the people and things that really count: our relationships, our health, our

Gardening is a deeply personal experience, and one that is made for sharing. It is true that a gardener develops a relationship with their garden. Knowing where the sun does or does not shine, what the different soil types around the yard are, and an

Now is the time to dream of the gorgeous and productive 2021 garden that can be. Which raises the question, “How do I ensure success in creating the garden of my dreams?” Start with what Mother Nature gave you. Whether you live in a condo with a balc

The biggest difference between professional growers and home gardeners is planning and design. Comparing professional market growers and home gardeners is important, for I truly believe that every grower should take their garden seriously like a pro.

Most farmers, by nature, are a solitary lot. Perhaps it is not just nature, but necessity, that primes that character of the farmer to become fiercely independent. The farming life can be a lonely life as we grapple with the vagaries of weather, land

One of the best-kept secrets of the outdoors is the sky at night. Even most cottagers don’t venture out after dark. There is almost nothing to see outside when you first step out from a lit room, as the illumination suddenly drops by 100,000 times! A

Reiner Hoyer is an award-winning Toronto contractor with 30-plus years of experience, and his favourite project is the one he built for himself and his wife, Melanie. Hoyer’s house brings together enough leading-edge construction technology that the

The need to clear snow is one of the challenges that unites most of us Canadians, and the equipment options are as varied as our different living situations. Whether you have a 1,000-metre country lane to clear or just an urban sidewalk and driveway

As the novel coronavirus spread across the globe, the idea of casually getting together with friends and family for a meal, or popping out to the market or a café, has changed. But we’ve faced this challenge with creativity and compassion…and yeast.

With so many of us housebound during the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing, the question of homes and housing affordability is relevant now more than ever. One organization looking to bring affordable homeownership to those who might otherwise

Compound butters are a super-easy way to be super-impressive. Simply add any herb, spice or other ingredient you like the flavour of to softened butter, then blend and chill. You can use compound butters anywhere you’d use regular butter, such as on

There is something magical about a loaf of sourdough bread. Warm, chewy and nourishing, it is the ultimate comfort food that reminds us, at some primordial level, of log cabins, coureurs de bois, and our grandmothers’ kitchens. And 2020 was definitel

There are brave heroes across the world who serve and protect our country in many forms and levels. However, when our military community and their families need support and protection, who is there to lift them up? Based in Fort Saskatchewan, Alber

Everything old is new again, and that’s certainly the case for 4-H, which may well be having one of its strongest seasons yet. The non-profit youth development organization came to Canada in 1913 and now spans 70 countries worldwide and 10 provinces

Rug hooking has been my favourite craft for as long as I can remember. I’ve always tried to take in exhibitions and openings that feature textile artists, and I’ve long had the habit of strolling through the fabric store, touching all the soft and ex

What if you could live a cheaper, cleaner, more enjoyable and more sustainable life? Small community enterprises are making this possible by making a big impact in their cities, promoting community spirit and encouraging community involvement, using

It almost seems impossible, doesn’t it? A utopia where everyone knows one another, respects one another and supports one another? All while living as responsibly and as sustainably as possible? And yet, in intentional communities across the country a

We’ve all seen Anna Olson, Canada’s baking sweetheart, create beautiful and yummy dishes on television and have savoured every moment of it. And who wouldn’t, with her positive and common-sense approach in the kitchen. Having her in our own kitchens