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Articles with the Tag “Family”

  • Family shaking hands

    ROYAL: TEA — Go-To Grandma

    Bestselling author Jennifer Robson on her new novel, Coronation Year, and why she decided to use the 1953 Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II as her backdrop; cookbook author and home economist Mairlyn Smith on getting out the best china for a perfect Grandparent/Grandkid tea party, and our Take 5 With RBC information on Financial Elder…


  • Kids running with family

    SCREEN: CHAT — Go-To Grandma

    Tech Guru Mohit Rajhans on chatbots and a ChatGPT primer, author Katherine Johnson Martinko on her new book “Childhood Unplugged: Practical Advice to Get Kids Off Screens and Find Balance,” and our Take 5 With RBC interview, looks at the myths surrounding the estate executor.


  • Active african funny dad little son and crazy daughter heavy metal or rock and roll lovers dancing in cozy living room relish life fooling around listening cool music scream with joy enjoy party hard

    ALL ACCESS: Go-To Grandma

    Host Kathy Buckworth talks about her Cunard cruise to Norway, including interviews with key personnel on why this ocean liner brand stands out; JourneyWoman contributor Tanzila Khan on accessible travel and the challenges she faces; RBC on Estate Planning for young families as part of our Take 5 With RBC interview series.


  • A family

    UNLOCKED: Go-To Grandma

    Dr Paula Rochon of the Women’s Age Lab and a discussion about gendered ageism. Grandma Phyllis Taylor, “The Prison Lady” on her book and experiences with mentoring Canadian prisoners. Take 5 With RBC takes a trip to the Family Farm.


  • Woman on hammock

    DISCOVER: Go-To Grandma

    Children’s book publisher DC Canada Education Publishing talk about their Grandma & Grandpa Adventure series of books, plus how and why they support CHEO, a children’s hospital in Ottawa. Kerry Hills is a patient/advocate for scleroderma and she tells what to look for and how to deal with an invisible chronic illness. Plus our Take…


  • Couple moving

    MISSION:POSSIBLE — Go-To Grandma

    Wise Women: Bestselling author Gina Sorell tells about her latest novel and get exploring advice from moms and grandmas.


  • A family in a house

    WINNING: GOAL — Go-To Grandma with Kathy Buckworth

    Author and coach Julie Ellis on setting Big Gorgeous Goals, no matter where you are. Writer and coach Nadine Araksi from Kickstartology Consulting on kickstarting a career as a grandma. Take 5 With RBC interview with Royal Trust President and CEO Leanne Kaufman looks at how to manage probate.


  • Woman in her patio garden

    GARDEN: GROW — Go-To Grandma with Kathy Buckworth

    Gardening expert Carson Arthur on outdoor yards in the winter and solving common houseplant problems, Harrowsmith magaziner EIC Jen Reynolds on sustainable flowers and the impact of cut flowers, and myth-busting around wills and estate planning with Leanne Kaufman of RBC.


  • Woman on laptop

    FIRM: FIFTY — Go-To Grandma with Kathy Buckworth

    Author Ann Douglas on the importance of female friendships in middle life and beyond. Sherrilynne Starkie and why she started the “50 Women Over 50” podcast. Take 5 With RBC looks at the considerations and financing for a plan to age in place.


  • Asian sporty woman golf player doing golf swing tee off on the green sunset evening time, she presumably does exercise.

    PLAY: PLAN — Go-To Grandma with Kathy Buckworth

    Erin Davis on perfecting the grandkid sleepover and her sleep podcast, Drift. Product designer Kim Vallee on why gaming grandkids learn as they play, and Take 5 With RBC covers what a power of attorney is, does, and how to choose one.