Janice Quirt
Janice Quirt is a freelance writer who lives in Orangeville.
Modern Family
Nov 20, 2022Jade and Roland Skuce’s passion for building from scratch dovetailed with the birth of their daughter and resulted in a remarkable modern farmhouse.
Where The Wild Things Are
Sep 20, 2022What the leaders, students and parents of local outdoor school programs want us to know about the power of outdoor learning.
Food + Drink Autumn 2022
Sep 20, 2022Try a new Caribbean restaurant, tour Dufferin farms and add style to your home kitchen.
The Backyard Office
Jun 24, 2022Work-from-home studios are having a moment, driven in part by pandemic trends; newbies and veterans alike speak to the merits of a space of one’s own.
Green Thumb, All Heart
Jun 24, 2022A typical day for Nishan Kooner of 10 and 10 Garden Centre revolves around helping customers find the right plants – all while raising funds for Ukraine.
Food + Drink Summer 2022
Jun 24, 2022Map out a season of good eating with Parisian-style pastries, creamy coconut yogurt and on-farm adventures.
Meet the Maker: Sean Singh
Jun 24, 2022How a woodcarver finds his flow while crafting handsome – and durable – utensils and charcuterie boards.
Stepping Up: Jenna Brooks
Mar 29, 2022The warehouse racking entrepreneur sets her alarm for 4:30 a.m – early call times are all in a day’s work.
Something Old, Something New
Mar 29, 2022How a Creemore designer reimagined his family’s century home, marrying Victorian substance with minimalist, Scandinavian style.
Meet the Maker: Elizabeth Bryan
Nov 29, 2021This Orangeville weaver expanded her repertoire by making an outdoor sport of dyeing silk scarves in the snow.
Food + Drink Winter 2021
Nov 29, 2021Foodie gifts, a Caledon salumeria gem and an excuse for a cuppa cocoa.
The Path Taken
Nov 29, 2021A couple’s home in Mono combines a love of hiking with a penchant for sustainability and stewardship.
Local Buys: Autumn 2021
Sep 24, 2021Hiking accessories, pressed flowers and a nod to local farming culture.