Giveaway alert! And a bit about the Children’s Arts Tax Credit

Some of you probably already know about the Children's Fitness Tax Credit, but did you know there's one for Arts programs as well? (Confession: I did not know this before now!) Parents with children under the age of 16 can receive a credit for up to $75 per child. Artistic and cultural … Continue reading →

Can you get fit with a video game? You be the judge.

The first thing I did this morning, after dragging myself out of bed, is limp to the bathroom and take an Advil. I’m sitting here, in The Kingdom of Aching Muscles, feeling rather sore and craving a second coffee. I used to be the kind of person who goes to the gym but I haven’t been that … Continue reading →

Ottawa giveaway alert – the sweet gift of time from Tradex

Fishbowl patron Tradex is hosting this little giveaway. As we approach the RRSP contribution deadline for the 2011 tax year of February 29 (this date is due to leap year – usually it’s March 1!), Tradex thought it'd be fun to offer the “gift of time” to one lucky Fishbowl reader. (I am … Continue reading →

Ottawa Giveaway alert: give a little h’art for Valentine’s Day

This giveaway is brought to you by longtime Fishbowl patron Alison Fowler. I'm so excited about this giveaway. Alison has been working hard to create amazing gifts of art in time for Valentine's Day. One wall of her studio is currently covered in mini heart canvases, all for sale. Each one is … Continue reading →

Ottawa Giveaway Alert: this one is for a fun family outing

Regular readers already know how important I believe the arts and culture is in the development of our young citizens. I believe that exposing children to great music, film, and theatre is essential to young brains and helps create more intelligent, sensitive, compassionate, and creative … Continue reading →

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Giveaway alert! And a bit about the Children’s Arts Tax Credit

Can you get fit with a video game? You be the judge.

Ottawa giveaway alert – the sweet gift of time from Tradex

Ottawa Giveaway alert: give a little h’art for Valentine’s Day

Ottawa Giveaway Alert: this one is for a fun family outing