Sara Romano

1 week ago | canadianliving.com | Sara Romano

Sometimes all you need is your mom to succeed. These three mother-daughter teams share how their drive, creativity, and ultimately, love for each other, pushed them to create their dream brands. Mimi Island Designs: Georgian Bay, Ont. If you give Mimi Island a quick Google search, you’ll be hard-pressed to find it on a map. But the tiny Georgian Bay isle’s dreamy spirit is undoubtedly alive thanks to the mother-daughter duo behind the luxuriously minimalist loungewear brand it’s named after.

1 week ago | canadianliving.com | Sara Romano

From sleepy seaside towns to majestic landscapes, Canada boasts countless incredible places to explore—some of them you may never have heard of! Whether you’re planning a trek across the country or simply want to round up the family for a weekend adventure, these are the underrated spots you won’t want to miss.  BRITISH COLUMBIA: Haida Gwaii for a rugged adventure Haida Gwaii is a breathtaking archipelago off the coast of British Columbia.

1 week ago | cottagelife.com | Sara Romano

When Rebecca Greenstein gets her dog ready for a walk, she doesn’t simply attach a leash to his harness. Nay—Cliff, the vet’s goldendoodle, sports a light blue onesie. Though the fluffy fur that sticks out of the ends regularly turns heads, this statement look is all about practicality. “It helps us to spot ticks, especially small ones, or anything else crawling on him after a walk,” says Greenstein, a vet in Vaughan, Ont., and a veterinary expert with rover.com.

1 week ago | cottagelife.com | Sara Romano

Heads up, Muskoka Lakes’ cottagers—the Township’s incoming short-term rental (STR) bylaw won’t be going into effect any time soon. The bylaw—originally intended to be implemented in January of this year—is now set to launch on May 1, 2026. STR owners will be permitted to advertise and operate their rental properties through to the end of the year, and are required to submit licensing applications by December 31.

1 week ago | cottagelife.com | Sara Romano

Lake: Burnt RiverBedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 1Lot size: 1/2 – 1.99 acresList price: $960,000Date listed: November 11, 2024Realtor: Bryan CoxworthThis cottage on the Burnt River in Kawartha Lakes sits on a sprawling ranch-style property. The three-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage features an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area. Downstairs, a games room with a pool table and a bar are perfect for entertaining. The living room opens to a screened-in porch that connects to a large deck.