Culture Notes

Kids health first

Everyday Heroes Kids is an online tool that connects families to pediatric professionals in health, mental health and education with the goal of saving time, money and stress for families and encouraging earlier intervention for better outcomes in kids. Officially launched this summer, it was developed by Tammany Petrie, a long-time pediatric entrepreneur and mother to two sons, one born profoundly deaf and the other with ADHD. Ehkidshealth.com

 

Best of Burlington

Discover Burlington with the #BurlON Fun Pass. Available for visitors or locals, download this pass onto your mobile device to access savings and discounts from amazing businesses across Burlington. It’s easy to use – just sign up and present your offer using your mobile device at any participating business to redeem and save.

Tourismburlington.com/special-offers/burlon-fun-pass

 

Terry’s legacy of hope

To mark the 40th anniversary of the Marathon of Hope, Forever Terry: A Legacy in Letters recounts the inspiration, dedication, and perseverance that Terry Fox embodied, and gives voice to an icon whose example spoke much louder than his words. Comprising 40 letters from 40 contributors and edited by Terry’s younger brother Darrell on behalf of the Fox family, the book was released September 1st.

 

PCM expands to build affordable housing

Luxury home builder PCM Inc expands to deliver high-density affordable housing. Owner Carlos Jardino and his team are ready to break ground on Carrying Place Vista, a 126-unit affordable rental housing building located in west GTA. Geared for those 59 years and older, the building has the support of the City of Toronto’s Open Door program which offers financial incentives to encourage construction. Whether it’s a costly luxury home or an affordable building, PCM prides itself on its high-quality details. Myrentalpad.ca