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Chatelaine covers all of the issues—big and small—that matter to them, from climate change and caregiving to cannabis, Canadian fashion and what to cook now.

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THE DISH • Welcome to Weeknight Hero—a delicious slam-dunk recipe you’ll want to cook again and again, any night of the week.

Turn a New Page • Spring reads so good you’ll want to stay inside till summer.

Little Fish • One way to cut down your protein carbon footprint? Choosing tinned seafood over fresh. Many tin-able fish, such as sardines and anchovies, can be harvested more sustainably, don’t require refrigeration and have an ultra-long shelf life, which cuts down on food waste. Plus: They’re nutrition and flavour powerhouses that are easy to incorporate into a quick weeknight meal—or eat straight out of the can.

The #1 Question to Ask Your Doctor About Heart Health • A Canadian woman is diagnosed with heart disease every seven minutes. The risk of developing it increases during the menopause transition, when changes in the levels of hormones such as estrogen affect blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol. These changes can also lead to weight gain around the waist, another risk factor. The good news? You can reduce your risk.

RUNNER’S HIGH • What’s the deal with those beyond-thick sneaker soles?

SOLE SEARCHING • Three options for the max-cushioning-curious

5 ICONIC ST. MAARTEN EXPERIENCES TO TRY AT LEAST ONCE • Thrilling adventures, superb cuisine and awe-inspiring sights await on this unique island

WHAT DOES THE “CRUELTY-FREE” LABEL REALLY MEAN? • A long-awaited ban on cosmetic animal testing came into effect in Canada last December. While many brands had already discontinued or taken steps to end the practice, it’s worth brushing up on the terminology to ensure you’re the most animal-friendly beauty consumer you can be. We asked Liz White, director of Animal Alliance of Canada, and Aviva Vetter, senior manager of cosmetics at Humane Society International, to help decode what popular labels really mean.

A KINDER ROUTINE • Shop some of our favourite Leaping Bunny– and PETA-approved makeup, skincare and haircare.

HOW TO Streamline Your Skincare Routine • One of the best things you can do for your skin, your wallet and the planet is strip your beauty routine down to the essentials. Dr. Geeta Yadav, a board-certified dermatologist and the founder of Facet Dermatology in Toronto, shares her best advice.

Frequent Flyers • Want to host a backyard feast for birds? Here’s everything you need to know about feeders and how to maintain them.

FEEDER SCHOOL

HOW TO Rewild Your Lawn (It’s a buzzy trend!) • Replacing even a little of your grass with native plants will lead to climate rewards.

Six steps to ditching your lawn

You’re Worried About Climate Change. Your Parents Are Not. • As your climate anxiety mounts—and your blood boils—is there a way to find common ground?

SPRING Greening • 14 tips to make your home more eco-friendly—and save yourself some cash in the process.

THE CONVERSATION • In the mood for a spring closet refresh? Here are three easy ways to expand your wardrobe without setting foot in the mall.

Swap Your Way to a New Wardrobe

HOW TO ORGANIZE A CLOTHING SWAP • Want to host your own event? Here’s how.

Rethink What You Have

HOW TO SHOP YOUR CLOSET • Personal stylist Alberta Rose shares the top tips she gives her clients.

Hire a Pro Thriftter

HOW TO THRIFT SMARTER • Long-time second-hand shopper Teagan Comeau-Wolgien shares her recipe for a successful thrifting session.

LOSING IT ALL • Gambling has long been considered a male affliction. But since the pandemic, more women than ever...