Whether through nonprofit organizations or individually, many Canadians are adopting all sorts of different rescue animals from afar, places around the globe where stray, sick, and abandoned creatures abound.

Animals From Afar: 4 Heart-Warming Rescue Stories | alive

Canadians offer forever homes

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Animals From Afar

Do you regularly find yourself thousands of feet above the ground at any given time? Regular travel can make it difficult to find time for fitness … unless you know a guy. I’m that guy: here’s a do-anywhere full-body workout to help you stay active—in a tiny hotel room or packed airplane.

The Do-Anywhere Full-Body Workout for Frequent Travellers | alive

The cost? Free. Time spent? Minimal.

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Do-Anywhere Full-Body Workout

Scandinavia’s thriving commuter bicycle culture isn’t simply a matter of flat terrain and plentiful bike racks. This world traveller learned that the psychological infrastructure is what keeps the masses cycling in Scandinavia ... and enjoying the many benefits of their choice.

The Life-Changing Lessons I Learned From Cycling in Scandinavia | alive

Get inspired by the bicycle commuters of Denmark and Sweden

From A to B, Scandinavian Style

Heidi Swanson’s delicious cookbook Near & Far features recipes from far-flung places around the globe. It reflects her immersion into each locale she visited, soaking up the magic and atmosphere—and also the sights, the aromas, and the exotic flavours all around her.

Recipes From Near & Far: Inspired by the Travels of Heidi Swanson | alive

Inspired by the travels of Heidi Swanson

Food is medicine. It all starts here. We create recipes with functional, whole organic ingredients that nourish your body and feed your soul. 

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Recipes From Near & Far

A frantic work, family, and social schedule can leave you little time or energy to put a healthy meal on the table. That’s why it’s time to garner an appetite for the ready-in-a-hurry cooking method known as stir-frying. These globally inspired recipes will make you feel like a wok star.

5 Healthy Stir-Fry Recipes That Will Make You Feel Like a Wok Star | alive

Wok your way toward worldly stir-fries 

Stir It Up

You won’t need a passport to try out these global superfoods, which are readily available in your local health food store and markets. Find out what makes these foods so “super” and where they began their journeys.

10 Global Superfoods With Serious Health Benefits | alive

Why do we call them super?

Get Your Hands on These Global Superfoods

Does having kids means giving up your freedom? Not for these families, who earn dozens of stamps in their passports while forging indescribable international memories together.

3 Globe-Trotting Families Who Will Give You Serious Wanderlust | alive

Explore the world with kids in tow

Family comes first. We equip you with the tools to create a holistically healthy family now, and for generations to come.

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Carry-On Children

With international breakfast recipes ranging from muesli to shakshuka, you can explore the world without changing out of your pyjamas.

These International Breakfast Recipes Are Way Better Than Cereal | alive

Seize a spoon to seize the day

Breakfast Around the World

Parched air, sleep deprivation, and junk food galore: taking a vacation can be hazardous for your health. Find more joy in your journeys by packing these 11 healthy travel essentials before you take off.

Healthy Travel Essentials: 11 Things You Need to Pack | alive

11 essentials to keep you on your wellness way

Healthy Trails

This is what happened when our Publisher, Ryan Benn, travelled to Africa with Thrive—an incredible nonprofit that's growing change.

My Journey to Africa With Thrive | alive

My journey to ground zero in the fight against poverty

Thrive (and Africa)

No need to empty your bank account for a taste of tropical splendour. Channel the tropics in the comfort of your own backyard with these tropical recipes.

Tropical Recipes That'll Make You Feel Like You're on Vacation | alive

Tropically infused flavours

Tropical Kitchen

Finding yourself gleefully counting down the days before your next vacation? Learn how to maximize the happy feeling of trip planning.

Could Trip Planning Be the Best Part of Your Vacation? | alive

Get the most out of gearing up for your getaway

Ease Into Escape

Yes, you should use those vacation days. There are so many health benefits of taking a vacation ... and plenty of different ways to take one.

Escape Your Job: The Health Benefits of Taking a Vacation | alive

Vacations are important business

Escape Your Job

Having allergies while travelling can make your escape an adventure you hadn’t planned. Use these easy approaches to ease allergies and enjoy your getaway.

Natural Strategies for Allergies While Travelling | alive

Attack your allergies and get on with your getaway

Natural is the way. We bring you credible approaches to preventative health, holistic treatments, and supportive supplements.

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Itchin’?

The chances of having a grumpy gut increase when you travel. Use these tips to keep your gut happy and avoid digestive problems while travelling.

Natural Ways to Avoid Digestive Problems While Travelling | alive

How to take care of your digestion on your escape

Adventures of a Good Gut

Planning stress and thoughts about returning to work can shorten your holiday bliss. Here are some strategies to help you make the most of your vacation.

Simple Tricks to Make the Most of Your Vacation | alive

Extend the benefits of your much-anticipated vacation

Let Go Longer!

In his journey across Argentina, this cyclist slept under highways and battled 100 km/hour winds—all on a vegan diet. These are his top vegan travel tips.

Vegan Travel Tips From a Cyclist in the Land of Steak | alive

A vegan cycles 5,800 km in the land of steak

Out to (Vegan) Lunch?

Nervous about travelling with your pet? For a no-stress vacay, just follow our advice, including tips from a homeopathic and holistic vet.

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