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Chilling out with elegance
Stay cool calm and collected this summer with a few simple no-cooking recipes we suggest for July.

Francie Healy
Jul 33 min read


Music & kids: Ottawa in July
Music, families, kids, Ottawa and area in July. What could be sweeter? Our picks of things to see and do.

Francie Healy
Jun 293 min read


Where Life Unfolds Gently
It feels magical here. It reminds us of what we experience and observe through generations.

Jacob Kirst
Jun 294 min read


Teeing up for diabetes
The RND golf tournament is a significant yearly fundraiser for Diabetes Canada.

Francie Healy
Jun 291 min read


It’s not always the bad guys
More often than not, it’s the honest guy who doesn’t know what he’s doing... with disastrous results.

Herb Lagois
Jun 263 min read


Great memories live outdoors
More than a back yard: these escapes include stonework, carpentry, and gardens for exquisite moments.

Francie Healy
Jun 264 min read


Two faces, two great milestones
Lagois teammates were quick to congratulate two of their favourite superstars.

Francie Healy
Jun 24 min read


Lagois plays role in critical issue
Darren Vander Meer, Lagois Production Manager, was part of a panel discussing the trades gap.

Francie Healy
Jun 11 min read


Beyond a shot in the dark
A price without everything in context can be not only misleading but expensive.

Jacob Kirst
May 283 min read


Listening to the language that counts
Words can explain or baffle. How we listen and speak to each other is the core of successful problem-solving.

Herb Lagois
May 283 min read


Cookies from the oven
Delicious for a simple treat or as something more indulgent, with buttercream filling.

Francie Healy
May 262 min read


June fun and Canada Day!
Spirit horses, grassroots music, festivals, dragon boats, theatre, car show, and fireworks: it's summer!

Francie Healy
May 266 min read


A reflection of trust
How does it feel to win national awards? It feels like trust, recognition and the best of everyday life.

Francie Healy
May 193 min read


Closing the gaps
There was a lot of "shop talk" among Canadians in Europe, including two from the Lagois team.

Francie Healy
May 53 min read


Muskoka summer salad
If you’re thinking about barbecue, friends, and gentle summer evenings, this might be the perfect way to start.

Francie Healy
May 41 min read


The magic of May
Spring is nature's way of saying, "Let's party!" said Robin Williams. Here are some ideas for May magic.

Francie Healy
May 42 min read


Mysteries behind the walls
Digging behind the walls can unearth charming treasures. But it can also reveal serious dangers.

Herb Lagois
May 43 min read


Sweet sprinkles of joy
At a party, they taste one of the cakes or cookies from the Sweet Pearl Bake Shop. And they want more.

Francie Healy
Apr 293 min read


No One Talks About This
What most people don’t realize is that renovation is more than a construction process. It’s a deeply personal one.

Jacob Kirst
Apr 204 min read


Clear as glass
High end products, installation and design mean a true partnership
of superb quality.

Francie Healy
Apr 163 min read
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