What to do if You Encounter a Downed Power Line
Do you know what to do if you encounter a downed power line? Picture it. There’s a winter storm and snow and ice has built up on the road, trees …
Winter Power Outage Safety
If the lights go out this winter… Winter is unpredictable and storms can disrupt electrical service without warning. Your power may be off for a few hours or, in extreme …
Frugal Food Shopping
Updated in July 2015 by the Manitoba Association of Home Economists Are you feeling the pinch at the grocery store due to current food prices? The prices of some basic …
MAHE Board Member Interview: Sheila Stark
We’re back for another instalment of our MAHE Board Member Interview series. Today we’re talking with Vice President, Sheila Stark. Who are you and what do you do? Hello my …
Carbon Monoxide in the Home
Is it the flu or is it your flue? Many of the symptoms of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning have people thinking they are suffering from a common flu. However exposure …
Nutrition on the Internet
Updated in July 2015 by the Manitoba Association of Home Economists Have you gone to the Internet for nutrition information? The Internet can be a good source of information; but …
