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Ontario will be going into a province-wide lockdown starting on December 26th. For Southern Ontario, that lockdown is going to last for 28 days. For many people, this news comes with a wave of mental health struggles. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the news, then it’s a good idea to arm yourself with some essentials for your mental health during the lockdown. www.zockgroup.ca/o/mental-health-essentials-during-lockdown

The truth is that Christmas is going to look very different this year for a number of reasons. But that’s okay. It’s still Christmas. Restrictions, lock-downs, and health concerns don’t mean that we can’t still have a special and memorable Christmas. If you are ready to just throw in the towel and discount Christmas altogether this year, then check out these fun and safe holiday activities and ideas for your family. www.zockgroup.ca//christmas-isnt-cancelled-fun-and-safe-ho

This year, even more than most years, we need kindness. A lot of people are struggling with the pandemic. Christmas is a time for giving, but giving isn’t about what’s under the Christmas tree on December 25th. This year, start a tradition with your family that will warm hearts, create smiles, and will leave 2020 on a bit of a higher note. Check out our ideas for the 12 Acts of Christmas Kindness www.zockgroup.ca/our-blog/12-acts-of-christmas-kindness

Driving through Canadian winters is not for the faint of heart. Black ice can make any road look perfectly safe to drive while actually being incredibly slippery and difficult to stop on. Most of us have experienced fishtailing, sliding on ice after trying to break, and even white-out conditions where you can’t see ahead of you. The key to arriving alive and safe is preparation. Here are some easy tips to help keep you safe on the road, no matter what the winter weather brings your way. https://www.zockgroup.ca//tips-for-driving-in-canadian-win

The best part of Christmas usually isn’t Christmas Day. It’s the lead up to Christmas. Families spend time doing fun holiday activities together and make memories with every tradition. We try to soak up every moment of the festive season doing things like skating, looking at Christmas lights, and visiting Santa. In fact, the gift exchange really doesn’t have to be the focus of your holiday traditions at all. If you want your family to enjoy the holiday season, start by making fun traditions that everyone participates in year after year. One of those traditions can be the festive scavenger hunt! Check out our fun and festive scavenger hunt game for your family to enjoy! www.zockgroup.ca//family-holiday-activities-the-festive-sc

Just because Halloween was a little different this year, doesn’t mean it had to be boring! One of our property managers wanted to still have a way to celebrate the spooky season without putting anyone at risk. So, she came up with a pumpkin carving contest! Check out all of the amazing entries! www.zockgroup.ca//we-held-a-socially-distanced-kids-pumpki

If you’re a fan of Halloween, then you’re going to want to make the most of this holiday. Halloween doesn’t have to just be one night where you dress up and get candy. Halloween can be a whole season! Watch scary movies, decorate your home with spooky decor, and get down with these crafts and recipes. Let’s make October the spookiest time of the year! www.zockgroup.ca/our-blog/zzqgv0dk7zkdg5xemjk3kai9yyeo6k

This year, parents’ main concerns are more about how to stay safe and socially distant while also trying to help their kids celebrate the fun holiday. While traditional trick-or-treating would be riskier this year because of crowds, close proximity, and plenty of potential for germ-spreading, that doesn’t mean that you have to just skip Halloween this year. There are plenty of ways for your family to enjoy Halloween this year while remaining safe. Whether you live for the candy, the trick-or-treating, or the costume contest, we have an alternative option for you to check out! Here are 11 ideas for Halloween in 2020. www.zockgroup.ca/our-blog/safe-halloween-ideas-for-2020

Times are tight right now for a lot of people. The cost of living has sky-rocketed and COVID set many households back in terms of finances. For many, living paycheque to paycheque while debt slowly grows is a real reality. If you’re reading this, you’ve probably heard the usual tips and advice for saving money: don’t eat out, avoid those daily coffees out, wash your clothes in cold water, and take shorter showers. So here are some unexpected tips that you might not have heard, but that can be great advice for saving you money in the long run. www.zockgroup.ca/our-blog/ge7uskfr3dokfarxd93w40t4esddne

If you have a loved one with an upcoming birthday and are looking for safe ways to celebrate them or if you have an upcoming birthday and are looking for a way to safely enjoy the day, this list is for you. www.zockgroup.ca/our-blog/socially-distanced-birthday-ideas