Spring is upon us! A season that renews our energy after a long winter period. We hope that this edition of Laval Families Magazine will give you a similar energy with its choice of subjects, its suggestions for activities as well as a few surprises.

For our readers with a penchant for wolves and wildlife, our cover story will delight you! Discover the Voyageurs Wolf Project and its unique objectives of developing rigorous wolf research to uncover new attributes of wolf ecology, as well as extend this research as engaging outreach and education. The Voyageurs Wolf Project has been in operation since 2015, and it investigates features such as the summer ecology of wolves and the relationship with the prey they rely on. To learn more about this and for ways to support this project, head to page 8!

As we all know, buying a home is a long-term investment that tends to increase in value over time. However, the right renovations, changes or circumstances can truly bring you bigger returns on your investment. If you are wondering where to start, or wish to learn more before diving into a new project, turn to page 16 to read the advice of real estate experts Groupe Baronello.

By leafing through the magazine, you will come across many different suggestions of summer camps for your children. The offer is varied, in order to meet different needs. It is better to prepare your summer plans quickly since the season is fast approaching. Furthermore, if you head to page 24 you will find an article highlighting things that every parent should know before sending their child do a sleep away camp. Sleep away camps offer different experiences and memories for children, from those who attend day camp, however, some children may experience feelings of anxiety from being away from their parents. An article not to be missed by any parent debating this topic.

If we head back to goings-on that are happening a little closer to home, our guide to activities to discover in Laval will delight you. Turn to page 22 to discover many family activities to enjoy this spring, including outdoor events, festivals and much more.

Lastly, our seniors section is diving into the signs and solutions that come with senior deconditioning. Deconditioning happens when seniors face issues stemming from being inactive, anti-social and mentally fatigued due to under-stimulation and staying alone for long periods of time. Find more on page 18.

I hope you have a great time with us. Happy reading!