This December, let joy take root and bloom with the magic of Christmas. At Roy’s Florist, we believe every bouquet is more than a gift – it’s a gesture of warmth, care, and celebration. Whether it brightens a cozy home, adds charm to a festive table, or brings comfort to someone recovering in a hospital room, each arrangement carries a wish for happiness. This Christmas, celebrate the season with the beauty of flowers, and let nature’s simple grace remind us that joy, like blooms, grows when shared. Roy’s Florist wishes you a wonderful and happy holiday season.
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Clean Eating Recipe
Cranberry-Cashew Energy Cups. 1⅔ c rolled oats; ¾ c unsalted cashew butter; ½ c unsweetened almond milk; ½ c 50% dried cranberries, chopped. 2 tbsp chia seeds; 1 tsp vanilla extract; ¼ tsp salt; ½ c dark chocolate chips; 1 tbsp coconut oil. Combine ingredients (leave chocolate & coconut oil aside). Divide mixture among prepared muffin cups (about 1½ tablespoons each); firmly press the mixture into the cup bottoms. Melt chocolate & coconut oil together until smooth and spoon mixture over the oat mixture in each cup. Refrigerate, uncovered, until chilled.
Confident Smiles This Holiday
Holiday gatherings are full of laughter, delicious food, and memorable conversations. For denture wearers, enjoying these moments comfortably is important. Well-fitting dentures allow you to eat seasonal favorites and smile confidently in photos without worry. Regular care, cleaning daily and visiting your denturist for check-ups, helps prevent discomfort or slipping during meals. With the right fit and care, dentures won’t hold you back from the holiday fun. Enjoy every bite, toast, and smile with confidence this season.
Clean Eating Recipe
Cranberry-Cashew Energy Cups. 1⅔ c rolled oats; ¾ c unsalted cashew butter; ½ c unsweetened almond milk; ½ c 50% dried cranberries, chopped. 2 tbsp chia seeds; 1 tsp vanilla extract; ¼ tsp salt; ½ c dark chocolate chips; 1 tbsp coconut oil. Combine ingredients (leave chocolate & coconut oil aside). Divide mixture among prepared muffin cups (about 1½ tablespoons each); firmly press the mixture into the cup bottoms. Melt chocolate & coconut oil together until smooth and spoon mixture over the oat mixture in each cup. Refrigerate, uncovered, until chilled.
Harm Reduction Advocation
Some call Hard Knox Talks an addiction recovery podcast. Others call us harm reduction advocates. Hard Knox Talks is a live streaming video podcast centered around all things substance use. From inspiring stories of recovery to useful information about drug policy, and current events, find new Hard Knox Talks episodes every week on YouTube or on your favorite audio podcast platform. We won’t dissapoint!
The Gift of Prescence
Visiting family and loved ones during the holiday season brings warmth, comfort, and a sense of belonging to Care Home residents who cannot be with their families during the Holidays. These visits brighten spirits, ease feelings of isolation, and strengthen emotional well-being. Whether it’s reminiscing over shared memories, recalling long standing Family Traditions, or simply enjoying each other’s presence, the time spent together is deeply meaningful. Even brief or virtual visits show love and care—reminding residents they are valued, remembered, loved and never alone during this special time of year.
A Season of Compassion
As Christmas approaches, it’s a time to open our hearts — not only to friends and family, but also to the animals who rely on our care. Local SPCAs work tirelessly to provide warmth, safety, and love to abandoned or neglected pets, especially through the cold winter months. Donating food, blankets, or funds can make a world of difference. This season, share the true spirit of Christmas — compassion, kindness, and a helping hand for every paw in need
Winter Home Hazzards
Winter weather can quietly impact your home and health. Poor insulation and blocked vents trap moisture, leading to mold and mildew that trigger allergies and breathing issues. Frozen pipes, roof leaks, and condensation can worsen air quality. Regular maintenance and proper ventilation help prevent these cold-season health hazards.
Life Improvement Programs
Catholic Family Services offers a variety of group programs led by qualified and experienced facilitators. We bring our programs into the community including Prince Albert and area schools. Programs are also offered at the CFS offices or in partnership with other community agencies.
The Life Improvement Programs cover a variety of topics including parenting, anger management for children, teens, and adults, helping families deal with grief, communication issues, helping children deal with separation and divorce, or other life changing issues.
Fees for programs are based on funding available. However, no one is turned away.
To register for our programs or for more information, please call
306 922-3202 or email: [email protected]
Gluten and Dairy Free Fudge
Ingredients ½ cups Coconut Milk, Canned 2 tablespoons Butter, Dairy Free 1 cup Chocolate Chips, Dairy Free 3 ½ cups Powdered Sugar ½ cups Cocoa Powder ½ teaspoons Vanilla Extract 1 cup Toasted Coconut Flakes
Line 8 x 8 pans with parchment paper.
In a sauce pan over medium heat, warm the coconut milk and dairy free butter until it melts and there are a few bubbles just begin to break the surface of the mixture.
Turn off heat and dump the chocolate chips into pan.
Allow to sit for a couple of minutes to melt the chocolate.
When chocolate has softened, whisk the chocolate and coconut milk mixture.
Add half of the sifted powdered sugar and cocoa powder and whisk well.
Add remainder of the powdered sugar and cocoa powder and the vanilla.
Whisk well until very smooth.
Immediately pour into your prepared pan.
Sprinkle coconut (or broken up candy canes) on top of fudge, pressing gently to adhere to the fudge.
Allow fudge to cool to room temperature.
Cover well and chill in the refrigerator for an hour.
Use a sharp knife to slice fudge before serving.
Avoid the Winter Blues
The Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines suggest adults should perform at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise per week, as well as two sessions of muscle and bone strengthening activities, to achieve physical AND mental health benefits. With winter coming, and the challenges of leaving home, this can seem daunting! Your physiotherapist can tailor an exercise program designed specifically for you to do inside with minimal space (to help avoid the cold weather!), and with equipment everyone has around their home. At 30 minutes per day, the benefits of exercise are countless, while the side effects are minimal.
