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De Burger-Fex: 'Unfortunate societal stigma' surrounding Alzheimer’s and dementia

January is Alzheimer Awareness Month, and our seniors' columnist wants to share some facts

Jan 6, 2020 8:00 PM Read more >

Reflections: Soaking in the Christmas spirit in Toronto's Distillery District

'The numerous quaint little shops were all decorated for Christmas, and, of course, the music of the season could be heard everywhere'

Dec 3, 2019 4:00 PM Read more >

Erna de Burger-Fex: Hockey has united my family, just as it has this country

Hockey will be part of Erna de Burger-Fex's life forever

Oct 10, 2019 8:00 PM Read more >

De Burger-Fex: It’s a pigeon invasion at Rockview Towers

Erna De Burger-Fex says bold pigeons are a frequent topic of conversation among her neighbours, but so are the friendly chipmunks

Sep 4, 2019 1:45 PM Read more >

De Burger-Fex: Creighton 30th Annual Reunion promises to be fun for the whole family

Anderson Farm hosts 30th reunion on Sept. 14

Jul 30, 2019 8:00 PM Read more >

De Burger-Fex: Retired teacher is (not so) silently judging your spelling and grammar

'I hate seeing spelling mistakes and I observe them everywhere'

Jul 2, 2019 1:00 PM Read more >

De Burger-Fex: Maybe I’m getting old, but product tags drive me crazy!

Everyone’s favourite cranky grandmother, Erna de Burger-Fex, is back with her latest rant

May 17, 2019 1:00 PM Read more >

Reflections: I'm a Marymount pioneer

Erna shares some memories about the first day's of Sudbury's first Catholic school for girls

Mar 27, 2019 1:00 PM Read more >

Reflections: A turtle, a rabbit and a hamster … oh my!

Allergies prevented the de Burger-Fex family from owning pets, but it was a blessing in disguise, says columnist Erna de Burger-Fex

Feb 12, 2019 4:00 PM Read more >

Reflections: Snow is a four-letter word

But columnist Erna de Burger-Fex admits this time of year can have its own wintry charms

Jan 8, 2019 1:00 PM Read more >