Canadian Living

The Canadian Living Magazine for helpful articles on food, cooking, health, relationships, family and lifestyles in Canada.

Canadian Living • EST. 1975 | VOL. 51, NO. 4 | JUNE 2026

ON THE slow down

11 tricks, tips and ideas we love this month

the sweetest summer CAKE • Serve up this strawberry-loaded cake for dessert—it’s the sweetest way to welcome summer.

fashion & beauty

now trending • The hottest products and the latest news from the world of beauty.

glow GETTER • You don’t need the sun to achieve a golden glow. Self-tanners can deliver a natural-looking radiance—no UV rays required!

FORMULAS • SELF-TANNERS CAN BE APPLIED IN MANY DIFFERENT FORMS. READ ON TO FIND OUT WHICH ONE’S RIGHT FOR YOU.

Our product picks

Making waves • From heavily policed full-body garments to bona fide fashion statements made to be seen, women’s swimwear has gone through a major revolution since the 18th century. Read on for a history of the mighty swimsuit, which has dared to defy social norms since its inception.

Swim in style • As soon as the sun comes out, the urge for a new swimsuit kicks in. These picks are guaranteed to make a splash.

Here comes the sun • For head-to-toe UV protection, fill your beach bag with these smart sun products before heading outside—your skin will thank you.

One pair of balloon-leg pants 3 LOOKS • With a relaxed silhouette and airy appeal, these comfortable bottoms are one of the season’s must-have pieces.

styled VACATION VIBES • Whether your dream holiday includes sightseeing in the city, yoga on the beach or exploring the great outdoors, these ensembles are sure to have you travelling in style.

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life & community

In good hands • David Suzuki’s lifelong commitment to environmental stewardship, advocacy for sustainability and respect for nature has inspired generations. In honour of his 90th birthday, we’re sharing five achievable actions for living a greener life from the David Suzuki Foundation and the visionary himself.

INTO THE WILD • Arriving on Anticosti Island means entering a rare, spectacular territory, where you’ll experience breathtaking landscapes—towering cliffs, vast shores, cascading waterfalls, dense woodland and abundant wildlife—all in natural rhythm with each other. And with turnkey stays at Auberge Port-Menier, everything is taken care of from the moment you book: flights, accommodation, transportation on the island and access to iconic attractions. Anticosti welcomes few tourists, and with its wide-open spaces and magnificent scenery, the island is perfectly designed for those who want to discover something truly exceptional.

Good day, sunshine • From beach day palate cleansers to stormy night thrillers, the season’s new releases have summer written all over them.

ARMCHAIR VACATIONS

health & fitness

Mango tango • One of the most important and widely grown fruits of the tropical world, mangoes have been cultivated in South and South-east Asia since ancient times. While there are several hundred cultivars of mango worldwide, in our supermarkets you’re most likely to find the small yellow Ataulfo mango or Tommy Atkins, with its distinctive red-green skin. Many consider this superfood the ‘king of fruits’ because of its versatility, nutritional content and delicious flavour. Summer is the perfect time to eat this tropical treat: Serve mango fresh in smoothies, salsas and summer salads, or grill it on the barbecue with seafood like we’ve done here.

I tried it… barre fitness • Combining the grace of ballet and the precision of Pilates, barre is a low-impact way to get muscles burning and hearts pumping. I headed to the barre to try this popular workout for 30...