This Ottawa-based parenting journalist combines practical advice with community-focused reporting for The Parenting Times. With 150+ bylines since 2018, she's become essential reading for Canadian caregivers seeking evidence-based strategies.
Julie Findlay has cultivated a 15-year career as a parenting journalist, transitioning from basic "how-to" guides to nuanced explorations of family dynamics. Her early work focused on practical solutions like meal planning and seasonal clothing guides, exemplified by her 2018 article "Keep Your Kids Toasty Warm With These Cold-Weather Wardrobe Tips" [1]. By 2025, her reporting expanded to address systemic challenges facing Canadian families, including access to nature education and affordable nutrition programs.
This 1,200-word practical guide revolutionized seasonal parenting content by incorporating pediatrician interviews and material science insights. Findlay collaborated with textile engineers to analyze insulation properties in children's winter gear, creating a durable reference piece that remains cited in parental forums three years post-publication.
Blending nutrition science with time management strategies, this 2024 recipe collection features weeknight meals averaging 35-minute prep times. Dietitian-approved substitutions accommodate common allergies while maintaining flavor profiles. The article's lasting impact appears in its adoption by Ottawa school meal programs.
This 2025 piece marked Findlay's shift toward environmental family journalism, detailing urban wildlife conservation techniques for suburban households. Featuring interviews with ecologists and landscape architects, it provides blueprints for creating native plant gardens that double as outdoor classrooms.
Findlay consistently highlights products that combine play with skill development, as seen in her analysis of nature scavenger hunt kits [3]. Pitches should emphasize STEM alignment and accessibility features. Example: A winter birdwatching kit with adaptive binoculars for children with visual impairments.
Her recipe development prioritizes cost-effective ingredients without sacrificing nutritional value [2]. Successful pitches will demonstrate partnerships with food banks or school districts, particularly programs that involve children in meal preparation.
Findlay's wildlife gardening article [3] shows particular interest in hyperlocal conservation efforts. Pitch neighborhood projects that offer family volunteering opportunities, such as pollinator garden co-ops with child-friendly tools.
"Findlay's work transforms daily parenting challenges into opportunities for community building" - Canadian Association of Family Resource Programs
The 2023 Parent Media Excellence Award recognized her series on post-pandemic socialization strategies, which featured innovative reporting methods including longitudinal studies of playground usage patterns. Her acceptance speech emphasized the need for "journalism that respects the intelligence of caregivers."
