Northern living sometimes requires some important and unique skills. For example, operating a chainsaw if you rely on wood heat. The CBC's Nancy Thompson tracked down a chainsaw expert for some tips.

A jointer and planer are mechanically similar; a set of knives powered by a motor and removing stock from the board’s surface. There is often a bit of confusion between the functions of the two ...

This video answers the common question of whether to buy a planer or a jointer first, recommending the planer due to its versatility and the ability to substitute for a jointer using jigs. Video ...