Starting on January 1, 2026, Ontario recycling programs are changing. Read on to find out what’s changing and when the changes are happening.
The Sunday Spark – The Joy of Singing
As we light the joy candle on the Advent wreath, I reflect on the joy of singing with the choir at this time of year. Along with the joy of singing, this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark looks at reforestation drones, the impact of congestion pricing in New York City, and the fun of a recycled gift exchange.
Throwback Thursday – Regifting etiquette to make your holiday budget go further
Today’s Throwback Thursday post from 2021 discusses regifting etiquette, and how smart regifting can relieve some of the financial stress many people feel at this time of year.
It’s time for my November 2025 goals update
After lamenting the darkness and dreariness of November in last month’s update, November was a pleasant surprise with lots of sunshine and snow to brighten things up. Did that give a boost to my motivation? Find out in my November 2025 goals update.
The Sunday Spark – I wish you the peace of Christmas!
This week in The Sunday Spark, pondering ways to carve out time to put aside the world’s troubles and experience the true peace of Christmas. Plus: turning sewage into fuel, solar canals that save billions of gallons of water, and the connection between carbohydrates and healthy aging.
Christmas is coming…but feel free to wish me happy holidays!
As holiday preparations kick into high gear, it’s only a matter of time before the annual debate over Merry Christmas vs. Happy Holidays begins. Read on to find out why this discussion makes me shake my head, and why I’ll love it if you wish me happy holidays.
The Climate Change Collective needs you!
Since starting out in 2022, the Climate Change Collective series has featured 38 posts from 9 talented writers. In recent months, some of our regular contributors have taken a step back to focus on other priorities. This gives us an opportunity to welcome new writers to the group.
Inspiring reads in my November 2025 blog roundup
And just like that, the last month of 2025 is here. Along with a summary of my writing activity last month, my November 2025 blog roundup has terrific posts on the wisdom of age, an updated Christmas don’t want list, the value of a vision board, and rethinking our approach to post-secondary education.
The Sunday Spark – A season of hope
As Christians around the world light the first candle on the Advent wreath, today’s post shares reasons to be hopeful as Christmas approaches. In addition to celebrating this season of hope, this week’s edition looks at France’s new fast fashion law, Elphaba’s message of “green for good”, and upcycling used tires into noise barriers.
You are unique – No-one else can tell your story
What comes to mind when you hear the word legacy? Usually, people immediately jump to leaving behind physical and financial assets. But what about the wisdom you’ve gained over your lifetime? Today, I hope to inspire you to tell your story, because no-one else can do it like you.