Over the last year, concerns about the economy and national sovereignty seem to have pushed climate change to the back burner for Canadians. Do Canadians still care about climate change? A new report released in February suggests they do.
17 ways to be green on St. Patrick’s Day
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Slainte! To mark the day when we celebrate the Emerald Isle and everyone is just a little bit Irish, I’ve got 17 ways to be green on St. Paddy’s Day (or any day).
Of course, I’m talking about being green in the eco-friendly sense but, in keeping with the theme of the day, I’ve kept the list as festive as possible.
Mom’s life lessons on simple living
Growing up, we learn valuable life lessons from our mothers, even if we don’t realize it at the time. To honour my mum, here are 10 things she taught me about waste reduction and eco-friendly living
Water shortage a wakeup call for all of us
Water is essential to life. Yet, here locally, this precious resource has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons as our region faces a water shortage. It’s a sobering reminder of the need to be mindful of how we consume the Earth’s resources.
Best homemade soup recipes to warm up winter
Is there any better comfort food than a hearty bowl of homemade soup in winter? To take the chill out of these late winter days, today’s post has seven of my favourite homemade soup recipes.
Throwback Thursday – Sustainable Valentine’s gifts that won’t break the bank
If you’re concerned about the environment, holidays always pose a challenge. Today’s Throwback Thursday post from 2021 has ideas for sustainable Valentine’s gifts to fit any budget.
Throwback Thursday – Are your spending habits costing the Earth?
Today’s Throwback Thursday post from 2023 discusses the environmental impact of our love of shopping. Find out how to get started on reducing your impact by revisiting your spending habits.
Is plastic free living an impossible dream?
Have we made any real progress in the war on single-use plastic? Is plastic free living just an impossible dream? Let’s look at where things stand and what’s next in terms of addressing the global plastic problem.
2026 changes to Ontario recycling programs
Starting on January 1, 2026, Ontario recycling programs are changing. Read on to find out what’s changing and when the changes are happening.
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.