Are compostable plastics really an environmentally friendly solution, or just another case of greenwashing? Find out in today’s Throwback Thursday post.
World Refill Day is an opportunity to think differently
It’s World Refill Day, a global day of awareness to prevent plastic pollution by accelerating the shift to systems designed for reuse and refill rather than single use. It’s an opportunity for all of us to take another look at the packaging waste on the products we use and resolve to do better.
Hidden joys and benefits of sustainable living
When I started this blog, my mantra was that sustainable living is about progress not perfection. A recent blog post from Cecilia at The Kitchen’s Garden made me pause and think about how my approach has evolved. As I pondered the question “What kind of environmentalist am I?”, I considered all the benefits of sustainable living. Read on to find out what I discovered.
6 ways to reduce the environmental cost of experiences
This post in the Climate Change Collective series explores the environmental cost of the experiences that have replaced material goods for many who want to simplify their lives. Read on to learn why we can’t ignore the impact, and for ways to reduce the environmental cost of experiences.
Have we forgotten about climate change?
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.
The Sunday Spark – The way we read has changed
Hearing that mass-market paperbacks were discontinued at the end of 2025 has me thinking about how the way we read has changed over the years. Learn more in this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark, along with Kitchener’s new energy-saving ice-making equipment, and a new study on Canadians’ views on climate change.
The Sunday Spark – Cheap flights and airline woes
Outrage over WestJet’s recent cabin configuration changes has me thinking how cheap flights are another symptom of our obsession with quantity over quality. Learn more in The Sunday Spark along with the connection between weight loss drugs and airline profits, the impact of climate change on the Winter Olympics, and doulas helping clients navigate extreme weather.