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Loblaws Commitment to Sustainably Sourced Seafood

Monica Parlee — Mon, 04 Nov 2013 20:08:09 +0000

As many of you are aware, our marine environments are currently under immense stress. The problems arise primarily through human impact on the environment, such as over fishing and environmental destruction. (Photo Attribution) In the past, much of our seafood was obtained through irresponsible fishing practices that altered many marine ecosystems; this practice has resulted in record depleted […]

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~ REMINDER ~ Earth Hour is this Saturday, March 23rd from 8:30pm – 9:30pm

Monica Parlee — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:40:03 +0000

Hundreds of millions of people, businesses and governments around the world unite each year to support the largest grassroots environmental event in history – Earth Hour. Earth Hour asks individuals, businesses and governments around the world to turn off their lights for one hour to support urgent action on climate change. This year, Earth Hour […]

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National Sweater Day is February 7th, Have You Booked Your Granny?

Monica Parlee — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 20:37:55 +0000

WWF is creating solutions to the most serious conservation challenges facing our planet, helping people and nature thrive. Participating in National Sweater Day is just one way to reduce wasteful consumption. On Feb 7th, lower your heat and put on your favorite sweater to take action against climate change and work towards a sustainable future. […]

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National Sweater Day is February 7th and WWF Wants You!

Monica Parlee — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 04:10:08 +0000

National Sweater Day is February 7th and WWF wants you to lower your heat and wear a sweater, to conserve energy and take action against climate change. To make sure you don’t forget, sign up for your very own reminder call, text or email from a real live Granny. WWF is creating solutions to the most […]

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Submit An Essay About Your School’s Green Initiatives to Win a $25,000 Computer Labs! (Living Green)

Monica Parlee — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 04:01:00 +0000

Staples know you care about the environment and so do they. Submit an essay about your school’s green initiatives and you could win 1 of 10 computer labs values at $25,000. The Staples Canada Recycle for Education program in collaboration with Earth Day Canada is giving away ten computer labs across Canada, valued at $25,000 […]

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What Can I Do With All That Gift Wrap Paper?? {LivingGreen}

Monica Parlee — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 01:26:20 +0000

Christmas will soon be here ..4 more sleeps!! Are you wondering what you will do with all that wrapping paper? Photo attribution: AussieGold (CC) You can carefully remove it and then reuse it…let’s face it; this probably won’t be happening on Christmas morning!! Unless it’s the kind that has foil or some kind of waxy lining, most paper, including gift wrap […]

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Real vs Artificial {Living Green}

Monica Parlee — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 00:17:22 +0000

Real vs Artificial ~ For many years I felt guilty buying a real tree. I felt I was, in essence, killing a living thing and depleting a much needed natural resource. Deep down I knew most, if not all, tree growers practiced a one out, one in system to ensure a constant supply of trees, but, I was still racked with guilt. […]

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Looking for an Eco-Friendly gift? Give a gift that means the world! {Living Green}

Monica Parlee — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 04:01:11 +0000

GIVE A GIFT THAT MEANS THE WORLD When you symbolically adopt a species at risk, you’re giving an extraordinary gift while supporting WWF’s conservation efforts. Help make a difference around the world. Give the gift that keeps on giving. In addition to feeling good about your gift, you will also receive an applicable tax receipt. […]

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Your poor water heater is cold, put a jacket on it! {Living Green}

Monica Parlee — Sat, 17 Nov 2012 04:01:13 +0000

Tip # 57 Put a jacket on your water heater The water coming into your home is colder this time of year taking more energy to heat. If your water heater is stored in a cooler area of your home that result in even additional energy to heat the water. Once the water is warm, it […]

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Green plants help to recycle and freshen the air you breath all winter long {Living Green}

Monica Parlee — Sat, 10 Nov 2012 04:05:47 +0000

Tip # 56 Invest in green plants to keep in the living room, the kitchen, bathroom and bedroom - Photo credit – tomhenrich flickr (CC) Green plants help to recycle and freshen the air you breath all winter long. Once your home is sealed, you need the plants to help remove toxins and stale air. […]

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