I am on a quest to be more green in everything I do, even in the meals we eat. In a recent post I talked about the stress that our marine environments are currently facing. How in the past, much of our seafood was obtained through irresponsible fishing practices that altered many marine ecosystems and how this practice has resulted in record depleted stocks. In an effort to be more environmentally attuned we have started researching our seafoods sustainability before purchasing. If you … [Read more...]
Submit An Essay About Your School’s Green Initiatives to Win a $25,000 Computer Labs! (Living Green)
January 19, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
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. … [Read more...]
What Can I Do With All That Gift Wrap Paper?? {LivingGreen}
December 21, 2012 by · 3 Comments
Christmas will soon be here ..4 more sleeps!! Are you wondering what you will do with all that wrapping paper? … [Read more...]
10 Tips for a Greener Fall (and Winter) {Living Green}
November 3, 2012 by · 1 Comment
Photo credit - Muffinman 71xx (CC) I've been searching the web for some green tips for the fall and have come up with 10 great tips to share: … [Read more...]
Meet Norman, Eco-warrior!! {Living Green}
October 13, 2012 by · 4 Comments
Meet Norman. He's not your everyday housecat. Little by little he's helping to save our oceans. Learn more about Norman and his mission at http://www.wwf.ca/seafood. **{I was sent this video via the WWF, I'm not plugging Loblaws, just the cause!} … [Read more...]
Our volunteer shoreline cleanup! {Living Green}
September 21, 2012 by · 12 Comments
The last few weeks I have been blogging a lot about the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup. This past Sunday "I put my money where my mouth is", so to speak. Along with several awesome volunteers I took on the task of cleaning a local shoreline along the Gondola Point Beach. The funny thing is, at first glance the beach appeared quite pristine, however, once we started looking near the fringes of the sand we discovered quite a few unsavoury items. … [Read more...]
It’s time to grab your gloves and head to the beach! {Living Green}
September 14, 2012 by · 6 Comments
Grab your workgloves and head to the beach to participate in the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup! The official clean up runs from September 15th -30th and you can still sign up by visiting this interactive map to find a clean up near you. … [Read more...]
Impacts of Shoreline Litter on People {LIVING GREEN]
September 1, 2012 by · 2 Comments
Photo credit - SnemannBo Eide {Creative Commons - Flickr} " Marine litter. Littered shoreline." … [Read more...]
Reusable Brita® Bottles – The environmental and economical choice!
August 23, 2012 by · 6 Comments
As a nurse, I know how critical proper hydration is for both children and adults{as well as all living creatures}. During the hot summer months it is especially important to monitor hydration as excessive heat can quickly lead to dehydration. Also, many of you may know I try to be as environmentally friendly as possible. So, even though I enjoy the taste of filtered water; individual, throw away plastic bottles are not something I would ever purchase. … [Read more...]
Mark your calendars – September 15 – 23 is the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup {LIVING GREEN}
August 17, 2012 by · 1 Comment
Help keep our waters healthy for everyone The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup is about removing shoreline litter to help create healthy waters for everyone, including the wildlife and communities that depend on them. You can make a world of difference by joining Canadians from coast to coast to coast to clean up shoreline litter in your community. 2012 Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup Fact Sheet … [Read more...]
~ CLOSED ~ Adorable Lavish & Lime waste free lunch kit
August 15, 2012 by · 12 Comments
As many of you know I'm all about being green and that applies to packed lunches too. No need to use disposable containers or utensils when it is much more economical and infinitely better for the environment to pack a "waste-free' lunch. Check out how totally adorable these Lavish & Lime lunch kits are, you're kids will love them and you can feel good knowing you are helping the environment. … [Read more...]