Washi tape
Switch to Washi Tape Regular scotch tape is made with plastic and is non recyclable.… Read More
-Conscious Consumer-
Every buying decision you make has an impact on the world. Start wielding that power for good.
Donate your paint
Donate your paint Did you know that Habitat for Humanity ReStores takes leftover housepaint? They… Read More
Slow food movement
Join the slow food movement Slow Food is a global, grassroots movement, started in 1989… Read More
Clean fifteen
Shop the clean fifteen Have you heard about the clean fifteen and the dirty dozen?… Read More
Eat organic when you can
Eat organic when you can It’s true that organic food is generally more expensive but… Read More
Ditch shopping activity
Ditch shopping as an activity It’s time to ditch shopping as a way to just… Read More
Make a zero waste kit
Make a zero waste kit For when you are out and about, it’s a good… Read More
DIY beeswax wraps
Make your own beeswax wraps We all know we need to reduce our plastic use,… Read More
Do the 30 wears test
Do the 30 wears test One of the things you can ask yourself when you’re… Read More
Examine the packaging
Examine the packaging We are all trying to buy more eco friendly these days and… Read More
Buy beeswax candles
Buy beeswax candles Conventional candles are made out of paraffin, a petroleum residue. Not only… Read More
Buy experience gifts for loved ones
Buy experience gifts for your loved ones Do you want to reduce your environmental impact… Read More
Shop small
Shop small Whenever you buy from a small business, you are supporting someone’s dreams. You… Read More
Switch to a menstrual cup
Switch to a menstrual cup Not only will you save thousands of tampons and other… Read More
Join a toy library
Join a toy library Community centres and other social services for families often have toy… Read More
Take back Black Friday
Take back Black Friday #takebackblackfriday is a global movement calling on people to change the… Read More
Buy repairable products
Buy repairable products Before you buy a new toy or electronic device, try checking to… Read More
Try visible mending
Try visible mending Visible mending is becoming more popular these days, which is so fun.… Read More
Be a conscious consumer
Be an ethical consumer You have an impact each time you buy something and you… Read More
Try loose leaf tea
Try loose leaf tea Did anyone read that horrifying article about the BILLIONS of microplastics… Read More
Switch to bamboo toothbrushes
Switch to bamboo toothbrushes In the US, 1 BILLION plastic toothbrushes are thrown out each… Read More
Rent your special occasion clothes
Rent your special occasion clothes The fashion industry is one of the most resource-intensive industries… Read More
Cook with cast iron
Cook with cast iron People have been cooking with cast iron for hundreds of years… Read More
DIY lip balm
Make your own lip balm Conventional lip balms are often full of manmade chemicals that… Read More
Use cloth napkins
Use cloth napkins Why are we still using paper napkins? It’s madness to keep spending… Read More
plant based diet benefits
Eat for the future The EAT-Lancet report was released at the beginning of 2019 and… Read More
Choose eco friendly school supplies
Buy eco friendly school supplies It’s that time of year again. Parents are thinking about… Read More
Deep sea mining
Understand the consequences of deep sea mining The deep sea floor is thought to contain… Read More
EWG app
Use the EWG Healthy Living App The Environmental Working Group (EWG ) has an amazing… Read More
DIY deodorant
Make your own deodorant It is dead easy to make your own deodorant. It’s just… Read More
Seek out unpackaged food
Have an impact on how much plastic your local grocery store uses.
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Do plastic-free July
Try plastic free July to learn new habits about living plastic free.
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Know jewellery sources
Learn why you should be asking your favourite brands about how they source the minerals in their jewelry.
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Darn your socks
It’s easy to darn (fix) those holes in your socks.
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Be wary of antibacterial products
Learn why the future of the human race depends on your stopping the use of antibacterial products.
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Degradable vs compostable plastic
Learn the important differences between degradable and compostable plastic.
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Travel locally
Learn why you should consider travelling locally.
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Phthalates in food
Learn how and why you should write your favourite food brands about if they test for phthalates.
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Protect your personal info on your phone
Learn about how to protect your personal info on your phone.
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Stop buying balloons
Learn why you shouldn’t buy balloons and what you can buy instead for your kids.
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