Climate Action

We are making resolutions to act for a healthy environment and climate. See below a wish list from climate advocacy organization Environmental Defence. You can take action now with Environmental Defence. Current actions include prioritizing climate, fighting plastic pollution, and a ban on “forever chemicals”. https://environmentaldefence.ca/take-action/

Are you moving to a more plant-based diet? Whether you are new to plant-based eating or looking to learn more, the Veganuary website has a wealth of FREE resources, ideas and excellent, simple recipes.  And a free cookbook! New habits start with a few steps. Sign up for Veganuary.  https:/m/veganuary.com/try-vegan/   And here is a recipe … Read more

The holiday season presents big challenges as we try to make greener choices and cut waste. Here are more suggestions. What to serve? We know that reducing consumption of animal products has a positive impact on our health and the health of the planet. And we want to serve dishes that are especially tasty and … Read more

Choosing Hope Here is a reversible poem in honour of our December theme, Choosing Hope.  First read the poem in the usual order. Then begin again, reading the last line first, then the second last line, etc. ‘til you reach the top line.  Let’s flip the script and choose hope.  (click on the image to … Read more

There are so many attractive, delicious and affordable ways to green up the holidays, reduce waste and save money. Below are a few favourites: From the Suzuki Foundation – Your green guide to celebrating holidays. https://davidsuzuki.org/living-green/your-guide-green-holidays/ And there’s Thriftmas- The etiquette of second-hand holiday gift giving. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/london/merry-thriftmas-the-etiquette-of-second-hand-holiday-gift-giving-1.7412963  Watch social media for articles over the coming weeks … Read more