How to keep pets from causing home fires

Both cats and dogs can get excited around sudden loud noises, visitors and potential fire hazards in the home. Excited pets can pose a safety…

Head: Things to consider before lighting up your fireplace this winter

A warm fire can make even the coldest winter day more enjoyable. Fireplaces may not get much use in spring or summer, but come late…

Keep your four-legged family members safe around houseplants

Houseplants bring a lot into a home. Colour, extra oxygen, life, improved concentration and can even help reduce stress. Who wouldn’t want a plant or…

Why we should save the bees

In recent years, there has been a growing concern among beekeepers and environmentalists about the rapid decline of honeybees. Just last year alone, Ontario beekeepers…

Everlasting Tree School: nurturing mindfulness for a healthier planet

Living a waste-less lifestyle can be a challenge for any individual. It demands time, commitment and effort in our already busy lives. However, these sacrifices…

Upcycling: an awesome way to recycle

Last week we talked about the importance of including recycling in your overall waste management plan. This week, we’re going to talk about another important…

How to Recycle

As the summer quickly approaches, there is no excuse to get outside, enjoy the fresh air and sort all the recycling that you may have…

Recycle yard waste into valuable compost

Composting may be a person’s first foray into an eco-friendly lifestyle. Compost is a nutrient-rich natural fertilizer that some people refer to as “black gold.”…