Spring cleaning… but nowhere to take your donations? This is the situation many of us are finding ourselves in the midst of a global pandemic. In other crises like floods or fires, people want to do, to give, but now the most helpful thing to do is to be patient and hang on to your … Continue reading Hang on to help out
A Low-Waste Recipe for a Clean Yoga Mat
With gyms and yoga studios being temporarily closed, I’ve started more intense at-home workouts that have turned my yoga mat into a full purpose work out mat. With this increased use, I started thinking it might require a solid whip down. Not wanting to use harsh chemicals or buy a new cleaner, I opted for … Continue reading A Low-Waste Recipe for a Clean Yoga Mat
Zero Waste Easter Eggs
Easter is one of my favourite holidays. Around the world it is one of the most significant religious occasions, celebrated in so many amazing colourful ways. Landing each year in late March or early April, it’s no wonder we’ve also come to associate the time with Spring, a time of new life and new beginnings. … Continue reading Zero Waste Easter Eggs
Zero-wasting From a Distance
Times are tough, things are uncertain and questions are being left unanswered, hanging in limbo. However, this forced adaptation to a new way of living is bringing fresh ideas and exciting opportunities all across our city. From individuals discovering new hobbies at home to workplaces shifting perspective on productivity of work-from-home options to small businesses … Continue reading Zero-wasting From a Distance
Three tips to help you always remember your reusable bags
You arrive at the self-checkout, groceries spilling from your cart. You scan your first item – dang! You forgot your reusable bags. Again. Despite our best intentions, this is a familiar scenario. Fortunately, research in behaviour change and habit formation can help you to remember your reusable bags, every time. 1. Use a prompt. … Continue reading Three tips to help you always remember your reusable bags
3 ways to give waste-free this Valentine’s Day
Whether you are celebrating your long-time relationship, hanging out with your best friend, or giving your first gift to your new crush, here are three zero-waste gift ideas this Valentine’s Day at any price range. Act of Service Only loving partners and best friends go to the trouble of helping out with a nasty chore. … Continue reading 3 ways to give waste-free this Valentine’s Day