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David Suzuki’s Climate Warning: “It’s Too Late” Still Means Action Recently, David Suzuki — the voice of Canadian environmentalism for half a century — made headlines when he told iPolitics that the fight against climate change is lost. (Read the article here). That’s a gut punch. When the man who has spent decades ringing the […]
The Emergency Back-up Pantry – What Does Yours Look Like? What does your pantry look like? Do you have one? I don’t think you need to ask why you need one. A backup pantry isn’t a bunker or a hoard of beans. It’s a sensible stash of food and supplies that helps you handle storms, […]
DIY Green Roofs – Step-by-Step Primer This system turns wasted rooftop space into a living, breathing ecosystem that insulates your home, cuts cooling bills, and gives pollinators a pit stop. All without needing heavy construction. Before You Begin: What to Check on a Flat Roof A flat roof can be an excellent spot for a […]
Apartment Living DIY Balcony Green Roof: A Step-by-Step Guide You don’t need to own a building or have deep pockets to enjoy the benefits of a garden. With a few smart choices, you can turn your balcony (or safe flat rooftop area) into a mini-green garden using containers. Think of it as a portable patch […]
Microplastics Part 2 – Toxins in Our Bodies Fast Facts Plastic in Our Bodies: How It Gets In, What We Carry, and Why It Matters Plastic pollution is no longer just an environmental issue—it’s becoming a health issue. Tiny plastic fragments—known as microplastics and nanoplastics—are showing up in our air, water, food, and even in […]
Plastic Part 3 – Facts & Figures & Politics Plastic Waste Some of the latest figures show where we are and how fast change is needed. So the problem is big, growing, and difficult to solve purely via recycling or waste management alone. What Canada Is Doing: Laws, Regulations, Reporting & Local Action Here are […]
Plastic Part 1: Why We Should Stop Using It—and Why We Can’t Plastic is one of those maddening inventions. On one hand, it’s cheap, durable, and everywhere. On the other, it’s choking our oceans, harming wildlife, and leaving behind a toxic legacy that will outlast every human alive today. So why don’t we just stop […]
We spend most of our time indoors, and that means we’re breathing in dust, VOCs (volatile organic compounds from paints and cleaners), and everyday household pollutants. While no plant will replace an air filter entirely, bringing greenery inside does make a difference. Plants absorb carbon dioxide, release oxygen, and some even break down toxins. Plus, […]
Green Roof Projects: From Precautions to Possibilities A flat roof is more than just a lid on your home; it’s potential. Whether you dream of fresh herbs, clean solar power, or a quiet place to unwind, your roof can be reworked into valuable, sustainable space. But before hauling bags of soil or calling a solar […]
Windows That Work: Saving and Creating Energy at Home Windows are more than just a way to see outside. They’re one of the biggest energy drains and one of the best opportunities to improve efficiency at home. The right upgrades can keep heat in during winter, block unwanted heat in summer, and even generate electricity. […]