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Why No Mow May Needs to Make a Comeback
Earth Day this year was all about the actions we can take as individuals to make a positive impact on our planet and work towards a more sustainable future. That’s why transitioning into No Mow May is a perfect way to keep the individual actions going. What is No Mow May? No Mow May was started in 2018 by a UK organization called Plantlife. It was started in an effort to promote the free growth of wildflowers and other lawn plants that can support wildlife and bees. The concept is simple: Don’t mow your lawn for the month of May. You can choose to not mow your entire lawn or…
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8 Sustainable Mother’s Day gift ideas you can make
A sustainable Mother’s Day is about more than skipping plastic—it’s about choosing thoughtful, low-impact ways to celebrate the people who care for us, whether that’s a mother, grandmother, or chosen family member. Each year, I struggle to find something meaningful that also won’t add clutter or waste. Traditional gifts—with excess packaging and short lifespans—never feel quite right. That’s why a more sustainable approach resonates with me: focusing on handmade gifts, reused or natural materials, and shared experiences. I haven’t decided what I’ll make yet, but all of these ideas feel like a step toward less waste and more meaning. Note: In Canada, Mother’s Day falls on the second Sunday in…
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Beeswax wraps: A practical guide + LOONMOON review
A practical swap: Are beeswax wraps worth it? The problem: The hidden cost of convenience Plastic wrap is one of those kitchen staples most of us use without a second thought—until we start noticing just how often it shows up. Cover a bowl, wrap a sandwich, store some leftovers – it adds up quickly. And unfortunately plastic wrap is hard to recycle thanks to food residue and its thin, clingy design, so most of it ends up in landfill. Beyond the waste, there’s also growing awareness around plastics and microplastics—not just in the environment, but in our food and bodies—which makes those small, everyday choices feel a bit more important.…
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9 Ways to Use Your Voice for Climate Action
Earth Day 2026 is just around the corner and this year’s theme is Our Power, Our Planet which is about the power we all have as individuals to make a difference. With that in mind, this week I’m looking at 9 ways to use your voice for climate action. Sometimes the world can make us feel small, but we are truly more powerful than we realize and our voices do make a difference. Use your voice for climate action Our Power, Our Planet is Earth Day 2026’s theme reflecting a fundamental truth: environmental progress doesn’t depend on any single administration or election. It’s sustained by daily actions of communities, educators,…
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6 Red Flags to Look Out for when Selling Items Online
I’ve been helping a friend downsize recently, which has resulted in a lot of online sales of their belongings. Selling things online has a lot of benefits, but it can also open us up to potential scams and people that are up to no good. I’ve seen a lot of good and bad behaviours over this last while, so am sharing some of the red flags I’ve been looking out for when selling my items online. Why I love selling items online Selling items online might not be for everyone, but I love doing it for so many reasons. Here are a few of them: 1. Stretch your budget –…
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9 surprising ways everyday life impacts the environment
We all like to think we’ve got a pretty good handle on how our everyday choices affect the environment. It often feels simple: some things are “good,” others are “bad.” Reusable bags? Good. Plastic? Bad. Eating plant-based? Better. Driving? Worse. But it’s not always that straightforward. Some choices that feel eco-friendly can come with hidden environmental costs, while other small, overlooked actions can actually make a bigger difference than we realize. That gap between what we think helps and what actually does is worth investigating so that we can continue to positively impact the world around us. Surprising things that may have a net harmful effect on the environment Surprising…
