Written by Caileigh Flannigan It is a disappointing thing to see new playgrounds developed in city spaces sit there empty each day, or to walk in the park and hear no laughter. What is missing here is not the children per ...
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Written by Chris McLaughlin We all enjoy the food, beauty, relaxation, and entertainment that gardens provide. But have you ever thought of planting a garden as a form of self-expression? A garden space that reflects your personality and style is a ...
Read More »Mental Health Benefits Of The Outdoors
Written by Amy Whitley The mental health benefits of exercise are well documented, known to reduce stress and increase “feel good” hormones like dopamine. But many of us seeking better mind-body heath overlook the benefits found in simply spending time outdoors. ...
Read More »How To Shop Sustainably In The Spring
(NC) We all need to eat, so why not consume in a way that protects the environment, promotes personal health and supports rural communities? Shopping sustainably isn’t as hard as you think. By simply changing a few of your purchasing ...
Read More »Ten Nature-inspired Activities For The Whole Family
You don’t have to go far to find entertaining summer activities the whole family will love. TD Friends of the Environment Foundation has 10 fun and green activities for all ages that are perfect for a summer’s day. 1. Hop ...
Read More »Receding Reefs: Understanding And Protecting Our Coral Ecosystems
Coral reefs are incredibly important to the diversity and health of our oceans. Making up only 0.2 percent of our oceans, but containing around a quarter of all marine fish species, coral reefs are second only to rainforests in biodiversity ...
Read More »Trendy Gardens Are Adding Lots Of Colour This Year
(NC) There’s nothing like colour to bring life back to our outdoor spaces – and doing that with flair starts with imagination. How do you envision the beauty of your property this summer, be it the patio, the deck, your ...
Read More »5 Ways To Save Money And Save The Planet
(NC) This Earth Day (April 22), why not commit to exploring different ways to conserve electricity in your home? Conserving electricity will not only help to reduce the overall demand on the province’s electricity system – but will also keep ...
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