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Feb
15
2012

Community Natural Foods Highlights Local Growers!

by Jessica Filed in: Community Building, Food Choices, Local Business, Products & Services, Shopping

Community Natural Foods is currently working on a series of documentary style videos highlighting some of their amazing local growers and suppliers. The first of this series shines the spotlight on Highwood Crossing - a farm beautifully located between Okotoks and High River with the Highwood River running alongside the land....

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Dec
21
2011

Tips for Simplifying the Holidays!

by Jessica Filed in: Random Fun Stuff

The Centre for a New American Dream has published an article filled with GREAT ideas and tips for simplifying the holidays as submitted by their readers! A few of our favourites... “At home, we made a gratitude tree out of recycled cardboard and are decorating it day by day with...

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Dec
20
2011

Christmas Gift Idea #12

by Jessica Filed in: Products & Services

Need a last minute gift that will make anyone happy? Give the gift of pampering! There is nothing better than a relaxing afternoon at the spa.  Wait, no there is something better; not having to pay for it.  That's right!  Whether guys are buying for their girls, girls for their...

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Dec
19
2011

Christmas Gift Idea #11

by Jessica Filed in: Food Choices, Random Fun Stuff, Shopping

We all have those favourite places - the little shops, restaurants or boutiques that we frequent and absolutely LOVE, so why not share these little treasure with the ones we love the most? Consider a gift certificate to a place you really want someone else to try our. A few...

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Dec
16
2011

Christmas Gift Idea #10

by Kate Zago Filed in: Products & Services, Shopping

Share the Christmas Spirit with those in Need There are so many great charities and causes out there and if you're giving a donation in the name of a friend or family member for christmas its sometimes hard to decide which one they would choose.  Because we know this is...

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Dec
15
2011

Christmas Gift Idea #9

by Kate Zago

If (like us!) you're way too aware of the effects that items such as chocolate, chocolate and manufactured goods can have on the countries where they're made, consider fair trade gifts.  In some cases, items may be a bit more expensive, but you'll be paying a truer cost of the...

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Dec
14
2011

Christmas Gift Idea #8

by Jessica Filed in: Products & Services, Random Fun Stuff

Christmas Gift Idea #8 - Skill building for fun. It is very easy to be focused on those skills that we perceive get us further ahead in our careers and networks. Whether it is courses, certificate or seminars, we will pay the money and take the time to keep us...

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Dec
13
2011

Christmas Gift Idea #7

by Kate Zago

Why not enter the world of DIY (Do it yourself), flex those creative muscles, and make a few presents for family & friends.  This can be one of the most thoughtful forms of gift giving because it shows the recipient that they’re worth the time and effort - and feels...

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Dec
12
2011

Christmas Gift Idea #6

by Sarah Begg

Gizmos and gadgets can keep people entertained for a bit of time until the boredom sets in.  So if the novelty of things can wear out quickly, why not try giving a different kind of entertainment.  While we might be quick to spend money on "stuff", some might find it...

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Dec
09
2011

Christmas Gift Idea #5

by Jessica Filed in: Products & Services, Shopping

Warning: Shameless self-promotion :) Green Calgary's store is smaller than it used to be, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in quality! We have a lot of incredible items that would make wonderful and thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list! Rain Barrels and composters are...

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