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Back to School: Packing a Litter-less Lunch

Posted on August 30, 2015

It's that time of year...back to school! Did you know that a student's lunch waste can add up to over 30 kgs/school year? That can add up to thousands of kgs per school each year. While stocking up on school supplies, we'd encourage yo…

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5 Simple Sustainable Food Tips

Posted on August 24, 2015

We’re approaching harvest season here in #YYC, which is a great time to talk about food sustainability. Making green food choices not only helps out the environment, but our health and local economy too! 1. Canning & preserves: Wi…

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Be A Green Tourist In #YYC (Part 2)

Posted on August 17, 2015

Last week we featured ways to have a great stay-cation. But there were so many awesome things to do in Calgary, we had trouble fitting it all in one blog. So here's part 2!1. Have Fun and Give Back: It’s a win-win deal when volunteerin…

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Be A Green Tourist In #YYC (Part 1)

Posted on August 10, 2015

With all the great weather that summer brings (minus the occasional hail!), it's time to think about taking some time for yourself and your family. Usually the plan includes rest and relaxation away and abroad but we've put together so…

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7 Ways to Green Your Summer Road Trip Experience

Posted on August 2, 2015

Summer is definitely the time to hit the open road and do some exploring of those places beyond what we know. We don’t doubt you’re already environmentally conscious, but we also know sometimes it can be difficult to continue being gre…

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