I spent two years living in Australia. While I was there I saw my fair share of natural disasters—floods and fires happened every now and then, and extreme heat warnings were no joke. But no matter the time of year or where I happened to be in the country, water conservation was always at the top of … [Read more...]
Where Are All Bees In The City?
We seem to be hearing more bees lately in the news which prompts our kids to ask many questions. I'm digging on the internet so I can better explain the importance of bees, what they do, and why we shouldn't be afraid of them. So what's the buzz? (Pardon my pun.) First off there are two kinds … [Read more...]
What Does Artisanal Mean When It Comes To Beauty Products?
We hear the words artisanal a lot these days but when it comes to beauty what does that mean? For Candice Suchocki Weir, founder of Canadian Indie beauty brand, Jordan River Soapworks, it means much more than just hand-made. "Artisanal is a way of life," explains Candice. "We love making a … [Read more...]
How To Get A Healthy Summer Glow Naturally
We're getting into the better weather and shedding off layers and layers of sweaters and coats. We all want to lighten up what we wear including what we put on our face. But how do we achieve that awesome summer skin glow without too much fussing? Michelle W. Book, a Holistic nutritionist trained … [Read more...]
The 10 Latest Cottage Season Must-Haves
For those of you who are fortunate enough to have a summer retreat (where's my invite?), it may be time to consider what needs a refresh to take you through the season of lots of relaxing and entertaining. Cottaging is definitely a favourite Canadian past-time and one that friends and family want to … [Read more...]
Why Tea Tree Oil Should Be In Your Family’s First Aid Kit
it is really important to incorporate natural ingredients into your daily routine when it comes to skin and healthcare. And it seems like tea tree oil is the latest buzz word on the natural skin care and first aid front. I reached out to Shannon O'Brien, Founder of Abundance Naturally. Shannon … [Read more...]
What To See At The Interior Design Show #IDS15
Spring is just around the corner, I promise! But while we wait, you'll can check out the Interior Design Show, January 22-25, 2015 at the Metro Convention Centre. Under one massive roof you'll discover the latest in home design trends, decor, technology and innovations for all corners of your home. … [Read more...]
Sustainable Lifestyle & Best Designer Consignment Shops
When you have time to think and assess life, ever wonder what you can do to make the world a better place? I'm not talking about massive changes—unless you want to, of course. But what manageable steps can we take in our lives, right now? How can we adjust our everyday lifestyle to do our part for … [Read more...]
Into The Garden They Grow With Tara Nolan
The other day my little one quickly rushed out to the garden with a spade in his hand. He jumped into his wellies and went marching into the garden. Turns out that he wanted to plant another seed from the nectarine he had just happily devoured. He'll try and remember to water the spots where he's … [Read more...]
Father’s Day Gifts For The Hard-To-Buy-For Dad
Let's face it, Father's Day is not as easy as Mother's Day. Dads are quite content chillaxing on a quiet afternoon but we all still want to honour the dads in our lives anyway, right? I've been keeping tabs on some neat things that you may want to consider for this upcoming Father's … [Read more...]
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