Archived Green Tips
Bio-Friendly Gardening Tip!
Plant natural "bug repelling" plants and herbs in your garden such as marigolds, basil, chives, rosemary and thyme to create a luscious, bountiful BUG-FREE vegetable garden!
Support Your Community - Buy Local Produce
Help support your community and save the environment by purchasing from your local Ontario Farmer's Market! Locally-grown produce is healthier, saves energy, and supports small farms.
For more information on locating your local Farmer's Market click here: www.farmersmarketsontario.com/AboutUs.cfm
Green Shopping Tips
All stores in Toronto are now charging 5 cents for every plastic shopping bag provided. Many major grocery stores and retailers in the GTA and other areas are also charging 5 cents for their plastic bags.
Refer to our 3 helpful shopping tips on how to save yourself money and our planet one plastic bag at a time!
1. Bring reusable bags for shopping. Most grocery stores and some other stores now sell reusable bags for as low as 99 cents each. Keep them in your trunk or on your front seat so they are always handy.All stores in Toronto are now charging 5 cents for every plastic shopping bag provided. Many major grocery stores and retailers in the GTA and other areas are also charging 5 cents for their plastic bags.
Refer to our 3 helpful shopping tips on how to save yourself money and our planet one plastic bag at a time!
2. Buy and carry one of those ultra compact light mesh or nylon bags with you. They easily fit into your laptop case, purse or tote bag.
3. Use paper bags or re-use your old plastic bags for purchases. Just remember to keep them handy!
