The Link Between Household Food Insecurity & Health Care Costs in Canada
A recent study was released early in the summer, indcating a causation relationship between household food insecurity and increased health care costs in Canada. The data was compiled in a joint effort between the University of Toronto, the University of Illinois, and other qualified parties without endorsements or competing interests. In summation, the study evidenced that total health […]
Good Children’s Books on Nutrition & Healthy Eating 2016
When it comes to learning, nothing beats a good children’s book. While there are many helpful apps available to teach your kids about health and wellness, a book can be an engaging resource. So, we are taking the opportunity to add to our past article on top gardening books for kids, with a glance at […]
Grow Your Own Antioxidants in Your Backyard or Community Garden
Antioxidants are molecules that inhibit the production of free radicals. These free radicals can lead to chain reactions which ultimately damage cells in the human body. Many consider antioxidants essential to maintaining your health and according to several studies including the study from Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences it states that antioxidants may aid in disease prevention. If you’re considering […]
Best Plants & Vegetables to Grow in Cold Weather for Your Urban Garden
Does your garden look like this in the winter? Managing an urban garden in climates that experience cold autumns/winters is a challenge. Carefully selecting which crops to plant will be instrumental in the longevity of your community garden project. Our Foundation released an article on which plants suit temperate conditions, while today we focus on […]
Best Learning Apps for Kids 2016 – Gardening, Sustainability, Fitness & More
Recent studies have shown that over 60% of children under the age of 12 have their own mobile device. In Canada, nearly 25% of children ages nine and 10 have their own smartphone. In 2016 these numbers will only grow. With the new year around the corner many parents and teachers are pondering which apps they should delete, […]
How to Brighten Up Your Urban Garden and Keep Kids Engaged
Is your community garden looking a little bland? While your community/urban garden may be colorful enough in the blooming spring and summer months the latter half of the year can look (and feel) a little dreary. This can have an influence on the psyche of younger gardeners, those who require a little extra stimulus to […]
7 Tips to Starting a Daycare / Preschool Garden
There is a lot of media attention surrounding community gardening as it applies to seniors, adults, college students, and adolescents alike. There is also a lot of information available to these parties on how to manage urban gardening projects. However, when it comes to preschool and daycare aged levels this content is not as readily […]
5 Outdoor Learning Experiences and Activities for Kids in the Fall Season
Summer is a perfect time of the year for outdoor learning. But just because the temperature has dropped and leaves have changed their tone doesn’t mean that your kids’ learning experiences need to be relegated to a classroom setting. In fact, autumn is a wondrous time of the year for outdoor education and activities in […]
How to Get More Out of Your Community Garden Program
Are you managing a community garden or urban farm? Are you considering starting one? If so, you probably have a singular goal in mind for the project. For instance, many are started as an initiative to add more greenspace to a neighborhood. Whatever the purpose, you may not have anticipated other options that can further […]
How to Prepare Your Community Garden for Autumn
Autumn is coming. While fall is harvesting season it also marks an important transition period for your community garden. The work that needs to be done now not only prepares your plot for the season at hand, but for the ones to follow. This care will ensure that your garden remains healthy for years to […]