Urban and community gardens are popping up all over the continent. Parks, schoolyards, and condominium rooftops alike are being decorated with seed and soil, creating a self-sustaining environment that spans beyond what’s trendy. Born from both the challenge of...
Many parents and guardians get their kids involved in outdoor activities during spring break, yet retreat indoors when schedules return to normal. It’s important to realize that your children respond well to stimuli in the outside environment, especially when...
Have you been pondering a plot of land in your neighborhood? Have you been wanting to do something that would benefit the entire community? Thousands of Canadians (newcomers included) are involved in urban gardening projects around the country, and for a good reason....
In our previous post “Why you should really care about seed preservation?”, we mentioned how seed preservation is critical to sustainable development and food security. If you’re curious to find out more about seed preservation or attend a seed exchange meeting here...
Calcium is essential to your child’s development. It is necessary for the growth and maintenance of their bones and teeth and helps with nerve functioning and muscle contraction among other benefits. When you think of calcium and children, dairy products likely...
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...