Queen of Green archives
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Companies won't disclose parfum ingredients
June 13, 2011Shouldn't we have a right to know about all of the ingredients in products we put on our bodies on a daily basis? The David Suzuki Foundation and supporters contacted 42 manufacturers of fragranced cosmetics to request information about unlisted fragrance ingredients in their products. More »
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Help wildlife babies stay wild
June 6, 2011June is a time for babies, especially baby birds. Do you know what to do if you come across a sick, injured, or orphaned wild animal? More »
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Protect yourself against sun and bugs
May 30, 2011This summer, protect yourself against sun and bugs. Choose a sunscreen without parabens and make yourself and your home unattractive to mosquitoes. More »
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Can small steps add up to big change?
May 23, 2011In the face of something as serious as climate change, can small steps like making your own laundry soap really make a difference? More »
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Queen of Green survey says...
May 16, 2011When the Queen of Green called, you answered. Thanks to all of you who took time out of your busy planet-saving lives to answer a recent Queen of Green survey. More »
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Be sensitive to those with Environmental Sensitivities
May 9, 2011There's being sensitive to the environment and then there are Environmental Sensitivities — a medical disability recognized by the Canadian Human Rights Commission. Find out why wearing scents is rendering some fellow Canadians virtually housebound. More »
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Green your vacation, try a staycation
May 2, 2011Make your next vacation a green one. Try a staycation. Your kids may call you cheap, but they'll get over it. Because you'll open their eyes to great things that are close to home. More »
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Do your kids school you about going green?
April 25, 2011Are your children teaching you about going green? Is your little one begging for a backyard compost bin or rain barrel of his or her very own? Or do you beg your kids to play outside, like you did once upon a time? More »
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I'm one person. Look what I can do!
April 18, 2011It's Earth week and five months since I "greened" The Smiths. This Alberta family of six knew there was more they could do for the planet but didn't know where to start. Take a look at them now! More »
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For the love of bees and butterflies
April 13, 2011Your yard can be much more than just a BBQing space or a place for the dog to lift his leg. This Earth month create habitat to welcome bees and butterflies. More »
