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Author Articles

Tulips growing in the Fraser Valley in BC, Canada.

VALENTINE’S DAY means that thousands of Canadians will be heading to the florist to purchase the classic symbol of undying love – a bouquet of roses. Flowers are also a...
drying herbs A\J AlternativesJournal.ca

FRESH HERBS are a wonderful addition to salads, soups and dishes of all kinds. Growing your favourites at home is inexpensive and convenient, but does require a little TLC. We...
kitchen cupboards A\J AlternativesJournal.ca

THE KITCHEN is a great place to start greening your home. If you’re already stacked with Energy Star-certified appliances and low-flow fixtures, follow these smart and easy tips for a...
organic cotton © luminastock - Fotolia.com A\J AlternativesJournal.ca

1. Buy lessShop only when you absolutely love or need something. Use your newfound free time to pursue other interests. 2. Shop your closetGet organized: separate items that can be repaired...

Authors Blog

Bicycle commuter riding next to a bus.
The average Canadian spends 26 minutes getting to work each morning, according to Statistics Canada. Considering that we’re a nation of drivers (82 per cent of commuters travel to work...
Nursery with shelves, a crib, couch and skylights.
As you prepare to welcome your newest family addition, it’s a lot of fun to make baby’s room as cute as they are bound to be. It’s a room in...
Common lilacs make great water-saving flowers for your garden
With summer’s intense heat and family vacation season on the way, chances are your garden is going to be neglected at one point or another. As a result, more gardeners...
cleaning with lemon, vinegar, baking soda and borax A\J AlternativesJournal.ca
Aaaah spring. Time to open the windows and get that stagnant winter air out of our homes. We make lists and lofty goals to get our windows cleaned, baseboards washed...
Remodelling a small bathroom to save energy and resources.
Replacing working fixtures for the sake of getting energy efficient ones is rarely the most sustainable option, because it ignores the energy and resources that go into making them in the first...
winter biking basics A\J AlternativesJournal.ca
By Anil KanjiWinter cycling is no longer the domain of daring bicycle couriers or mountain biking aficionados. With rising gas prices, environmental footprint concerns, and improved infrastructure for city riding,...
Food label awareness. Photo © Art Allianz \ Fotolia.com
Being an informed grocery shopper can be hard work. Everywhere you look, companies are trying to sell you on how “natural” and “eco-friendly” their products are. Often, it can be...
cacao honey quinoa healthy food swaps A\J AlternativesJournal.ca
Eating healthy doesn’t necessarily mean completely overhauling your diet. Small changes can add up. Keep these eight better choices in mind when you plan meals. Eating healthy doesn’t necessarily mean...
candles toxins A\J AlternativesJournal.ca
The romantic allure of the scented aromatherapy candle has seduced many of us. But unless you're lighting the right candle, you may actually be polluting the air in your home....
winery eco-friendly travel voluntour A\J AlternativesJournal.ca
Travel has the power to open our minds and deepen our appreciation of the world we live in. As we explore, it’s up to us to travel responsibly and tread...