Advertise on A\J

A\J – Canada's Environmental Voice

Sustainable Living

Learn how and why to consume more responsibly, make informed stewardship choices and find greater harmony with the planet.

$frippes vintage à motifs | © Laurent Hamels \ Fotolia.com$

Swap Before You Shop

Our top tips for a successful clothing swap.

(Photo: a reflection of a village in a body of water)

Managing Stormwater on Your Property

The Clean Foundation's guide to preventing flooding in your yard and harvesting rainwater for your gardens.

$Quiz Bags \ Jonathan Barker$

Quiz: Find Out How your Shopping Style Affects the Environment

Tailor-made tips to reduce your impacts.

$Photo © poligonchik \ Fotolia.com$

Are You a GINK? The Case for "Green Inclinations, No Kids"

Having a child more than quintuples your carbon legacy. That gives a whole new meaning to the concept of "green sex."

Recent Video

Minjimendan, Garden of Remembering

more videos

Recently Published
Most Viewed

Documentary Review: The Rainmakers of Nganyi (plus film link!)

Nov 02 2016 | IN Weather | REVIEWED BY Jacqueline Ouellette

Queen's Solar Design Team's autonomous house

Home Sweet Solar Home

Dec 1969 | IN | BY Veronika Szostak

Online exclusive

The Queen’s Solar Design Team at Queen’s University tackles a new challenge: building an autonomous home capable of surviving the Canadian winter.

Seeds of Change

Oct 2016 | IN 42.3 Belonging | BY Veronika Szostak

Full article available online

Join an environmental group in your community. Here are four (of so many) in Waterloo Region.

Sep 2016 | IN 42.2 Coming Home | BY Drew Copeland

Full article available online

Metro Vancouver is cultivating a better climate for urban agriculture.

Indigenous Housing: Towards a model supporting community health

Sep 2016 | IN 42.2 Coming Home | BY Dr. Shelagh McCartney

Online exclusive

Housing issues in Canada’s Indigenous communities have been well documented for decades without any positive changes.

Clapping fans enjoying a reading

A\J & Word On The Street Toronto 2016

Sep 06 2016 | IN Volunteers | BY A\J Staff

Fishways: Baffles and Battles - Summer Reading Series

Aug 16 2016 | IN Wildlife | BY Andrew Torry

Andrew Torry investigates the political and ecological debate surrounding fish and culverts, focusing his analysis on Craig Creek in northern Ontario.

Web Exclusive: DIY Pop-Can Solar Heater

Jan 2013 | IN Lifecycles 39.1 | BY Julie Bélanger

Full article available online

Our 'Canned Heat' article shows you how aluminum-can solar heaters work – now learn more about building one yourself!

Woman checking for toxic ingredients in beauty products. Alternatives Journal.

Is There Formaldehyde in Your Shampoo?

May 15 2013 | IN Health | BY Jessica Burman

We wrap up our series on toxins in every day products with this scary carcinogen and allergen.

DIY homemade deodorants with baking soda and cornstarch

Stop Buying Deodorant

Apr 17 2014 | IN Health | BY Laura McDonald

Mix up a DIY version in just five minutes that will keep you dry and stink-free using ingredients you already have in your kitchen.

$cleaning with lemon, vinegar, baking soda and borax A\J AlternativesJournal.ca$

Guide to Natural Spring Cleaning

Mar 26 2014 | IN Waste | BY Green Living Online

Ditch the chemicals and deep clean your home the healthy way.

Oil Palm Concession in Riau, Sumatra

How Not to Contribute to Palm-Driven Deforestation

Aug 11 2014 | IN Food | BY Jessica Burman

Our demand for this cheap oil is devastating ecosystems around the globe. Here’s how to look for it on food and household product labels.

$shoe recycling A\J AlternativesJournal.ca$

The Green Athlete: Where Do Old Shoes Go To Die?

Jul 10 2013 | IN Waste | BY Jessica Kuepfer

Learn how to recycle or donate your worn-out runners through these helpful organizations.

The Problems with Parabens

Mar 08 2013 | IN Health | BY Jessica Burman

In the first of a series on troublesome chemicals in everyday products, Jessica Burman gives the low-down on parabens.

Current Issue

43.3/4 Education & Fashion

43.3/4 Education & Fashion

Advertise on A\J

Twitter

Join an immersive educational experience with us through free virtual reality tours on Wednesday Feb 19th 2020 in D… https://t.co/yRBU7MKCCO — 5 weeks 6 days ago
RT @noahjlpro: Situation has been resolved, apparently the Minister's police detail may have followed the group to the community c… https://t.co/VjnjwUMEYn — 6 weeks 2 days ago
RT @noahjlpro: Sources suggest that OPP officers have shown up with several cruisers and possibly a bus with officers. no confirmation yet. — 6 weeks 2 days ago

Facebook

Latest Blog Posts

SIGNS OF THE TIME

Posted Feb 10, 2020

in A\J Special Delivery

This is your brain on shrubs

Posted Apr 22, 2019

in A\J Special Delivery

Wonders of the Sea – an A\J Q & A with Jean-Michel Cousteau

Posted Mar 25, 2019

in A\J Special Delivery

Advertise on A\J

Education

2014 Education Guide
Environmental degree programs.

Academic Integration program
Use A\J in the classroom.

The Green Student
Student writing from across the country.

Careers

Job Database

There aren't currently any jobs listed. Please check back regularly, as new jobs are frequently posted.

Reviews

Latest Review

Uninhabitable Earth: Life After Warming

Having an awareness of the worst possible climate change scenarios can be motivating rather than...