Think about planting species of plants native to North America which thrive in our extremes of temperatures throughout the year, require little or no work to maintain, and attract a multitude of creatures which are an absolute joy to watch and share your space with, should you take the time to appreciate. There are many [...]
Food for Thought
I attended the Canadian Organic Conference Gala Evening Friday, February 26th; an evening which has traditionally kicked off a Saturday of workshops, lively conversation and information pertaining to Organic and Sustainable farming practices. It actually has the flavour of a country social where old friends and new gather to eat, laugh and share.
Dr. Wayne [...]
What is New of Environmental Note about Town?
Our wonderful cherished wetland sanctuary Cooper Marsh is hosting a fund raising event March 13-14 from 1 to 9 p.m. at The Visitor Centre. This will be a family friendly event which will have something of interest for the children and adults.
The funds raised will facilitate repairs [...]
Do you pay attention to where your purchases are made?
I am one who always checks where and with what my products are made before purchasing. Where a product is made is something that will affect my decision to purchase. I am absolutely astounded by the number of products on our store shelves which read ‘Made [...]
Greening Up Valentine’s Day
Many of our Holidays have become so commercialized in that we have become accustomed and brainwashed into spending all sorts of resources and in many cases have lost sight of the meaning of what the holiday is all about. The modern St. Valentine’s Day celebrations have roots in both ancient Christian and [...]
Light Pollution…What is that?
Have you ever noticed the glow in the night sky as you approach a city or subdivision? If you are a city dweller have you wondered where the stars have gone or why you cannot see the stars at night? The answer to these questions is light trespass or light pollution. This [...]
Is a natural product always earth friendly?
Some months ago we switched to recycled newspaper pellets, ‘Yesterday’s News’ for our furry felines as we came to realize that a simple natural clay substance wasn’t necessary the best choice for our home environment or for our earth.
According to Wikipedia about 2 million tons of cat [...]
Are you flushing precious resources down the drain?
I had to examine this question after reading Mr. Komorowski’s article on the water meter question a while back.
Mr. Komorowski suggested that local government consider a program to subsidize low flow toilets before looking at purchasing and installing water meters to encourage people to conserve treated water.
Installation [...]
Events of Environmental Note around Cornwall
Happy New Year Everyone! There are many individual citizens and organizations who are passionate in the work they do, in serving the community, in sharing their talents; while being mindful of and respectful of our environment. The earth is what sustains us and she can only continue to do so [...]
Looking for an Eco-friendly Multi-tasking solution this New Year?
I was visiting a friend recently and as my reputation as an ecologically minded person precedes me she asked what cleaning products I used in my home?
Well that question prompted me to look into more environmentally friendly solutions to replace at least one of the products [...]
Have You Seen the Beauty and Wonder Just Outside your Door?
It is now officially winter as we have passed the 21st of December and the days now begin their ascent to becoming longer each day.
How wonderful is that! One of the things that I thoroughly enjoy during the winter months is the company of [...]
What begins with ‘P’ and ends in ‘C’ and is being found in such places as cows stomachs and can often be found trying to camouflage itself in our precious trees? It is the ‘P’ word. PLASTIC.
It is everywhere. Just pay close attention while you are out this Christmas Season looking for that special [...]
A Special Gift That Keeps on Giving
As we are now into the Christmas Season full swing, wouldn’t you like to give a gift that keeps on giving? A gift that promotes well being provides shelter and food and is available for a nominal investment? Wow this sounds like a wonderful gift. What is it [...]
I spend quite a bit of time driving in and around our rural areas around Cornwall. What never ceases to amaze me is the amount of garbage strewn about by people. I have found the strangest things in our country side ditches.
A toilet, chest of drawers, old shingles from a work site and many, [...]
by Jacqueline Milner:
Each new day brings new beginnings and opportunity. Opportunity to be a better friend to the Earth whose health and wellness is necessary to sustain us and every living thing which resides with us. This Earth requires our love and respect so that the Circle can remain whole. [...]
