CFN – Yes this is the Earth Matters column. We are changing the title of this column for today out of respect and consideration for all this little flying animal does for us each day. Bees, which are critical to our food supply are experiencing immense life challenges due toContinue Reading
CFN – I just love coming across items that help me accomplish my daily needs and are additionally “earth friendly”. These are two items that caught my eye and prompted me to open my wallet to purchase in the last week. The first item is the ECO Lunchbox. TheContinue Reading
CFN – I took some time with a friend to explore and take in some of the natural spaces that surround us. We started off our day at The Martintown Mill which is situated on the Raisin River. The following two images were captured there. The flower is about theContinue Reading
CFN – A recent visit with a friend in Hamilton, Ontario opened my eyes to “POSSIBILITY”. The possibility of growing flowers and food on my own front yard. Many front yard vegetable gardens were sighted on my stroll through an older neighborhood. Think of the possibilities this offers. The possibilityContinue Reading
CFN – For all Canadian Cottage goers and summer water seekers the sight and sounds of the Common Loon lift the spirit and add that special something to a retreat spent away from the ‘day to day’ in our down-time spent near the water. The soul stirring call of Canada’sContinue Reading
CFN – Many people would like to grow some food however they suppose their apartment or small living space will not allow such a project. Believe it or not, all of us can grow a wee bit of food as long as we have access to some sun and waterContinue Reading
CFN – Hey Real Estate professionals; tired of spending a fortune on advertising and marketing and not happy with your results? You will have to be at the presentation of our new Real Estate product. Save money with more results. Brokers, Agents, Mortgage Specialists, Real Estate Lawyers Cornwall –Continue Reading
CFN – Have you planted any vegetables this year? My planting journey began back in February with an experiment in growing some slips from a sweet potato in water. I started with three potatoes, commercially bought at the store and came to find out from an experienced gardener that storeContinue Reading
There are so many life forms that surround us, especially this time of the year. Crawling, flying, hanging insects are eveywhere, above and below ground. These tiny creatures are intricately connected to each and everyone of us and I’m certain help to maintain a healthy balance of our world inContinue Reading
CFN – Sadness enveloped my heart as I witnessed a once vibrant life had been snuffed out. Many years ago I first noticed this lovely specimen. It had taken up residence next to the post box which I travelled to on a regular basis; I couldn’t help but notice its regal stature. Continue Reading
So much going on these days…talks of Genetically Modified (GM) salmon out East, GM alfalfa hay, another oil spill down south………………STOP THE MADNESS…..please!! Amid all this talk of Franken-food and the hand of man slapping our Sacred Earth once again with the consequences of dirty oil and GM-food, IContinue Reading
This call for a Day of Action to Stop GM Alfalfa was issued by the National Farmers Union-Ontario. WHEN: Tuesday April 9, 2013, 12 noon (sharp) to 1 pm WHERE: Kingston, Ottawa (details below) and many other sites across eastern Canada Bring your banners. Bring your voices. Together we can stop the releaseContinue Reading
Submitted Media Release…April 4, 2013. Some 65 species have been waiting and waiting for habitat protection – on average for 19 years Sixty-five species slated to receive mandatory habitat protection this summer under Ontario’s Endangered Species Act, 2007 (ESA) may be out of luck if the government proceeds with sweepingContinue Reading
Did we (man) ever take into consideration how our own actions would affect our community before proceeding with a project or deed? We seem to be quick to take on a ‘killing’ mentality when we are met with a perceived threat. I see one of the biggest threats toContinue Reading
Yes today is International Forest Day folks. For those of you able to, get out there and enjoy all that our trees and natural landscapes have to offer. Consider the fresh air, the wonderful movements and sounds of the birds and crawling critters and the symphony of the wind amidstContinue Reading
CFN – Earth Day month is just around the corner, a great time to consider what small change I can incorporate into my day to day to help transform my community and world into a more hospitable, healthy place. We have all heard the expression that “small acts, when multipliedContinue Reading
Are we progressing or regressing? What the heck are we doing folks? I attended a community gathering last week which was organized by one of our local non-profits; what I would describe as an environmental organization which featured speakers from another environmental organization. I knew the talk would touchContinue Reading
I think many of us have heard about the emerald ash borer which arrived in North America from overseas in 2002. This insect thrives on and consequently kills ash trees within 4 years of infestation. We have witnessed the impact this little bug is having on our landscape as onceContinue Reading