From the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) in Canada: "Scented products have an impact on everyone. For most people, perfumed, scented or fragrant products are enjoyed, but for those who have asthma, allergies or environmental sensitivities, exposure can result in illness, absence from work and even hospitalisation. We want the Toronto District School Board to be a clean … [Read more...] about Toronto School District Scent Awareness Program
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THE GREENPEACE CHRONICLES – 40 Years of Protecting the Planet
The Greenpeace Chronicles, written and edited by Steve Erwood, was published in Amsterdam, The Netherlands on 11 November, 2011. It's printed using vegetable-based ink, and on 50% recycled, 50% FSC mixed-source paper: not only do they passionately care about sustainability and our planet, but they also care about the people on it! (You can download this issue, here, and not … [Read more...] about THE GREENPEACE CHRONICLES – 40 Years of Protecting the Planet
Sandy Hook Primary School Tragedy
I could not believe the news this morning, and I can't believe someone could do this to children--or anyone. My prayers and thoughts go out to anyone who has been hurt spiritually or physically by this senseless act. We need to watch out for each other in this world. I wish there were no guns… Jamila Rizi from Autralia's Mamamia had this to say to President Obama: "When … [Read more...] about Sandy Hook Primary School Tragedy
Fragrance Free Products: Australia
I've not been around or blogging as much because I've been busy completing my assignments after applying for special consideration at Victoria University (VU) so that I could have more time to complete them. It was either that or quit. And I'm not quitting! I have until the 10th of December to do this, so I'm pushing it, but just may actually do it. It's not easy not being able … [Read more...] about Fragrance Free Products: Australia
How to ask for assistance from your local council
The air we breathe, quite often, contains pollutants, we're all aware of that; however, for some of us, we're reminded of this more than the average person could ever possibly imagine. The prevalence of asthma, sensitivities to chemicals, and illnesses related to industrial and urban pollution could serve as a wake-up call to the world, but up until the last ten years or so, … [Read more...] about How to ask for assistance from your local council