When it comes to cleaning there are three jobs that I hate - (1) cleaning the washroom, (2) drying dishes, and (3) cleaning the oven. Out of the three, cleaning the oven is the worst one of all. I...
I discovered that I’m a decompinaut.
I’ve been searching for a way to make use of discarded textile waste in a way that does not release toxins (from dyes, flame retardants, residual pesticides and...
This is second of my three part series about creating a multipurpose room that works as a peaceful office, meditation and yoga space.
This is the first in a three part series that leads you through my journey toward creating a functional and beautiful multi-use room. Multi-use rooms are great for optimizing the space in a small...
On October 22, Friends of the Coves held a tree planting and aftercare event at Briscoe Woods. Even though the leaves have been falling for a while now, urban trees still require important care...
When you transition further into natural health you notice (and are overjoyed to find) that there is practically an herb for every ailment. Herbs not only treat a variety of health problems, they...
Many people understand the benefits of composting. Kitchen scraps and yard waste diverted from the landfill will eventually produce material rich in nutrients that can be added to vegetable and...
Think back to you or your family’s first television, and then think back to your first desktop computer, printer, cell phone or Walkman. Now think of how many different versions of each you've had...
Since joining FOTCSI I have had the chance to get out and explore the sub-watershed and the different communities in and around the Coves, Silver Creek Ravine and Euston Park. Not unlike many, many...
Always on the lookout for chemical-free solutions, I stumbled across this nifty plastic tool that snakes down into the drain to pull out blockages.
For a good laugh and to witness it's...
