Category Archives: Environment

Want to lose weight, save money, protect environment & feel good?

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Karyn Climans

Want to lose weight, save money, help the environment and feel good all at once? It’s easy! All you need to do is bike to work or school or take your bike instead of a car around town for local … Continue reading →

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The Clutter is Suffocating Me!

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Karyn Climans

It all started with the giant plant (actually a 10’ tall cactus) that suddenly toppled over. When it happened, it scared the living daylight out of the dogs and I but fortunately no one was hurt. The top half of … Continue reading →

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Giving Us A Bad Name

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Karyn Climans

What is one of the first signs of Spring? Tulips? Green grass? Nope! It’s the ridiculous amount of dog poop all over our parks, sidewalks etc. I’m a dog owner but I’m disgusted too. I don’t like stepping in dog … Continue reading →

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Now I’m Really Upset

Posted on May 29, 2011 by Karyn Climans

I recently blogged about the efforts of a friend and I to clean up our local city park. (“Pick A Park”) We were really proud of the way the park looked after collecting 6 bags of garbage. Flash forward one … Continue reading →

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Bike To Work Day

Posted on May 28, 2011 by Karyn Climans

On Monday, May 30th, cities across Ontario are coordinating events to celebrate Bike To Work Day. What a great way to save money on gas, help the environment, get some exercise, and feel invigorated when you arrive at work! If … Continue reading →

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Pick A Park

Posted on May 22, 2011 by Karyn Climans

A friend and I did a good deed today and we’re hoping to start a trend. We cleaned up our local park where we walk our dogs most mornings. Sick and tired of seeing endless coffee cups, bags of dog … Continue reading →

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A Shark’s Best Friend

Posted on May 13, 2011 by Karyn Climans

I’ve known and been diving with Cristina Zenato for 17 years so you can imagine how delighted I was when she was inducted in to the Women Divers Hall of Fame  (WDHOF) in recognition of her passion for the underwater … Continue reading →

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Heaven on Earth

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Karyn Climans

My version of heaven: 80’ below the surface of the ocean. For those of you who have never scuba dived before, I hope you’ll give it a try after reading this blog because it’s a wonderful underwater world that’s just … Continue reading →

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Exploitation In The Overseas Garment Industry

Posted on April 2, 2011 by Karyn Climans

As many of you know, I am an advocate for locally made, quality goods. Not only are you supporting your own community (and in this economy that’s important), you’re also sending a clear message that you won’t support cheaply made … Continue reading →

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Earth Day

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Karyn Climans

Thanks to a fresh blanket of snow that fell last night, the earth looks fresh and clean. But what happens when the snow melts again? Suddenly all of the trash, dog poop, cigarette butts and food waste are visible all … Continue reading →

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