Natural, organic, sustainable local food is not only good for the environment, it tastes better and you can tell the loving care that went into producing these delicious foods! Attend workshops, cooking classes & tastings.
Green Toronto
Local, sustainable food in a great central location!
April 28th, 2008Greenprint Renovation Forums
March 27th, 2008If you’re planning a reno and would like to embrace the future - valuable environmentally friendly solutions to your alterations and additions - attend one of these free forums and learn from the experts how it’s done!
Earth Hour: Saturday, March 29, 8 pm to 9 pm
March 27th, 2008Turning off the lights for one hour in support of environmental action is just the beginning.
Give trees a break!
March 13th, 2008Longing for a paperless society? Getting rid of your bulky phone books is a great place to start!
Have you ever been called a little geek? It’s a compliment.
March 13th, 2008Help a child learn - on your old computer!
Are you willing to give up your car?
March 13th, 2008One realtor did, to help save the environment and put more $ in his own pocket. Can you?
Get ready for the warm weather with peaksaver®!
February 19th, 2008This technology communicates with your AC unit to lower the amount of electricity it uses for brief periods of time.
Disposing of Old Computers for a Good Cause
February 11th, 2008Our client Stephanie Pelton Hatcher told us about this great organization that will give your old computer to a child in need.
How to make Realtors Greener by Heather MacEachern
January 30th, 2008How to be a green realtor. A lesson from Heather MacEachern.
Smart Meters Are Coming Your Way
January 17th, 2008Smart Meters are one of the latest tools to help you record how much energy you use, when you use it, and how much it’s costing you. They’re mandatory…find out more about how they work and when they’re coming to YOUR home.
4 Easy Ways to Winterize your Home
January 17th, 2008Improve your home’s energy efficiency & cut costs! Read Toronto realtor Julie Kinnearás four tips on how to winterize your home.
Green Tips on Fires and Chimneys
January 17th, 2008How to burn more efficient fires and to protect unused chimneys.
Winter Energy Savings - How to Save Money This Season
January 8th, 2008Let’s not forget about saving energy during wintertime! These few months provide an ideal oppurtinity to inspect all the interiors, reinsulate problematic parts and fix smaller issues that you’ve been putting off before. Read the article for a couple of very handy, season-specific tips on how to save precious energy - and money as well!
Toronto Recycling - How to Recycle Unusual and Hazardous Materials
January 4th, 2008We, citizens of Toronto are lucky to have many options for safe recycling. However, there are some potentionally dangerous materials whose disposal is less easy and in some cases even requires professional assistance. Find out how to go about recycling less common items in Toronto by reading the rest of the entry - we’ve done all the research for you. So please, don’t forget to add “recycle more” on to your new years resolutions list!
A Green New Year
December 27th, 20072008 is almost here! If you are hoping to make a greener lifestyle part of the plan for the New Year, here are some fun ways to achieve your goals.
The Cancer Continuum - from Prevention to Care
October 15th, 2007Based on current incidence rates, 39% of Canadian women and 44% of Canadian men will develop cancer during their lifetime. In an effort to stay well or to manage chronic diseases such as cancer, more and more Canadians are exploring a wide range of natural, complementary and alternative therapies. What is known about the efficacy of these products and therapies, and their potential role in the prevention and management of cancer?
Leave the Lawnmower in the Garage!
August 16th, 2007Imagine spending a whole summer with a perfectly manicured lawn that you never have to cut. No its not astroturf, Its No-Mow Grass!
Do ‘Green’ Appliances live up to their billing?
August 16th, 2007Environmentally Friendly Appliances - Are they worth the money? Which save the most energy? How can you get the most out of them?
Find Out How Some of Our Clients are Going Green with Bullfrog Power!
August 16th, 2007Think emission-free electricity for your home is out of reach? Think again! Read-on to find out how Bullfrog Power can help you make your home more eco-friendly.
Use less electricity & get a 10% credit from Toronto Hydro!
June 25th, 2007Toronto Hydro is offering a financial incentive to homeowners to save electricity! As if you needed a more compelling reason than helping to save the Earth!
A Celebration Of Herbs
May 28th, 2007Ready for a delightful mix of all things herbal, from books to makeup? Exhibitors at “A Celebration of Herbs” range from some of Canada’s largest health food companies to small growers and cottage industries.
Parkdale Gets its own Community Food Garden
May 28th, 2007There’s a new community garden in town - H.O.P.E. Garden, which stands for Healthy Organic Parkdale Edibles and aims to bring fresh organic produce to Parkdale residents.
Local farmers’ spring harvest celebration!
May 28th, 2007Help continue a 7 year tradition of celebrating the anniversary of Cedarvale Park NOT being a Highway - and a celebration of Local Farmers’ spring harvest, with free music & food!
Riverdale Initiative for Solar Energy Wins Green Toronto Award
May 10th, 2007Our clients Dave Ullrich & Helen Hawketts were instrumental in the RISE initiative, bringing solar power systems to neighbourhood homes. Their hard work paid off in the form of energy conservation - and winning a Green Toronto Award!
Julie loves her Toto toilet
May 1st, 2007When needing to replace her old toilet at home in Roncesvalles Village, Julie approached her local hardward store Pollock’s for a recommendation. They raved about the Toto toilet - Drake model.
Retreat Day in the City!
April 30th, 2007Interested in alternative medicine, health care, and the benefits of living a healthy ‘green’ lifestyle? On Sunday May 6, enjoy an amazing holistic retreat in the city while raising funds for natural health education & research! A day of learning and relaxation.
Top Ten ToDo’s To Save the Environment
April 30th, 2007A list of the top ten things you can do to save the environment.
Toronto Community Environment Days
April 30th, 2007How many times have you heard that one person’s trash is another person’s treasure? It’s a familiar saying, and for good reason: it’s true!
Build A Green Lifestyle: Tridel
April 30th, 2007Interested in building your green lifestyle right in with where you live? If condos are for you, you might consider buying a Tridel-constructed condominium unit.
Toronto Green Community
April 30th, 2007About the Toronto Green Community and annual meeting with Christina Sharma.
Pictures from the 8th annual Friends of the Don East Spring Fling
April 28th, 2007
Todmorden Wildflower
Preserve cleanup
Two weeks ago, the Julie Kinnear team went to help cleaning up the beautiful Tordmorden Wildflower Preserve. Check out the pictures!
The Green Living Show in Toronto
April 24th, 2007The Green Living Show in Toronto. Greenovations and green celebrities.
Flavours of Harmony
April 22nd, 2007Flavours of Harmony healing cuising info.
Community Clean Up Day in Toronto
April 17th, 2007What better way to show you care about our city than to get together with friends, co-workers and neighbours to pick up litter in a public space in your community?
Avaaz Petition on Climate Action: Sign Up Now
April 12th, 2007Avaaz Petition on Climate Action: Success!
Come Join Us at the Friends of the Don Spring Fling!
April 5th, 2007Come join The Julie Kinnear Team at the 8th annual Friends of the Don East Spring Fling to help clean up the Don! It will be a morning in the beautiful Todmorden Mills Wildflower Preserve - a chance to give back to the community and enjoy fellowship, a BBQ and lovely wildflowers! We look forward to seeing you there.
Toronto 20 Minute Makover
April 17th, 2000It’s time to commit your participation in the City’s 4th annual 20-Minute Toronto Makeover.
