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This week Young Ideas and Parks People teamed up to host a virtual crafts workshop – Wildlife Friendly Winter Decorating. One craft that was demonstrated was weaving a star out of a willow branch and tying it with hemp string…
Before you begin to gather plants for your wildlife friendly crafts, take the time to consider these honorable harvest teachings. Spanish translation here. Thoughts on harvesting and gratitude: · Understand the ecosystem you’re in and what it needs to thrive…
In winter, snow and ice can bury foods just when birds need the calories to keep warm through the cold. Your neighbourhood tweeters and chirpers will love these birdseed ornaments and your outdoor trees will look all dressed up for…
Happy Hanukkah! No matter how you spell it, Hanukkah or Chanukah, is an annual holiday known as the Festival of Lights which commemorates a miracle that occurred in Jerusalem. In 165 BCE the Jewish people revolted against their oppressors, and rededicated a sacred…
Diwali is the Festival of Lights that has been celebrated across India for hundreds of years. It takes place on November 14th and celebrations continue for five days. Lanterns, lights, and rangoli designs are used to decorate homes and businesses.…
At Gordon Neighbourhood House, we are currently wrapping up our Farmers Market Nutrition Coupon Program (FMNCP for the year. This is an initiative to provide local, fresh produce to community members and support local growers in BC. The BC Association…
This recipe is quick pickling, not fermentation! So, this recipe is less technical and will last about 2-3 weeks in the fridge. This recipe is great to use to increase the longevity of your veggies. It is also great for…
by Stephanie Do you have leftover herbs in your house that are wilting? Or want to prevent the herbs from going bad? Make some quick and super easy herb oil cubes! What you’ll need: ice cube tray fresh herbs liquid…
In Canada, almost 60% of our food that is produced every year gets wasted. Of that 60%, 40% of it comes from consumers. The food that gets wasted and ends up in landfills start to produce methane gas, which is…
