Category Archives: Environment

EnviroExpo: Eco solutions from Canada’s best young minds

Posted on March 30, 2010 by vivian is virtual

Sustainable homes. Solar power. Safer fabric dyes. Just some of the green innovations from Canada’s brightest young high school and CEGEP scientists – all past EnviroExpo winners. Wondering what eco-friendly ideas will make it to the top of this year’s Canada-wide … Continue reading →

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Top 10 – Reasons to Take the Train

Posted on March 24, 2010 by vivian is virtual

Why choose the train over flying or driving? Find out below!: Cheaper. Compared to airfare and gas prices, taking the train can be surprisingly cost-effective. Add in discounts plus hot deals, and you can save a bundle!   Convenient. With … Continue reading →

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VIA Préférence: Free train travel and great shopping!

Posted on October 22, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Hey VIA Préférence members! Get closer to earning free train travel by shopping online at the VIA Préférence eBoutique. You’ll get one VIA Préférence point for each dollar spent, thus bringing you ever nearer to a free train trip with … Continue reading →

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Snow geese in Baie-du-Febvre

Posted on April 30, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Every spring, some 500,000 snow geese, Canada geese and ducks make a stopover in Baie-du-Febvre, Quebec on their migratory journey. Accordingly, every spring, I like to visit the Centre-du-Quebec region and show the birds my support! Located just 140 kilometres … Continue reading →

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Save 50% for Earth Day 2009!

Posted on April 21, 2009 by vivian is virtual

It gives me goosebumps just to think about it… Every April 22, some 1 billion people in over 170 countries celebrate Earth Day with activities and projects that address local environmental issues. That includes some 6 million Canadians! Always a … Continue reading →

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What is Earth Hour Canada?

Posted on March 27, 2009 by vivian is virtual

If you’ve never heard of Earth Hour, allow me to educate you The concept is simple – if you want to express your vote for positive climate change, then turn off your lights on Satuday, March 28 between 8:30-9:30 p.m. … Continue reading →

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Go green with TravelingTheGreenWay

Posted on January 19, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Thanks Sonya! Your comment steered me to a new must-read blog: TravelingTheGreenWay. Billed as “Earth friendly ideas for your travel”, Sonya scours the web for daily green travel news, green travel destinations around the globe, green gear that makes trips … Continue reading →

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Have a very green holiday season!

Posted on December 5, 2008 by vivian is virtual

A friend recently told me about Earth911, a website dedicated to helping us earthlings make every day a little bit greener. In addition to useful recycling tips for everything from household cleaners to metal, from eyeglasses to motor oil, the … Continue reading →

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Become a ‘green’ traveller

Posted on November 18, 2008 by vivian is virtual

I’m a huge fan of the Green Passport Campaign, a global initiative by the United Nations Environment Programme that highlights the importance of becoming a more environmentally-conscious traveller. This includes: Selecting the most ecologically-friendly means of transportation (remember, a bike … Continue reading →

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The train – a greener way to travel!

Posted on October 31, 2008 by vivian is virtual

Just because gas prices have dropped, that doesn’t mean we should start using our cars again! As the FLICK OFF rally reminded us, climate change is a very real threat and sustaining a healthy environment is crucial for future. So … Continue reading →

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