
The 8 R’s of Low Waste Living
The 8 R’s of low waste living are all about reducing waste, getting the most out of what we already have, and being creative! These
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The 8 R’s of low waste living are all about reducing waste, getting the most out of what we already have, and being creative! These
There is a bit of a learning curve when it comes to making environmentally responsible shopping choices. Be patient with yourself and remember, progress over
We want to help and support you on your journey to becoming an eco-conscious shopper. It can take time, patience, and a lot of learning,
Buying and receiving gifts is an important thing to many people. Gifts can be used as a way to express thanks, gratitude, love, and celebration.
As stewards of the earth, we have the responsibility to honour and respect the four directions, land, waters, plants, animals, and all of the wonderful elements of creation that exist.
We honour all the First Nation, Métis and Inuit people who have been living on the land since time immemorial and we recognize their leadership in protecting and caring for Mother Earth.
In Burlington, our work with the community takes place within the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, represented by Treaty 14 and 19 and on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabeg (Ah-nish-in-nah-beg), Attawandaron (At-tah-wahn-da-ron), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-oh-sho-nee) and Metis peoples.
We honour these rightful caretakers of this sacred land surrounding the Great Lakes, and we are grateful for their teachings.
We encourage everyone to continually learn from and about the Indigenous community where you live, and how we can each meaningfully honour the calls to action for Truth and Reconciliation.
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