The toxic receipt: How BPA creeps into our bodies from thermal paper

Feb 07, 2019 by Sarah Jamal (Communications Manager)

Remember when bisphenol A (or BPA) was banned in baby bottles in 2010? Thought the problem was over? Unfortunately, this hormone disrupting chemical is…Read More

Three more reasons why we can’t be confident in Health Canada’s conclusion that glyphosate is safe

Jan 24, 2019 by Sarah Jamal (Communications Manager)

Earlier this month, Health Canada responded to our concerns about its 2017 decision to continue to allow the use of glyphosate for another 15…Read More

Right to know: Exposing toxic fragrance chemicals in beauty, personal care and cleaning products

Sep 26, 2018 by Sarah Jamal (Communications Manager)

The trouble with fragrance ingredients Fragrance formulas used in personal care and cleaning products often consist of dozens of chemical ingredients to create a…Read More

What’s in your lunch? New testing finds glyphosate, a harmful pesticide, in common foods that children eat

Sep 09, 2018 by Sarah Jamal (Communications Manager)

Every day, Canadians are exposed to many chemicals that are linked to health conditions such as cancer, asthma, diabetes and behavioural problems like ADHD….Read More

A trip home to Hamilton for my favourite Greenbelt hike

Aug 13, 2018 by Sarah Jamal (Communications Manager)

Growing up in Hamilton, the Ontario Greenbelt has always been close to home. It was a place where my family and I would berry pick…Read More

A trip to the farmers' market – with recipe!

Aug 07, 2018 by Sarah Jamal (Communications Manager)

Greenbelt recipe: Mixed Vegetable Pakoras with a Savoury Peach Chutney Protecting over 2 million acres of land in the Greater Golden Horseshoe, the Greenbelt…Read More

A Greenbelt Tale: A Trip to Southbrook Vineyards

Jul 31, 2018 by Sarah Jamal (Communications Manager)

Peach cobbler, pear salad, and a glass of wine… or two. What do all of these have in common? Yes, they’re all delicious! But…Read More

Enjoy the summer sun without damaging your health: A guide to choosing the right sunscreen

Jul 24, 2018 by Sarah Jamal (Communications Manager)

With the sun beating down in the summer, it’s common to lather your skin with sunscreen to prevent burning. But, are you getting burned…Read More

Asthma rates in children are on the rise, and so are toxic chemicals in our everyday products

Apr 23, 2018 by Sarah Jamal (Communications Manager)

Updated on June 29, 2018. Nearly 235 million people worldwide are affected by asthma, a disease of the lungs in which the airways become…Read More

3 ways to have a toxic-free Valentine’s Day this year

Feb 13, 2018 by Sarah Jamal (Communications Manager)

Are you still looking for the perfect gift for your sweetheart for Valentine’s Day? Many popular Valentine’s gifts might not be so good for…Read More

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