Back to School in Eco-Style
It’s hard to believe that summer is coming to an end and kids are getting ready to go back-to-school. Whether you’re helping your children…
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The eco-entrepreneur who captured our hearts: Ressac
Every month, Cascades puts the spotlight on a young entrepreneur who stands out for his or her responsible practices and environmental values. This month, it…
4 tips for a zero-waste picnic
Hot sunny days are made for wandering around and just enjoying the weather. For me, picnics are an essential part of summer as they…
The eco-entrepreneur who captured our hearts: La Fabrique, a co-operative of workshops and communal spaces
Photo credit: La Fabrique Type of organization: Solidarity co-operative Services provided: Access to community workshops (woodworking, mechanics, electronics and 3D printing, fashion, screen printing, pottery…
Cascades supports Ontario EcoSchools!
Photos Credit : Ontario EcoSchools To mark the 10th anniversary of Ontario EcoSchools, Cascades is partnering with the 1st edition of the EcoAction Challenge.…
The eco-entrepreneur who captured our hearts: Solution ERA
The small team at Solution ERA definitely has leadership and vision to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs. This is a company dedicated to…
Kids’ birthday parties: A mom’s reflection on reducing over-consumption
“Oh no… my kid is going to a friend’s birthday party this weekend and I have to find a present!” How often have I…
The eco-entrepreneurs who captured our hearts: Amor Fati, twins launch business that reuses wood
Your company Amor Fati was inspired by the work your father did as an artisan upholsterer. Where did you get the idea to create…
Moisson Montréal distributes BIXI kilometres
An increasing number of organizations are committing to reduce the environmental footprint of their events. One of the most common measures is to offset…
CFERs, Ever Heard of Them?
The business and recovery schools called “Centres de Formation en Entreprise et Récupération,” or CFERs, were founded in 1990 thanks to the determination of…