On November 11, Remembrance Day, Canadians everywhere will don their poppies and proudly fly the Maple Leaf as they remember the many men and women who have served, and continue to serve, their country. Brush up on your history and find out more about this important holiday...
It’s no surprise that Halloween is one of our favorite holidays. There’s candy, costumes, cool decorations and did we mention, candy? But it’s no wonder that Halloween is generally the environment’s least favorite annual celebration, considering it’s a day famous for toilet...
1. Recycle your Jack-O-Latern after the Holiday Instead of sending your pumpkin to a landfill, why not give Jack a second life as compost? If you have a yard, composting a pumpkin is incredibly easy – and fun! First, pick a sunny space in an area of your yard that isn’t heavily...
You see them. They’re piled up in drawers and corners of your house and office. All those gadgets, tech toys and appliances generally catch some heat for being…well…less than eco-friendly. They constantly and consistently hike up your energy bill and manage to expand your...
Thanksgiving in Canada comes complete with dozens of traditional festivities - there’s the fall nature hikes, get-togethers with family and friends and of course, the delicious meal. This year, we’d like to introduce you to a new Thanksgiving tradition: Going Green! With just a...
As the leaves begin to change and the weather cools down, it's the perfect time to take a day trip to a local winery or vineyard and taste some wine. Wineries and vineyards are located all throughout the country but the West Coast and Napa Valley are what come to most people's...
Just Energy was honored to support the 16 girls who participated in the Girls Inc. Energy Innovations camp at the Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton, NY. Girl’s Write Now is in its 17th year of operation and for half of its existence, it was exclusively a volunteer based...
Without a doubt, fall is a magical time of year. The air becomes a little crisper, the leaves on the trees create stunning, natural scenery and the beautiful colors and flavors of autumn’s vegetables contribute to making it a truly special season. In addition to being good for...
Taking out the trash - it’s one of the most despised household tasks, yet it always seems to be at the top of the to-do list. According to some recent reporting, we are constantly on the way to “throw it away.” In fact, every North American generates more than 100 tons of...
With the school year underway, it’s only a matter of time before you’ll be asked to help raise money for your child’s school/band/sports team/science lab/field trip to the state capitol - take your pick. This is a great opportunity to not only teach your kids the importance...
