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Going for a ride

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Going for a ride

posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Mar 1/12

Transit issues in the HRM continue to make the city less green. It will take a change of attitude or of political representation to make a difference. comments      7


Green round-up

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Green round-up

posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Mar 1/12

We visit—or, in some cases, revisit—a few environmental issues relevant to sustainable living in the HRM. comments      0


Recycle chic

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Recycle chic

posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Mar 1/12

For the first time, local fashion designers who use recycled materials are all in one place! comments      1


Halifax's chicken warriors

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Halifax's chicken warriors

posted by MILES HOWE, Apr 28/11

No yolk: People are keeping chickens despite a bylaw that forbids it. It shows you can fight—or at least work with—city hall. comments      3


Halifax abuzz with urban gardening

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Halifax abuzz with urban gardening

posted by MILES HOWE, Apr 28/11

From guerilla gardens to rooftop beehives, urban food production is a growing concern. comments      1


City digging

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City digging

posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Apr 28/11

This year, Capital Health will turn the old Queen Elizabeth High School site into the Common Roots Urban Farm. comments      0


The burden of biosolids

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The burden of biosolids

posted by MILES HOWE, Apr 28/11

Sewage is being used as fertilizer, but it’s not the real problem: it’s all the other stuff in the mix. Though manufacturers say “biosolids” are safe, many in Nova Scotia are taking a stand against them. comments      4


My big fat  green wedding

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My big fat green wedding

posted by ANASTASIA PHILOPOULOS, Apr 28/11

Weddings often feel excessive and even wasteful. Here are a few ways to ensure that your special day is both a party and an eco-friendly affair. comments      0


Slow food revolutions

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Slow food revolutions

posted by ANASTASIA PHILOPOULOS, Apr 28/11

The eco-impact of food production is a huge issue globally and Nova Scotia food experts have travelled to Italy to better understand how we can help make it better back home. comments      0


Green university

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Green university

posted by ANASTASIA PHILOPOULOS, Apr 28/11

The Dalhousie College of Sustainability is mixing disciplines and instructors to create a new kind of student and graduate. comments      0


Veganism, raw food and the environment

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Veganism, raw food and the environment

posted by KIMBERLEY CRESSMAN, Apr 28/11

While we detox our bodies, can we also detox the earth beneath our feet? comments      0


Feed-In Tariff troubles 

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Feed-In Tariff troubles 

posted by TIM BOUSQUET, Apr 28/11

Fixed rates for making green power generation profitable in Nova Scotia are about to come online, but do the new regulations promote the growth of a green energy industry or does it only benefit established producers? comments      2


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Green, Environmental Events

Sunday, May 19

Open Sleigh Ride

Thirty minutes on the trails followed by sweet, sweet hot chocolate.

Sunday, May 19

Duncan's Cove Ride

Join Velo Halifax Bicycle Club for a scenic ride to Duncan's Cove. 40 kilometres. Start at Tim Hortons on Mumford Road. New

Sunday, May 19

Blue Nose Marathon

The beloved marathon celebrates its 10th birthday.

Sunday, May 19

Run for Biodiversity - Fundraiser for Ethiopian farmers

Join runners and walkers in this year's Run for Biodiversity as part of the Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon - all in support

Sunday, May 19

Peggy’s Cove Hike

Join Dartmouth Volksmarch for a 12-kilometre guided hike in Peggy’s Cove. (Meet in the parking lot opposite DeGarthe Memorial, Highway 333.)

Sunday, May 19

Cowboy Adventures

Saddle up on Saturdays and Sundays and join in on the farm life. Enjoy two hours of wagon riding, mini putting, hot

Sunday, May 19

Casual Road Run

Drop-in for a casual 5 to 10-kilmoetre road run led by a staff member.

Sunday, May 19

Ghost Walk of Historic Halifax

See Halifax in a spooky way with Andy Smith's guided ghost walk of Downtown Halifax. Filled with intriguing stories, little-known facts, local

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