This ad from a 1959 @macleansmag is just as relevant today as it was back then! . . Just goes to show that #buyinglocal is never an outdated concept!

There Stands A Soldier -- A Poem for Children by Audrey Waters . There stands a soldier, tall, proud, and still guarding and protecting, the rights of all who will... All who will remember, all who live so free in…

...and this just shows plastic water bottles!! . Add to that plastic bags, straws, ziplocs....and that number skyrockets! . Choose smarter alternatives and let's aim to see a different display ripleysaquaca in the…

It can be hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel when you're focused on the darkness. . Maybe things in your life are so hectic right now it's hard to see the light! We know that feeling... . Instead of…

In 1685, the colonial authorities in New France found themselves short of funds as a military expedition against the Iroquois, allies of the English, had gone badly. . Tax revenues were down due to a limit on the…

And the end of it all, we take only ourselves to the next frontier. . Widen your pursuits to include self improvement. Make that your priority and the rest will fall into place. . #verycanadian #canadianquotes…

Talk about nostalgia! . Produced in Vancouver, Reboot was the world's first completely computer-animated TV series!! . Who else watched this on Saturday mornings?! . #verycanadian #reboot #worldsfirst…

What we do in the present directly affects what our future will look like. Sometimes we get so caught up in planning for the future that we forget that it's our current actions that dictate tomorrow's outcome. . Stop…

Friday Junior's giving us the weekend itch!! . When you run a business, weekends and weekdays blur together and long weekends are non-existent. But we love it....and we're ready to take some time to recharge. This…

Anyone else have a tradition of making their own pasta sauce?? Have a recipe that you care to share?? 😊 . It might take up a full day, but the aching muscles and sweaty forehead is worth it for the final product…

Established in 2008 as a platform for exploration and realization of architecture, architectural products, and built environment, fishtnk creates beautiful furniture with wonderfully multi-functional…

Mmmmm hand pulled noodles!!! . What's better than made to order fresh food? Friendly staff and the feeling of being the number 1 priority 😊 . Thanks mugigoodfood . #verycanadian #supportlocalbusinesses #shopathome…

Apparently we missed #internationaldogday but we don't care! Celebrate your pup everyday! . #verycanadian #doggylove #puppylove #dogdanglingafternoon @ Toronto, Ontario

You're not crazy, it IS getting chilly once the sun sets...BUT...BBQ season is not yet done so we propose you step up the heat with @dawsonshotsauce . Dawson's Hot Sauce is a family owned/operated company based out…

Make the most of the rest of summer!! There's still 1 more long weekend before school begins and @krakentechnical wants you to relaaaaaaax before gearing up for another academic year 🤓 . Made in Sundre, Alberta,…

Climate change is NOT a partisan issue, it is a reality!! . If you are not aware, @SherryAske has warned groups that discussing the perils of climate change during the upcoming federal campaign could be deemed…

Did you know that @romtoronto is FREE the 3rd monday of every month?!? . Whether you're from the city or just visiting, take advantage of this great experience and go to the Museum today!! . The current exhibition…

decodehumanity their shirts are sustainably made from Bamboo and are ethically made in Canada. . They source their tshirts from a Canadian company, @jerico_ca, and individually screen print each shirt at Centre [3],…

West Coasters are unique, handmade coasters cur from salvaged driftwood recovered from the shores of Vancouver Island 🏝 . Transformed by the processes of Mother Nature, each log is different, possessing it's own…

Mmmm enjoying some craft beer and a Reuben after a loooong day! Cheers! 🍻😊 . #verycanadian #shopathome #madeincanadamatters #buylocal #supportlocalbusinesses #banditbrewery #goodfood #goodpeeps #craftbeer…