Challenges
Choose a challenge for your health, well-being and the planet, and earn ekopoints that can easily be redeemed for rewards.
Challenges
Rescue a Food Item From Going in the Bin!
You are about to prepare a meal, you look at your ingredients, and then suddenly realize that some of them are no longer at the peak of their freshness. They are a little soft, slightly brown … Whoops! In the trash! Does this scenario sound familiar? En savoir plus
Calculate Your Daily Calorie Needs
We often hear of calories when talking about the food industry. So what exactly are calories? The number of calories displayed on food labels indicates the amount of energy a particular food provides to the body in one serving. En savoir plus
Add an Element of Relaxation to Your Bedtime Routine
The need to sleep is irrefutable. Did you know that we spend about a third of our lives sleeping? There is no consensus among scientists on what precisely makes sleep so important, but the human body certainly sends clear signals that it needs it. En savoir plus
Make Your Own Homemade Soap or Shampoo
Conventional soaps and shampoos are often composed of chemicals such as preservatives, dyes or perfumes that are harmful to your health and the planet. As part of our daily routines, they contain highly allergenic products, pollutants, carcinogens and poorly biodegradable ingredients. Sadly, the was En savoir plus
Learn About Hunger in Canada
Many people do not realize the extent of hunger’s reach in Canada. Hunger is largely a hidden social problem and many victims suffer silently. Unfortunately there is an increasing number of Canadians who are unable to put food on the table for themselves or their families. En savoir plus
Protect Yourself From the Flu
Did you know that up to 25% of the Canadian population will become infected with the flu? Flu season typically starts at the end of October and lasts until around April. En savoir plus
Organize a Family Outdoor Activity
Did you know that according to numerous studies, when we spend time outdoors we are healthier, happier and smarter? There is also overwhelming evidence that time outside helps kids do better at school, improves their memory and problem solving skills, En savoir plus
Send in Home Organization Tips
With chaotic schedules, family and work commitments, and so much going on in our lives, getting our living spaces organized is a great way to stay on top on things and feel a little saner. En savoir plus
Calculate Your Body Mass Index (BMI)
Calculating your Body Mass Index (BMI) is an easy and quick way to figure out if you’re at a healthy weight. By using an online BMI calculator and entering your height and weight, you can get a better idea whether you are overweight, underweight or an appropriate weight. En savoir plus
Reduce Your Sodium Consumption
According to Health Canada, on average, Canadians consume about 3400 mg of sodium every day – that’s more than double the recommended amount! En savoir plus