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From Suds to Sustainability: Your Guide to Going Green at Home with the Best Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products
The average woman in Canada spends a total of 2.8 hours a day on unpaid household upkeep. This is a significant amount of time invested, and it helps explain why so many people spend so much time thinking about the household...
Forever Chemicals, Lasting Consequences: The Silent Threat Hiding in Everyday Products
They’re in your makeup, toilet paper, shampoo and even in your microwave popcorn. Known as “forever chemicals,” PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are designed to resist water, oil, and stains, but what they don’t resist is time. These synthetic compounds...
The Impact Team: Professional Vibe Checkers
Discussing corporate strategy in a boardroom full of seasoned professionals, I sat towards the head of the table. I was 20 years old, barely halfway through my undergraduate degree, sitting beside the CEO. As the GreenBirdi team deliberated about our...
Taking Flight: How GreenBirdi Sources Sustainable Brands & Products You Can Trust

Discover how GreenBirdi sources and vets sustainable, ethical Canadian products through our CURESG and CARES frameworks. Learn how every purchase supports local businesses, women and Indigenous entrepreneurs, and a healthier planet while giving you eco-friendly, affordable options you can trust.

Tie the Knot, Not the Landfill: Olivia’s Sustainable Wedding
When we started planning our wedding, I knew I wanted it to feel beautiful, meaningful, and… well, not wasteful. Weddings can be such a whirlwind of single-use everything, and I didn’t want to look back knowing so much of it...
Nuez Acres Profile: Naturally Nurturing from the Ground Up
When searching for pecan oil products, we discovered Nuez Acres, a family-owned farm and apothecary situated in Langley, BC. It's also indigenous owned; Nancy, the owner, is of Mexican indigenous descent, and her husband, Anthony, is Métis. Nancy's father owns...
Understanding Heart Health in Women

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women, yet many underestimate their risk. Learn about unique risk factors, subtle symptoms, and prevention strategies to protect women’s heart health and when to seek medical care. Empower yourself with knowledge to take control of your heart wellness today.

JusTea Profile: Brewing Sustainability and Empowerment One Cup at a Time
Sip your way toward a healthier planet and more ethical employment opportunities for people in Kenya. JusTea is a farmer-direct tea company based in Kenya and Canada. With a mission that is based on sustainability, transparency, and fair trade, each...
Morning and Night Routines That Won’t Break the Bank
Do you need expensive products and luxury tools to build good morning and evening routines? No! You can easily make solid, sustainable morning and evening routines that don't break the bank. Good routines support your mental and physical health, improve your...
Managing Menopause Symptoms Holistically

Discover natural, holistic approaches to managing menopause symptoms through nutrition, lifestyle, and mind-body practices—an empowering alternative to HRT.

Jack59 Profile: Sustainable Haircare That Doesn't Compromise
Welcome to the first installment of GreenBirdi Product Profiles, a new blog series that spotlights the brands and products carefully curated and approved by GreenBirdi. GreenBirdi's Mission: Ethical, Curated, and Green At GreenBirdi, sustainability shouldn't come at the cost of...
How to Start Living More Sustainably: A Beginner’s Guide

Sustainability doesn't just mean using less energy; it means using less water and reducing waste. Many people think that living sustainably means spending a lot of money, "just" recycling, or sacrificing comfort.

Ethical Fashion: Why Supporting Women, Indigenous and Other Marginalized Designers in Canada Matters

If you care about making progress toward more ethically produced fashion and supporting women, Indigenous, and other marginalized designers, taking this action is a meaningful and tangible step you can take today. The choices you make about what to buy matter. They make a difference. It's up to you to decide if it will be a positive one.

Stressed Out Skin? Learn How Stress Impacts Your Skin and What to Do About It
Modern life keeps us constantly connected, endlessly busy, and often overwhelmed. From work deadlines to family responsibilities and everything in between, it's no surprise that chronic stress has become the norm rather than the exception. But while you might notice...
Digital Detox: Reclaiming Your Time and Energy

A digital detox can enhance your health, productivity, sleep quality, and relationships. Even a slight reduction in screen time can help; it can be as simple as refraining from using phones during meals or late at night. Try a weekend detox or set aside one screen-free hour today (ideally, the hour before bedtime) and see how it benefits your health and life.