The Fair Trade Show, supporting businesses that change the world

The Fair Trade Show, Canada's only consumer show dedicated to fair trade, social business and ethical sourcing, is on this weekend in Toronto. This show is sure to inspire you to take action for a better world, and shop consciously. This is the perfect event to find that great jewelry statement piece you were looking for, bath product to pamper yourself with and a healthy treat to enjoy too. Keep reading to learn how you can WIN Tickets to this exciting event! 

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Veggielicious Celebrates Toronto’s Veg Scene this May 2016

The Toronto Vegetarian Association's annual Veggielicious event is back this month for its fifth year with a gastronomic celebration of Toronto's best vegan eats. This article has all of the details about this exciting vegan-foodie event and I've also shared some of my highlights from the Veggielicious Preview, where I sampled menu items from participating restaurants! 

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Gluten Free Garage Pop-Up Event

On Sunday May 1, 2016, Toronto’s original pop-up gluten-free marketplace, Gluten Free Garage, kicks off Celiac Awareness Month with its 5th annual event. With over 65 local and artisanal vendors, the event will feature Toronto’s best gluten-free finds. Check out this article for everything you need to know about this exciting event, as well as celiac disease and gluten sensitivity.  I have also done the leg work for you and have included a list of my favourite vegan/vegan-friendly vendors who will be exhibiting!

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Evergreen Brick Works Celebrates Earth Day with Drop, Swap & Shop Event

On April 17, 2016, celebrate Earth Day by embracing the sharing economy and encouraging people to recycle & re-use at Evergreen Brick Works’ first Drop, Swap & Shop EventDrop unwanted electronics, Swap for new treasures and Shop at the Etsy Maker’s Market full of items you can’t find anywhere else. Swapping items is a fantastic way to help reduce our impact as consumers on the environment and it is totally wallet-friendly too!

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