Toronto Area Green Gift Guide

There's only about 8 shopping days left until Christmas day, and many of us haven't finished buying gifts yet.

 

If you're still on the lookout for that perfect gift for an environmentally conscious family member, here's a few great gift ideas that are sure to get a smile.

 


 

Plug and Play Energy Saving Kit

This money saving starter kit is a simple way to take control of your home or office, your finances, and your energy consumption. It works by completely cutting power to the devices plugged into it when they're not in use, thus saving the power that would otherwise be consumed in standby mode.

 

Available from: Grassroots

 

Ringley Natural Teething Toy

RiNGLEY is the original Canadian natural teether that combines two efficient teething tools: untreated Canadian Maple and 100% organic cotton terrycloth. These materials provide two very different textures that enable children to satisfy their teething needs. Made free from dye and without harmful chemicals.

 

Made in Toronto!

 

Available from: Peek-A-Boo Creations

 

Cherry chopping block

Chopping blocks come with bottom supports elevating the serving tray and rubber feet to eliminate scratches to table surfaces. They are finished in a food safe oil.

 

Available from: Cherry chopping blockUrban Tree Salvage

 

Ecoholic by Adria Vasil

When the world's environmental woes get you down, turn to Ecoholic - Canada's best resource for practical tips and products that help you do your part for the earth. You'll get the dirt on what not to buy and why, and the dish on great gifts, clothes, home supplies and more. Based on the popular and authoritative "Ecoholic" column that appears weekly in NOW, Ecoholic is a cheeky and eye-opening guide to all of life's greenest predicaments.

 

Available from: Fertile Ground bookstore

 

Bamboo Screen-Printed Scarves

Thieves' lightweight ribbed scarf can be worn all year round, and will never irritate your skin, but will always look great. Features screenprinting of birds in flight. Bamboo/Organic Cotton blend. Sweatshop free.

 

Made in Toronto!

 

Available from: green is black

 

 

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