In the spring of this year, we worked with a group of high school students on the theme of Fixing Fashion. Students were challenged to come up with projects to combat fast fashion. If that term is new to you, you’re not alone. The shroud of unfamiliarity and deceit which envelops the fast fashion industry…
“We are all stewards of the earth, not owners. By participating in this program, I am helping improve my tiny corner of the earth and spread awareness to others.” Serena, Fall 2021 alum This past fall students from across Hamilton came together to participate in Green Venture’s Youth Stewardship and Professional Skills Program. Previously, students…
The only constant in fashion is that it is always changing. The fashion industry is a multibillion-dollar worldwide sector dedicated to the production and sale of clothing. Fashion trends come in and out constantly, so retailers and the fashion industry are under constant pressure to produce trendy clothing. This leads to fast-fashion and overproduction…
On November 21, 2021 Green Venture hosted our 2nd Annual Wreath Making Workshop to raise funds for our education programs. Mary, the owner of The Pale Blue Dot Shop, guided participants in creating their very own eco-friendly natural holiday decor. About the Wreaths Grapevine wreaths were used as the base of our holiday decor.…
As businesses open up and store hours return to normal. More people will begin shopping for clothes. Going to the mall with friends or a weekend family trip shopping. As much as we love shopping, next time try your neighborhood thrift store. Keep reading and we’ll show you how it can be just as fun…
Do you have a broken household item? Don’t throw it away! Bring in your small electronics, basic wooden furniture, bicycles, clothes, and more, and our local community mendors and fixers will repair it for free! Find out more below. When and where is the Repair Cafe? On July 17, 2023 from 4:00 PM to…
Kicking Off Plastic Free July with Green Venture! Welcome to Plastic Free July with Green Venture! Over the course of the month, we’ll be learning all about what it means to move towards a world that’s plastic free – and we’ll be sharing tips, tricks, and local resources to help us along the way. Started…
Did you know that more than 30% of food produced in Canada is wasted? That adds up to about $49 billion dollars worth of food. When we add the cost of resources, energy, and labour that went into producing this food, that cost rises to over $100 billion annually. Not only is this incredibly wasteful…
Spring is finally here! Migratory birds and butterflies are returning, hibernating animals are waking up and emerging from their hiding places, birds and frogs call out to find their mates. The snow and ice have melted revealing hidden treasures that were hidden below: the first signs of spring flowers, soil ready to support another season…
Green Venture is committed to educating Hamiltonians about sustainable living and reducing our city’s climate vulnerability. We have created this blogpost (and an exciting giveaway!) to cover some of the common mistakes made by residents when sorting their waste and highlight some potential solutions and strategies for improvement. While individual actions are not enough on…