Trend & DIY Zero waste

The meditation cushion, also called zafu, helps support the body and facilitate the practice of meditation. The eco-responsible company Marie fil has set itself the challenge of creating a meditation cushion made in Quebec , but which is also 100% zero waste. Its versatile use can even be added to several activities such as reading, yoga or as a seat during work. Either way, it ensures comfort, body alignment and flexibility. Recover to make a zero waste meditation cushion Even before creating the meditation cushion, Marie fil gave herself the mandate to recover as much as possible of her fabric...

Buying local is known to encourage the local economy in Quebec . Buying locally, however, does not mean that a product is made in Quebec. In fact, a Quebec company can sell 100% "made in China" if it wishes. Marie fil explains the difference between made in Quebec vs local purchase. In the best of all possible worlds, the consumer opts for a product made in Quebec in a local Quebec store! Buy imported products locally in Quebec Human exploitation, unsanitary manufacturing conditions, child labor, inhuman working conditions, indecent wages…. All aspects that allow much lower manufacturing costs overseas. For...

The holiday season will soon arrive and so will the rush of gifts. Educators, teachers and loved ones will be part of the list of people to spoil. Why not offer an ecological candle for Christmas? Another idea for a zero waste Christmas ! Offer an ecological candle to his teacher or his educator A candle is heat. It is an intoxicating smell and a moment of happiness. Before the holidays, all parents are looking for something to offer their children's teachers and educators. At this time, it's easy to fall into overconsumption. The eco-friendly candle is a gift whose...

The city of Sherbrooke has just announced an increase in the amount for financial assistance for the purchase of durable feminine hygiene products . For women followers of zero waste and an eco-responsible lifestyle, this excellent news will allow the purchase of eco-responsible products such as washable sanitary napkins or menstrual panties. Sherbrooke increases financial assistance for sustainable feminine hygiene products The first amount offered by the city was $40,000 to help customers wishing to opt for a more eco-responsible lifestyle. After nearly 600 requests for financial assistance for durable hygiene products, Sherbrooke must double the initial amount. Thus, a...

Halloween is a holiday adored by children, but also by many parents. The preparation, the choice of costumes and the harvest of candies, each stage comes with these little pleasures. Of course, like all holidays, Halloween comes with massive overconsumption. Eco-responsible Halloween... How do we do it? Marie fil has concocted some tips for you to make your Halloween more environmentally friendly! Borrow or rent your Halloween costumes Dressing up one evening a year can be done without buying a new one. Talk to your friends, they probably have a costume to lend you or even trade you. Probably you...