Since alive first reported on plastic bag bans in 2008, plastic bag bans are being put in motion around the world, the most recent being LA.Back in March 2008 alive reported on the small northern comm
Though cosmetic pesticide use is banned or restricted elsewhere in Canada, a recent legislative committee in BC recommended no ban.If you had to choose between an errant weed or two in your front lawn
May 28 to June 1 is Bike to Work Week. Read about what the event is about and how to register. Its easy!Get those pedals moving. May 28 to June 1 is Bike to Work Week in BC!It’s a BC event, but Canad
If you want to reduce your carbon footprint by eating locally, check out community farms. Community supported agriculture benefits farmers and consumers.With the popularity of the 100-mile and zero-mi
This Wildlife Wednesday, learn about the mountain lion (or puma, cougar, and catamount, depending on where youre from).This Wildlife Wednesday, learn about the mountain lion (or puma, cougar, or cata
A new study suggests that women who have positive family support and limited outside pressure to achieve the thin-is-beautiful ideal have a more positive body image.How many of us have looked in the m
Many fitness class participants are informed consumersMany fitness class participants are informed consumers. They keep their feet moving when they tire, they don’t wear wool leg warmers and they don’
In ancient Roman times baldness was considered the scourge of menIn ancient Roman times baldness was considered the scourge of men. Historians believe that Julius Caesar himself constantly wore his tr
A recent study finds that exercising with a partner - even a virtual one - increases motivation.Need some motivation to exercise? Try finding a partner—even a virtual one will do.A recent study conduc
Managing your personal identity at work may lead to lower workplace satisfaction.Do you find yourself managing your identity to fit in at work? You could be making it difficult on yourself and your ov
