WHEN’s big reveal!

Mar 282012
 

Welcome to the new WHEN website. Same location but a whole new look and feel. Explore and enjoy!
In the past month, our volunteer team has been working hard to revamp the WHEN logo and website. You’ll see a variety of new features, responding to the advice we’ve received from some of you and our desire to meet the information needs of our ever growing followers.
In particular, as we continue to develop this website you will find:

  • a rolling, constantly updated home page highlighting our most recent actions and program milestones
  • better access to WHEN positions on enviornmental health issues, with sources and links to learn more.
  • integration of our content across our Facebook, Twitter, Newsetter and Alerts, Website and Print material to reflect how people typically seek information

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Newsletter – March 2012

Mar 222012
 
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IN THIS ISSUE:

  • Connect Beauty Event
  • Canadian’s Women Health Network – Resources
  • Eco-Parent Subscription Special
  • Upcoming Film Screenings

Click here to read the March 2012 Newsletter.

Environmentally Healthy Resolutions?

Jan 292012
 

Wondering what you can do that will make a difference in your life and the life of the planet? Start small and you are bound to succeed. Here are a few ideas for you to think about to help live healthier and happier in 2012.  Choose pesticide free fruits and vegetables, switch your shampoo, have a clothing swap, cut out plastic and educate yourself!

Continue reading »

Newsletter – January 2012

Jan 042012
 
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IN THIS ISSUE:

  • Announcement: New Board Members
  • Environmentally Healthy Resolutions for 2012
  • Do It Yourself – Baking Soda Deodorant
  • Film Screenings: Exposure – Environmental Links to Breast Cancer, Pink Ribbons Inc.
  • Connect Beauty Event

Click here to read the January 2012 Newsletter.

Connect Beauty – A Successful Partnership!

Nov 182011
 

Each year, WHEN hosts a Connect event focusing on a different theme. Speakers, demos and displays allow participants to explore the themes and engage with each other and local experts on a topic of importance to the environment and our health. This year our CONNECT event focused on exposure to harmful chemicals through cosmetics, personal beauty products, and clothing. Continue reading »

Are you concerned about the cuts to environmental programming the City of Toronto is considering? WE ARE!

Nov 152011
 

The Toronto Environment office is at risk – programs such as Community Environment Days, waste diversion programs, urban agriculture programs, tree planting and the Live Green program.

Are you getting Pink-Washed??

Oct 152011
 

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but each year it seems to be a month washed in more and more pink, and increasingly from companies and groups that claim to be leaders in eradicating breast cancer and yet promote or engage in the activities that may be contributing to the rising rates of the disease!

Back to school!

Aug 152011
 

Take Action For Prevention by adding these 3 environmental health considerations to your new Fall routine… Reduce your environmental footprint! The “Stepping It Up” campaign encourages kids to walk to school. Watch the YouTube video for parents, or download the resource guide for teachers. Consider how you, and especially children, use cell phones.  Limit exposure [read more...]

Newsletter – August, 2011

Aug 062011
 
Newsletter - August, 2011

IN THIS ISSUE: WHEN Talk: Five Myths About the Birth Control Pill, by Amy Sedgwick Summer Reading List Healthier Environments for Newcomer Women and Families Community Environment Days with the City of Toronto Cancer Prevention Challenge 2011 WHEN Opportunity – Treasurer Click here to read the August 2011 newsletter.

What’s on your summer reading list?

Jul 152011
 

Looking for a good read? Take a look at what we’ve read lately for suggestions.

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