Nova Scotia Christmas tree sales up, exports down
Local Christmas tree sales are booming in Nova Scotia this season, with one seller moving 350 trees, even as international shipments face a downturn. Discover the local market shift.
Local Christmas tree sales are booming in Nova Scotia this season, with one seller moving 350 trees, even as international shipments face a downturn. Discover the local market shift.
A new high-capacity backpack designed in Montreal offers dignity and safety to can collectors, highlighting their crucial role in urban recycling. Discover how this initiative is changing perceptions.
Nova Scotia's Christmas tree farms report a significant sales increase for the 2025 season. Owners William Robichaud and Daniel Bar share insights into the holiday trend. Read more about the festive boost.
Recent Beer Store closures in Ottawa are leading to more alcohol containers in blue bins, disrupting Ontario's deposit return system and raising environmental concerns. Learn about the new agreements and impacts.
A unique holiday auction in Nova Scotia sees bidders competing for a miniature Woody the Talking Christmas Tree. Get the festive details on this charming seasonal story.
A powerful windstorm in Metro Vancouver sent a tree crashing into a townhouse, destroying a children's bedroom window. The incident highlights the dangers of severe weather.
A dispute over millions in recycling fees has halted Ontario's tire program, causing scrap tires to accumulate across the province. Dealers warn of a growing environmental and logistical crisis.
The City of Calgary has released its holiday waste sorting guidelines. Learn what gift wrap, boxes, and other festive materials go in the blue, green, or black bins to recycle right this season.
Tire dealers across Ontario are raising alarms as recyclers stop accepting scrap tires, leading to dangerous stockpiles. Learn about the broken system and its environmental risks.
Some Essex County residents are still waiting for new recycling carts as Windsor-Essex transitions its blue box program. Key details on the rollout and what it means for 2026.
Dalhousie University professors saved the holiday season at Mic Mac Mall, repairing the beloved Woody the Talking Christmas Tree after a mechanical failure. Discover how academic expertise brought festive magic back to life.
Running late for Christmas? This Best Choice Products 6-foot pre-lit artificial tree is on sale for under $100. Available in multiple colours, it's a sturdy, reviewer-loved option to save you time and money.
Bastien Tree Farm in Essex, Ontario, is preparing for its busiest time of year as families seek the perfect real Christmas tree. Owner Ovid Bastien shares insights into the seasonal tradition.
The City of Toronto will no longer handle residential recycling starting January 1, 2026. Learn what this major change means for you and how it will impact waste collection.
The ByWard Market has won Ottawa's holiday height contest with a 48-foot Christmas tree, but a Gatineau rival looms for 2026. Discover the festive competition and city decorations.
The annual Christmas tree harvest is now underway at Saskatchewan's Prince Albert National Park. This cherished tradition allows families to cut their own tree while supporting park conservation. Discover how to participate.
Premier Tim Houston met with Governor Maura Healey to strengthen ties before the annual Tree for Boston lighting. The 2025 tree will be cut on November 12. Read more about this historic tradition.
Windsor-Essex is evaluating smaller recycling bin options as the region prepares to transition to a new cart-based blue box program in 2026. Learn about the upcoming changes.
Celebrated Canadian soprano Measha Brueggergosman-Lee brings her festive concert series back to Nova Scotia this holiday season. Discover tour dates and details.
The City of Edmonton announces waste crews will no longer collect Christmas trees from curbs. Residents must now use alternative disposal methods. Learn the new rules.
Albertans can cut up to three Christmas trees for free on designated Crown land with a permit. Learn the rules, height limits, and how to get your holiday tree.
Alberta residents can obtain a free permit to cut up to three Christmas trees from designated Crown land areas this holiday season. Find out how to get yours.
New recycling regulations come into force in Nova Scotia on Monday, December 1, 2025. Learn what the changes mean for residents and businesses across the province.
Canadian Christmas tree sellers report robust demand this season, with many consumers willing to pay higher prices for their festive centrepiece. Discover the trends shaping this year's holiday market.
Ottawa's ByWard Market unveils a spectacular 48-foot Christmas tree for the 2025 holiday season, creating a new festive landmark in the capital. Discover the details!
Canadian gardening expert warns against fall pruning as it weakens trees during harsh winters. Learn proper timing and techniques for apple and crabapple trees.
Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens announces a solution for residents struggling with new oversized recycling bins. A pathway to smaller bins is coming. Read the latest on Ontario's new recycling program.
London's mayor expresses concern as 500+ businesses and non-profits face January deadline for blue box collection. Critical recycling service in jeopardy.
Despite the popularity of artificial trees, real Christmas trees are selling out rapidly in Calgary and Edmonton. Learn why demand is so high and where the trees come from.
A B.C. tribunal ruled Vancouver isn't responsible for a tree branch that fell on a man's car. Learn about the legal reasoning and what property owners should know.