Reimagine Co
206 Piccadilly Street N6A 1S1 London, ON, Canada

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Here at Reimagine Co, we are committed to helping keep everyone safe when they come to our store. We have enhanced cleaning practices, and a store limit of 14 people. As a reminder, masks are mandatory when you come visit us and hand sanitizer is required on your way in. Visit our website www.reimagineco.ca for current store hours and more info on how to shop package-free.

Our feeds are always full of cute eco swaps and beautiful products but often the best things you can do aren't made for instagram! Reusing what you already have rather than buying more stuff is one of the best things you can do to be more sustainable. Thanks @gogreensavegreen on instagram for the photo! Share with us below some not-so-cute moments in your sustainability journey!

We know it can be confusing to keep track of how to support local businesses during the lockdown so we made a list of ways you can help support us! Shop with us in store! Grab your groceries and refillery products package-free by bringing your own sanitized containers. (We also have a deposit jar program) Order your refillery and zero-waste swaps online! and get free London delivery on orders over $40.... Choose curbside pick-up when you order online and once it's packed, collect your order anytime we're open! Share your Reimagine stories in the comments, with a friend or as a review on google!

Even though you may not personally feel affected by human trafficking, it is still your responsibility to help combat it. Why? Because "injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere." Learn how you can help stop human trafficking at www.canadiancentretoendhumantrafficking.ca #HumanTraffickingAwarenessDay

Thanks to the Green Project Grant from Green Economy London and the wonderful team at Argent Electrical, as of last week we now have an Electric Vehicle charger at 206 Piccadilly St! It was wonderful to see one of our customers use the charger on the very first day it was installed This not only allows us to charge up our plug-in hybrid electric vehicle for deliveries, but also enables community members and shoppers to charge their electric vehicles as well - completely free of charge! This project, combined with our existing bike racks, means more sustainable transportation to and from the store Will you be using our EV charger or bike rack?! Tell us what you think in the comments!

Help prevent food waste! Not confusing best before with expired will lead to these three things; you’ll waste less food, you’ll save money, and you’ll avoid sending food waste to the landfill, which contributes to increasing methane emissions. Thanks to @b12give on instagram for this great graphic! Check out lovefoodhatewaste.ca for more info on how long you can keep foods! Which foods surprised you with how long they last?

Thanks to @plantyou on instagram for this graphic! We love repurposing mason jars for all of these uses, are there any missing that you use your mason jars for? Let us know in the comments

New year, new website! At the turn of the year, we refreshed the homepage of our website reimagineco.ca. Have you had a chance to check it out yet? Please let us know why you think! What else would you like to see on our website? How could we make it easier to use? What are some websites you’ve seen that we could learn from or be inspired by? Leave a comment and let us know! We’re looking forward to to hearing from you!!

Perfection on a platter Have you tried out all the yummy vegan cheeses we carry? Thanks to @greengoddessfromagerie for this great image and their marble cheddar (which can be found in our deli)! Don’t forget to bring a container with you, or use one of our deposit containers! Looking for more options? We have all of these goodies to fill your charcuterie board; Applewood Cheddah, Billy Goat cheese, Blue Cheese, Cranberry Stilton, Daiya Cheddar, Daiya Mozzarella, Marble Cheddar, No Buffalo Mozza, Pepper Jack, and Sharp Cheddah! What are some of your favourite cheeses? Save this post for charcuterie board inspo!

Check this out! This mum and daughter duo visited Reimagine Co before Christmas and did a full grocery haul with us, then took it all home on their bikes!! We have a bike rack right out front that is easily visible to you while you shop inside. Have you shopped at our new store yet? We are open Tue-Fri 10-6 / Sat-Sun 9-5!

Without packaging it can sometimes be hard to remember what you filled your jar with! Here are a few ways to help you remember what you bought! Write it on the jar. Use a wax pencil or if you are using the same jar next time try sharpie! Use a label. You can print your own or use a chalk label to use over and over again.... Make a list. Write down what you are bringing on paper or you could take photos of each item on your phone. Use the same container. Bring an old soy sauce bottle for your soy sauce, or detergent jug for your laundry detergent. Save this post to remember these tips and tricks!

We carry all kinds of package-free groceries so even during lockdown our store is open for in-store shopping! Our weekend hours are now 9 am 5 pm, and our weekday hours are still 10 am- 6 pm. Just a reminder that we also have reduced hours on New Years eve we are open 10 am 3 pm and closed on New Years Day. If you have any questions feel free to ask us in the comments!

Let’s talk periods! Making the switch to sustainable menstrual products can seem daunting, and maybe you don’t know where to start. We hope this post makes it easy and accessible to learn about your options! We carry reusable pads in a range of sizes and styles as well as diva cups here a Reimagine co, you can shop them in person at 206 piccadilly or on our online store! Check out @theperiodpurse for more info! #periodproblems #zerowaste #menstruation #okocreations

As another year comes to a close we often reflect on what has passed. This is a gentle reminder that as you count your accomplishments the most beautiful one of all is that you’re still here. In this time of reflection be kind to yourself and others, you are enough.

Video update from Reimagine Co today! New Product Alerts!!

Don’t forget to bring a variety of clean containers with you when you come shopping at Reimagine Groceries! Check out our frozen appetizers like onion rings and vegan schnitzel next time you shop with us. Check out our website for current grocery offerings and info on how to shop! reimagineco.ca/groceries... What are your favourite zero waste grocery swaps?

Did you know you can make popcorn in 5 minutes on your stove with just kernels and oil? For whatever show you're watching, try out this package-free alternative to chips or microwave popcorn! Let us know what shows you're watching in the comments

While taking advantage of a slower weekend, I found some goodies in the back room while tidying up!! 6 bread bags!! There is 1 red zero waste tips bread bag and 5 unbranded bread bags!! We’ve been asked a ton for these, so they will likely sell today! Order in the next hour and I can get your package on today’s delivery route :) Tap to shop the zero waste tips bag or find the unbranded version here - https://reimagineco.ca/collecti//products/bowwevilbreadbag

Another new member of our team is Jess! She is our graphic designer who graduated from the graphic design course at Fanshawe College. She is personal, professional, creative, and passionate about design! Comment any questions you have below

Are you tired of this cold weather? We recommend taking a hot bubble bath! We currently stock bubble bath perfect for the whole family in lavender or almond blossom! Shop them here: https://bit.ly/355iqIz Do you have a go-to bath routine? Let us know in the comments

Looking to restock your pantry after holiday cooking? Pack your favourite jars and stop in today! We have lots of bulk pantry goods to help replenish your stock. Credit to Luisa Brimble for this beautiful reused jar pantry. What are your favourite bulk goods and do you have any new ones you’d like us to carry?

It’s that time of the year! With all of the extra handwashing, and cold weather approaching, we wanted to remind everyone that we stock organic body lotion ! Our lotion can be used on hands, body and feet, providing deep hydration. We have unscented, lavender, and cedar & sage available! You can shop the product here: https://bit.ly/32gPLyg Have you tried our lotion yet? Let us know what you think in the comments

Did you know today is national clean out your fridge day? The best way to keep your fridge clean is to avoid food waste as much as possible! Turn on post notifications from us to get weekly food waste tips and keep your fridge looking as great as this one from @jessiemaysnyder What’s your biggest block in keeping your fridge #foodwastefree? Let us know in the comments

Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance: a time to remember and honour those whose lives have been lost to anti-transgender violence. According to @humanrightscampaign: "2020 has already seen at least 34 transgender or gender non-conforming people fatally shot or killed by other violent means, the majority of which were Black and Latinx transgender women. We say at least because too often these stories go unreported -- or misreported." Today and everyday, let's remember to s...upport transgender individuals, and continue to fight for structural changes to be made to ensure safety for the trans community. To learn more about TDOR and how you can get involved, visit glaad.org @glaad

Happy Halloween everyone! We know halloween is going to look a little different this year, but for whatever your plan is, we have a few zero waste tips and tricks to make your sure your halloween is an eco friendly one! Buy your costumes secondhand or DIY them, let us know in the comments what your favourite DIY costume is! All pumpkin carving is eco-friendly! Be sure to cook up your seeds to make sure it's zero waste as well! Use natural decorations! Did you know you can ...punch holes in leaves for a natural confetti If you are going out trick-or-treating, or you're collecting hidden candy around the house, be sure to collect it in a reusable bag or tote! Instead of plastic wrapped candy, try having homemade treats or buying candy in recyclable containers like pixie sticks or smarties! Let us know what your halloween is going to look like this year, and all of your eco friendly holiday tips in the comments!

Happy Diwali! This joyous day usually associated with family, feasting and fireworks looks very different this year as the pandemic forces Hindus, Jains and Sikhs across the world to celebrate virtually or celebrate alone. Lonely holidays like today can make lockdown feel even harder and more desperate, but let us have faith that together we will overcome this virus, just as Diwali teaches us that light triumphs over darkness, good over evil, knowledge over ignorance. Just a...s Lord Rama and Queen Sita found their way home after defeating the demon king Ravan, their way lit by millions of lamps, so too shall we find our way through this, we will triumph over the virus and in its wake we will reimagine how we live and co-create the more beautiful world our hearts know is possible. Happy Diwali to you all, and best wishes for a healthy and happy new year Photo by @nookscribe via @pexels

This DIY decor idea from @ourecofriendlylife is so great! All you have to do is melt some leftover wax from used candles on the stove and carefully dip the leaves in and let them drip dry to preserve them! Do you have any sustainable fall DIY’s? Let us know what you think of this one in the comments

Another Zero Waste Grocery Store opening in Ontario! We're so excited to see more eco-conscious stores opening up, please consider supporting or sharing this campaign!

It’s food waste tip time again! Did you know you can grow your own sprouts with just a glass jar, elastic band, some muslin cloth, a bowl, and sprouting seeds? @ourecofriendlylife shared this awesome recipe that we absolutely love! Take a teaspoon of sprouting seeds and put them in a clean class jar Cover the opening of the jar with a piece of muslin cloth and secure it with the elastic band Pour water into the jar and allow the seeds to soak in it overnight... In the morning, strain the water and then give the seeds a rinse with fresh water and strain that out as well! Leave the jar in a bowl to sit on a tilted angle to allow any remaining water to filter out. Be sure to leave your jar near a window but not in direct sunlight! Rinse and drain with the above steps until you’ve got a jar of fresh sprouts! Store in the fridge and consume within 3 days! Have you tried this before? Do you think you will? Let us know in the comments

Tonight at 7:00PM is the first live presentation in Future Oxford Virtual Zero Waste Innovators Speaker Series! The series is focused on how individuals and businesses can try to work towards zero waste each day in an affordable way? And, why it is important to try! http://www.futureoxford.ca//Virtual-Future-Oxford-Speaker-

We’ve been thinking about donuts lately! Would you like to see vegan donuts in our new store? Are there any London suppliers you know of? What flavours would you like to see? Let’s talk in the comments

We couldn’t agree more with this statement - we can’t let Covid make us forget. That’s why when our new store is fully renovated, we will be using the back half as a space for community events and sustainability workshops - while maintaining social distancing and also offering online and outdoor events. We want to expand our current efforts around education and community engagement and the new space is going to become a hub where we can continue to offer free workshops, repair cafés and other gatherings, and provide a free-to-use accessible place for others in our community to hold events centered on sustainability or community. If this is something you want to support, please visit reimaginegroceries.ca

Reimagine Co is hiring! We are recruiting for a grocery shop assistant with a passion for the environment, community building and a desire to give back to our world. We are opening London’s first package-free grocery store in November 2020 (see here for more details) and this is your chance to be a part of it! The grocery shop assistant will be the welcoming face of Reimagine Co. The first person our visitors see and the one who warmly invites all into the space. They are res...Continue reading

Happy Thanksgiving! This long weekend that we traditionally spend enjoying the company of loved ones looks a little different this year. Let’s use this as an opportunity to reflect on the historical and ongoing colonization of Indigenous lands and people. Swipe to read how you can begin to #decolonize your Thanksgiving.... While Thanksgiving is often seen to be a celebration of gratitude, family and the gifts of the harvest, it is important to acknowledge the violent roots of this day. Thanksgiving is also a representation of the history of murder, enslavement, displacement, and violence against Indigenous populations. It is vital that we practice being good ancestors. We can’t undo Canada’s legacy of cultural and literal genocide, but we can learn how to be less harmful, how we can make reparations, and how to build a more harmonious world, together. Repost from @theleap_org via @graceclubyvr and @blacklivesmatterlondon #landback #indigenous #thanksgiving

What groceries are you most excited for at our new store? Renovations are well underway, and we’re hoping to open next month! Stock will start small and get built out as the months go on. Let us know what you want to see stocked in the first few months below and we’ll add it to our list Thanks @jessiemaysnyder for this pic!

We will be closed for the holiday on Monday, October 12th. Deliveries will still be going out today, and pickups will resume on Tuesday, October 13th.

Looking for fall food board inspiration? Check out this vegan Autumn harvest board from @sculptedkitchen! What alternative meats and cheeses do you want to see from our new store? What is your go-to fruit or veg for this? Let us know in the comments

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay: An international day for global mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma. We have work to do, Canada. Below is a list of resources from the CBC for those looking to talk to someone: Canada Drug Rehab Addiction Services Directory:1-866-462-6362 Centre for Suicide Prevention: 1-833-456-4566 Crisis Services Canada: 1-833-456-4566, or text 45645... First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line: 1855242-3310 Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 National Eating Disorder Information Centre: 1-866-633-4220 Native Youth Crisis Hotline: 1-877-209-1266 Ontario Mental Health Helpline: 1-866-531-2600 Canadian Mental Health Association - Ontario Division: 416-977-5580 LGBTQ+ Youth Line: Call 1.800.268.9688 or text 647.694.4275 Trans Lifeline: 1-877-330-6366 See more

Wow! Have you heard the latest news yet on the single-use plastic ban in Canada? While we're hopeful this will bring about change, we're worried. How big of an impact will these proposals really have? What is missing from the narrative? Is this greenwashing? Is there a way to target the largest producers of waste instead? All of our questions will be raised when we participate in the government's consultation process on this issue, and we will be submitting a paper addressing these concerns as well. What are your concerns? What do you want to see in the consultation process? Do you think this is a win for the environment?

There is no normal to which we can return. We live in abnormal times, they demand an abnormal response -George Monbiot We so desperately need a new normal. A normal that supports a #JustRecoveryForAll, one that combats climate change, inequality, and systemic oppression. We’re trying to reimagine normal with a grocery store that is package-free. How are you reimagining normal in your life? How has COVID impacted your ability to fight climate change, inequality, and systemic oppression? Let’s talk in the comments If you want to support our version of a new normal, visit us at www.reimaginegroceries.ca to donate or learn more about our campaign.