Rosemary Mantini

Prince Edward Island may be small in size, but its drive to become carbon neutral rivals that of Canada’s larger provinces and territories. Case in point: Marc and Krista Schurman, owners of Atlantic Grown Organics in Kensington, have partnered with the provincial government to become the first in Canada to heat their 1.6-hectare greenhouse operation entirely with locally-sourced biomass, the term for organic matter. We certainly have a long history of innovation in biomass heat, Marc explains. One that spans two generations. Read on ... http://theeloquentword.com//farming-without-fossil-fuels-/

Sometimes a cliché is the best way to capture a moment: Folks, we are living in interesting times. Ever since our provincial and federal governments began limiting workplaces from remaining open if they couldn't ensure that employees would be able to maintain a physical distance of two metres, I've been thinking about those people for whom working from home is a new and strange circumstance. [ 441 more words ] http://theeloquentword.com//how-to-become-a-work-from-hom/

I'd like to begin today's post with an understatement and a cliché: COVID-19 is a game-changer. Despite quick and decisive action that follows the advice of doctors and virologists, Canada has not been spared the community spread of COVID-19. My home province of Ontario has seen the highest rates of infection in the country. Our municipal, provincial, and federal leaders are unified across party lines in their approach to this crisis and are keeping citizens informed with daily press conferences. [ 514 more words ] http://theeloquentword.com//3-steps-businesses-must-take-/

I truly hope that all of you are well during these uncertain times. I'm used to working from home, but I can imagine what a strange transition it must be for those of you who are used to sharing space with your co-workers. But, all of that is inconsequential in light of the very real devastation that COVID-19 is causing worldwide. [ 56 more words ] http://theeloquentword.com//covid-19-check-in-how-are-you/

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