- Marmoleum flooring in the playroom (made of flaxseed,

  easily cleaned and biodegradable)

- vegan/plant based meals

- daycares must use disinfectants and we use Benefect (only all natural product approved by Health Canada)

- no animals in the home

- no lead pipes from the street to the home

- stainless steel straws for smoothies and stainless steel water bottles

- secure bicycle and bike trailer lock up area

- green cleaners and microfibre cloths (no paper towels)

- individual reusable cloths for drying hands

- avoid over-packaging

- buy locally and organic when possible

- LED bulbs for lighting

- feed birds birdseed (not bread) when on walks

- we recycle everything

- encourage lights to be off when not in use

- compost all food waste

- donate unwanted toys and clothes

- respect for wildlife and insects

- Earth Day activities/clean up

- belong to a food co-op

- front load washing machine

- run dishwasher only when full

- organic lawn care

- natural cleaners and hand soap

- purchase toys that are made of natural materials and/or

  quality materials for many years of use

- maintain a garden and involve the children

- barrier sunscreens only

- store spring water in glass containers

- spend outdoor time discovering plants and insects

- endeavor to walk to as many of our field trips as possible
- cloth diaper friendly and early toilet learning

- supportive of breastfeeding moms (La Leche League trained)

- large backyard with shaded areas

- 1/2 bag of garbage every week (including diapers)

- PVC free bibs