When most people think of gardening, they envision warm spring and summer days filled with sunshine and colorful blooms. However, gardening is not just a fair-weather activity. With the right knowledge and preparation, you can continue to grow an abundance of fresh and nutritious vegetables even during the winter months. In this blog post, we’ll introduce you to 10 vegetables … Read More
Urban Story – Unearthing the Hidden Gems of Horticulture: A Green Treasure in Concrete Jungles
In the heart of a bustling city, where concrete towers loom and the hustle of daily life never ceases, a green revolution quietly thrives. Urban horticulture, once a niche interest, has blossomed into a vibrant movement, transforming barren rooftops and compact balconies into lush, productive gardens. This transformation began with Maria, a city dweller with a passion for nature. Faced … Read More
Effortless Gardening: The Power of Self-Watering Systems!
Are you tired of the constant struggle to keep your plants alive and thriving? Do you dream of a lush, green garden without the daily chore of watering? Look no further than the ingenious solution that is revolutionizing gardening – self-watering systems! In this post, we’ll explore the incredible benefits of self-watering systems and how they can transform your gardening … Read More
Does Vertical Farming Have a Future?
Vertical farming has gained significant attention and momentum in recent years as a sustainable solution to address food production challenges. With advancements in technology and growing environmental concerns, vertical farming holds great promise for the future of agriculture. Sustainability and Resource Efficiency: One of the key reasons why vertical farming has a promising future is its inherent sustainability and resource … Read More
EI Retreat (Day 1&2)
This year we wanted to add personal touch to our year end team building event, so we booked two sessions of Emotional Intelligence training lead by Carolyn Stern. She lead us through ways to have impactful communication within the workplace and create deeper, supportive connections with each-other. On the first day, we went over the personal assessments we completed, talked … Read More
Elk Mountain Hike
We went for a hike up Elk Mountain this September to enjoy what we thought was going to be the last hot day of summer. Though the peak gave us a smokey view, the team had a great time pushing their limits!
Team Indoor Bouldering
For this month’s team building activity, we got out of the office and did indoor bouldering at The Hive. It gave us a great chance to connect, hang out and have a good time while encouraging each other.
Summertime Fun BBQ Picnic
The team of EXO got together this weekend to have some summertime fun! We enjoyed a fantastic barbeque and outdoor games like badminton and frisbee with friends and family. Some lucky team members got to go home with some cool prizes from a draw that was done to show our appreciation for everyone’s hard work.
Grouse Grind Hike
Part of the team got together to do the Grouse Grind this weekend! It was a colder than expected for August, but refreshing to trek up the misty trails.
Orange Shirt Day
Today marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Today we show our support by reflecting, listening and learning to honor the children and Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities.