Get started securing your food supply with these 15 tips.
Living in a remote off-grid cabin about 200 miles from the arctic circle is not for the faint of heart. I thought we had rough winters here in Vermont, and I get cranky about our
Founded in Kingston in 1954, Homestead Land Holdings Limited has grown to become one of Canada’s largest and most respected owners of m...
The Plant Hardiness Zones Map was developed by the Canadian government to help gardeners gain insights into what can grow where. Find your zone here.
Contributed by guest poster and experienced newcomer to Canada, Adobea FoliGREAT ADVICERecently I was searching for tips on how to support all of you who are arriving in Canada as workers, students or as new permanent residents. I admit that although I have travelled quite a bit, moving to a new country permanently is quite a different thing and it's definitely outside my scope of knowlege. However, it's important to me to be able to give my clients, who are landing in Canada as students, worker
This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission when you purchase from the links at no additional cost to you. Don't worry; I only recommend products I use myself, and all opinions expressed here are my own.In this post, let's get back to basics.Let's think you are super motivated after reading 26 good things about Canada and want to start exploring what to do to go there.With my experience living here for more than a year and reading forums related to Canada almost
Leave your country can be a challenging journey. I will show you a list of 40 things to do before moving to Canada based on my own experience planning the entire trip
This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission when you purchase from the links at no additional cost to you. Don't worry; I only recommend products I use myself, and all opinions expressed here are my own.You are about to land in Canada with your study or work permit, and you have doubts about what are the steps to follow upon arrival?In this post, you will find ten steps you should take as soon as you arrive in Canada to get settled in the best possible way.All th
When you move from one country to another, you have a culture shock or identify some differences between your country and Canada.Here is a list of things we have detected during this year and a half that surprised us a little; we did not have it in our country, or it is different there.Let's jump right in!Table of contents1. Taxes in stores 2. Coffee culture 3. Poisonous plants 4. Wild animals 5. Amber Alert 6. LCBO 7. Houses without fences 8. Taking off your shoes at home 9. Semi-furnished apar
Leave your country can be a challenging journey. I will show you a list of 40 things to do before moving to Canada based on my own experience planning the entire trip
this drawing was an experiment - i made a list of things it would be nice to have in a community, and tried to figure out their approximate sizes and how they could fit together in a way that minimizes paths and maximizes natural areas, while getting in a lot of (animal-free!) food production and space for socializing / playing / working. the big common house is meant to be a farm house that was originally on the land, where residents could live while developing the other buildings and infrastructure. the big question is, where can you safely put basketball hoops, without having a big asphalt court? are there eco-basketball courts? this driveway solution is not ideal, though having a gate across the driveway that you have to get out to open up for your car would help keep it safe. best viewed at full size, 17x22 inches - click "all sizes" to see... comments / feedback / pointing out problems is very, very welcome! i know i'm missing permaculture features like ponds / wetlands for grey water processing... anything else? this was part of my research / work for a vegan ecovillage project shira and i are working on: shirari.com/ahimsa
The exhibition, curated by the collective Architects Against Housing Alienation (AAHA), constitutes the official participation from Canada that is supported by the Canada Council for the Arts, the Commissioner. The AAHA Not for Sale! exhibition draws attention to the housing crisis being experienced by many communities across Canada.
Discover whales, icebergs, sea caves, and history along The Newfoundland Viking Trail, one of the most iconic road trips in Canada.
If you're a homesteader looking for a pet dog, here is a list of the best dog breeds to fill the most commonly desired pup positions.
Permaculture principles can decrease your work load, make your garden more productive, make your animals healthier, and generally improve all the systems on your farm or homestead.
Winterizing your homestead will save you time and money. You know the old saying, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." Here are some great tips to get you started!
If you are looking at working, studying or visiting Canada read more about the Canada visa requirements and options you might be able to use
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We've all seen them. Those huge listicles with ideas for making money on your homestead. A laundry list of things that could potentially bring in income, but mostly just a few dollars here or there.
Wondering about homesteading for beginners? Hear my story on how I became a homesteader -- plus get my best tips for beginning a homesteading life now!
Want to start homesteading but have no land or money? Here's 151 ideas for things you can do to start homesteading anywhere - in the suburbs, the city, or even an RV. Homesteading is a way of life - not where you live!
Learn about the early homesteaders and how to become a modern homesteader right where you are.
The last couple of days I have given you 12 months of frugal living and 12 months of healthier living. Today I'm going to share my last one which is 12 months to homesteading. If you've always wanted to know how to start homesteading, you'll want to keep reading. This post contains affiliate links.
25 different ways to make a part-time income, including selling plants and seeds, renting your land, vermicomposting and more.
Another harvest season is almost behind me. Within a few weeks, it will start snowing here in Fairbanks, snowing and sticking. Every year I wonder what happened to spring, summer, and fall? In Fai…
If you live in an apartment or a condo you may think homesteading is off the table right now; I disagree. You can be an apartment homesteader!
What is the best state for you to homestead in? How can you pick the right place to start homesteading? In this excerpt from our Start Homesteading Today course we talk about how you can find the best place for you to setup your homestead. TAKE THE START HOMESTEADING TODAY COURSE – JOIN OUR EMAIL …
My top 25 sustainable homestead and farm books that have helped my permaculture practice, homestead development and ecological understanding.
Are you a budding homesteader wanting to learn more? I’ve rounded up the best homestead bloggers that have inspired me on my own homestead...
Get started securing your food supply with these 15 tips.
Our April Homestead To Do List It is April and there is so much to do on The Reid Homestead! Come take a peek as I share pictures of our homestead, and list out all that we need to be working on this month. Gardening chores, animal chores and food preservation still needs to get done!
This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission. Thank you.Just purchased or inherited a new property to start a homestead? Maybe you’d like to start homesteading in your backyard? Whatever the case may be, it’s an exciting start!It can be tempting to start your garden first, buy a bunch of animals or start landscaping or renovating. However, do these 3 things FIRST to set yourself up for success!1. Begin sourcing materials.Make a list of all
If you dream of having a large property and homestead, but currently live in the city. There's so much you can do on a homestead in the city!
Winter on the homestead isn't boring or gloomy. It's the time of the year when we focus on winter homesteading activities to make our next year even better.
Winter doesn't mean you can't take the time to learn new things to apply on your homestead this coming year. Here are 15 skills you can work one and learn this winter.
Willows are one of the easiest plants to grow and have so many beneficial uses including but not limited to medicinal, structural and soil purification. Learn why and how you should grow basket willow on your homestead.
Our June Homestead To Do List! Need some help figuring out what to do on your homestead this month? Here is what we have going on!
As much as I hate to admit that summer is gone, it is. Fall is here. It's time to prepare for winter on the homestead. How do you winterize your homestead?
Tips on facing and dealing with the bittersweet Realities and Joys of Farmsteading.
Do you have a hobby farm or homestead? Here are some easy and simple ways that you can make passive income while homesteading!
