Earth Day -- a perfect opportunity to reflect upon the planet we all call "home".  But really April 22 is but a symbol -- a reminder...  Sure we have celebrated.  We have worn our blue and green.  But did you take the time to consider and commit to the small changes you can make to help preserve and safeguard our natural resources?

 

At Voyageur, we are working hard to implement positive changes and be earth friendly.  We conduct our business in as carbon neutral a way possible, and pay particular attention to conservation and recycling.  We believe that if everyone made little efforts, it would go along way to making the earth a cleaner and greener place.

 

In honour of Earth Day -- AND the positive ways we can make a difference EVERYDAY -- we are highlighting basic, simple, easy to obtain ingredients that can be used to clean safely and effectively.  The benefits are indisputable -- it's healthier for you and your family, less expensive than name brand or even toxic cleaning products, and ultimately much better for our planet earth!

A full list of the great products we have on sale can be found at  Weekly Specials 

Okay, we're fired up to be green!  "Natural" cleaning products are HOT, but they can be costly.  Why not opt to make your own?  The ingredients are safe to use, the recipes tried and true, and yield amazingly effective earth friendly, and family friendly products.  Consider Baking Soda. It deodorizes, whitens, softens water and is a good abrasive in scouring powders.  Similarly, Borax and Washing Soda are effective disinfectants and cleaning agents that clean, deodorize, and cut through grease.  A good, all purpose cleaner is as close away as your bucket of warm water and 1/2 cup of washing soda.  Wash, rinse, voila -- dirt and grime be gone!  The high PH in Washing Soda does necessitate that gloves be worn to avoid skin irritation, but with no toxic fumes to contend with, that is a small consideration.  At Voyageur, we also manufacture a premium Liquid Castile Soap.  This natural, olive oil based concentrated liquid soap is commonly used for dish detergents, household cleansers, hand soap, and is even gentle enough for baby wash!

We are also featuring our new, natural silver derived preservative and anti-bacterial agent - Tinosan.  At .5% level it turns any natural cleaning product into a germ and bacteria fighter.  Check out the product information sheet online at Tinosan Product Info

 

Be sure to check out our great specials on these wonder ingredients and the complimentary recipe suggestions.  You won't be disappointed! 

 

In closing, we hope you agree that Earth Day is but the perfect catalyst to direct us to the path of greater earth awareness and the small, easy changes we can make.  The benefits are infinite and doesn't it feel good to be a part of the solution?

 

Remember to check out our great specials on cleaning products like borax, washing soda, and our new grated or block laundry soap. 

 

Cleanse and freshen your home naturally -- invigorate your senses with fresh citrus scents -- and try opting for eco-friendly packaging whenever possible.

 

Easy changes, but we hope you will agree that together they add up to one BIG POSITVE IMPACT.  Remember earth awareness is a daily, year-round goal!  Be sure to watch for our next newsletter which will include a link to our highly anticipated spring 09 recipe package.  Happy reading, and here's to implementing many positive earth friendly changes!