While it’s no surprise that local and organic produce have more beneficial nutrients (such as antioxidants) than their conventionally grown counterparts, did you know that they’re also fighting climate change? Learn more about why we aim to source as many…
At Blush Lane, we are not a fan of long-distance relationships, especially when it comes to our food. Not only is eating locally beneficial for the environment but also for our economy and health! Check out these 7 benefits of…
Sustainable Seafood While the world begins to realize the magnitude of plastic pollution in our oceans, an equally alarming threat is being faced by our aquatic neighbors. A number of fish species and crustaceans are in decline due to conventional,…
At Blush Lane we have rigorous ingredients and quality standards we use when sourcing products. We do the homework for you so you can trust the products you are purchasing from Blush Lane are of the highest quality, nutritious and sustainable. This includes a list of over 1,000…
Approximately 50,000+ children and youth were living in poverty in Calgary before the pandemic hit. With the economic downturn, times are even tougher today. I Can for Kids realized that childhood hunger is real and pervasive, especially in Calgary with 13%…
Preserve your summer veggies and fruit so none of it goes to waste. With a little bit of planning ahead, you can enjoy these deliciously sunny flavours for months to come. Do you wish the summer season would never…
Certain ingredients in chemical sunscreen pose a threat to humans, but did you know that they also pose a threat to our environment? Oxybenzone, a common ingredient in over 3,500 sunscreen lotions and personal care products, has shown damaging effects…
At Blush Lane, sustainability has always been a central part of our mission as a business. What this means day to day, is that we are always looking for ways to reduce the environmental footprint of our stores and as…
As our community collectively works towards reducing waste, many Calgarians are experiencing a rise in the distribution of reusable bags over single-use ones by the stores they shop with. While we at Blush Lane love this movement away from single-use…
