It’s the time of year when the heating system goes off and central air goes on. Maybe you’re noticing symptoms reminiscent of that winter cold you couldn’t shake, or spring-time allergies like dry and irritated eyes, runny nose, sore throat and itchy skin. It could be the dreaded summer cold, but another culprit could be [...]

There is something so bittersweet about deep cleaning your house every spring. It is a lot of work, and it can get worse before it gets better; however, the fresh feeling when it is done makes it all worth it. You workplace should be undergoing the same process and achieving the same fresh feeling for [...]

Every year you begin with the best intentions, and in many case you may fall short.  We wanted to make spring cleaning for the workplace a little easier for you.  Check out the checklist below, or simply scroll down and print a convenient list for you or your service providers to follow. General Areas Stairwells [...]

Since 2002, the Canada Green Building Council has been working to advance green building and sustainable community development practices in Canada. This not-for-profit organization is the license holder for the LEED green building rating system with the mission of reducing the environmental impact of the built environment. As more buildings move toward the LEED green [...]

Some of the most common cleaners and tools you use in your office could be having a negative impact on your employees, clientele, and the environment. Let’s review some of the most common cleaning supplies to help you in making the sustainable choice. MULTI-SURFACE CLEANER This cleaner is used almost everywhere in your facility. To [...]

We’re bombarded everyday by products claiming to be environmentally friendly, made from sustainable sources, and leaving minimal impact on the earth. How do you go about sorting through all the claims to uncover the truth? In Canada, it’s pretty simple. Watch for the EcoLogo certification (also known as Environmental Choice) to help you identify products [...]

A clean restroom equals a clean image. Sounds so simple, right? We’ve all been there – you know, walked into a restroom and immediately left because it had a weird odour, wet and dirty floors and overflowing trash bins. What we don’t always think about is the lasting impression this experience had on our association [...]

When it comes to public and workplace washrooms, there are lots of rules being broken that you wouldn’t stand for in your own home.  Due to the habits of some, and general nature of what happens in washrooms, germs, grime, and odour can build up.  Here are some common germ hiding spots that should be [...]

There is no other surface in your building that takes the abuse that flooring does. You’ve made a large investment in quality flooring, but over time you notice its appearance slowly (or quickly) degrading. 3 telltale signs that your floors might be due for a quality strip and wax: You notice that even after your [...]

At home you can remove your footwear at your door keeping the mess of winter contained; however, most businesses don’t have that luxury. That is why floor mats are your first defence against the dirt, salt and moisture that can be tracked in during winter months. Reduce Slip and Falls - Let’s keep the slip [...]

Winter is no joke, especially when it comes to maintaining clean floors.  No matter where you live, or your weather conditions, winter poses a challenge when it comes to keeping a clean facility. Every person that enters your building tracks in extra water, dirt particles and salt, all of which can be extremely damaging to [...]

Last year in Canada the average person took 8 sick days. What’s even more alarming - this number has been trending upward over the last few years. Germs can live on surfaces for up to 48 hours. The most common way for communicable illness and infection to spread is when an individual touches a contaminated surface [...]